Castello West District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Castello West District
Photo by Jillian Gould
Photo by Jillian Gould
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Photo by Nikki Emery
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Photo by Teodora Kavroshilova
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Photo by Catherine Slee

Popular places to visit

Castello which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Church of San Zaccaria

Church of San Zaccaria is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and churches.

Church of San Zaccaria
Chiesa Santa Maria dei Miracoli featuring a city, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Scuola Grande di San Marco

You can study the exhibits at Scuola Grande di San Marco, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Venice. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Scuola Grande di San Marco

Chiesa di Santa Maria Formosa

Chiesa di Santa Maria Formosa is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.

Chiesa di Santa Maria Formosa

Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Find out about the history of Venice with a stop at Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.

Basilica di San Giovanni e Paolo

Piccolo Teatro Delle Melodie Veneziane

Get tickets for a show at Piccolo Teatro Delle Melodie Veneziane, a popular theatre in Venice. Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.

Piccolo Teatro Delle Melodie Veneziane

Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna

Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.

Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna

Activities

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

NZ$50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Single gondola paddles down waterway in Venice

Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride

NZ$80
per traveller
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
I Musici Veneziani - 4 Seasons

I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

NZ$72
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour

Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour

NZ$132
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass

Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass

NZ$20
per adult
Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass
Guests on a gondola tour in Venice

Gondola Ride

NZ$84
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Gondola Ride
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Our pick of the best Castello West District Hotel Deals

Hotel Bisanzio

Hotel Bisanzio

4 out of 5
Riva degli Schiavoni Venice VE
The price is NZ$228 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$228
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Staff are very cooperative

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Hotel Bisanzio
Hotel Ai Cavalieri di Venezia

Hotel Ai Cavalieri di Venezia

4 out of 5
Calle Borgolocco 6108, Castello Venice VE
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (996 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

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Hotel Ai Cavalieri di Venezia
Hotel Le Isole

Hotel Le Isole

3 out of 5
Campo San Provolo, Castello 4661 Venice VE
The price is NZ$225 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$225
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (927 reviews)
Great location, helpful staff

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hotel Le Isole
Hotel Santa Marina

Hotel Santa Marina

4 out of 5
Campo Santa Marina 6068 Venice VE
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (786 reviews)
Good value hotel within easy walking distance of San Marco, Rialto and other major sights. Although the room was small it was well maintained and functional. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent, with a wide range of choices. Would recommend and definitely use again. Dave and ...

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

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Hotel Santa Marina
Foresteria Valdese Di Venezia

Foresteria Valdese Di Venezia

CASTELLO 5170 Venice Venezia
The price is NZ$138 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$138
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions St. Mark's Square and Piazzale Roma are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
It was a good experience and the staff were friendly

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Foresteria Valdese Di Venezia
Ruzzini Palace Hotel

Ruzzini Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Castello 5866 Venice VE
The price is NZ$308 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
NZ$308
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (729 reviews)
Beautiful Room and perfect location as well

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Ruzzini Palace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Castello West District

Castello which includes a river or creek and heritage architecture

Castello

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Castello is known for its popular shops, and with sights like St. Mark's Square and Venetian Arsenal, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Venice.

Castello
San Marco featuring kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

San Marco

4.5/5(162 area reviews)

San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.

San Marco
Dorsoduro which includes a coastal town and heritage architecture

Venice City Center

The stunning cathedral and charming cafes are just a few highlights of Venice City Center. Make a stop by St. Mark's Square or Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.

Venice City Center
San Polo showing a bay or harbour and heritage architecture

San Polo

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Campo San Polo and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari while you're in town.

San Polo
Venetian Ghetto which includes a bridge, heritage architecture and a coastal town

Cannaregio

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.

Cannaregio
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Sant'Elena

Sant'Elena is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Pier Luigi Penzo Stadium, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Sant'Elena

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