Sant'Elena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sant'Elena
Popular places to visit
Parco delle Rimembranze
Parco delle Rimembranze is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Piazzale Roma
You can learn about the local history of Venice during your trip to a top site such as Piazzale Roma. Stroll along the marina or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.
St. Mark's Square
Surround yourself in Venetian splendour as you soak up the heady atmosphere of the city’s social and cultural hub.
Grand Canal
The Grand Canal is Venice’s crowning glory, so flag down a gondola and get ready for one of the most beautiful boat trips in the world.
Rialto Bridge
The oldest bridge in Venice has become one of its most popular modern-day tourist attractions.
St. Mark's Basilica
The jewel in Venice’s crown is known as the “Church of Gold” for its gilded spires that tower over St Mark’s Square.
Activities
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Venice and Verona in one day by Train from Milan
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Our pick of the best Sant'Elena Hotel Deals
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Staff was amazing !!!!!!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Breakfast menu and food were great. Staff was extremely helpful. Escorting us personally to where we boarded the water taxi to the airport.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
I had to find a hotel in Venice with a workout room, specifically a spin bike, and this was one of the only affordable places. It wasn’t in the location I wanted but it turned out to be in a great spot. It was easy to get to from the airport (bus) and it was right next to a vaporetto stop, which ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
We have an amazing breakfast and this stuff was pretty friendly. It's supposed to
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Principe
Limited choice for breakfast. Air conditioning did not keep room cool.Reception staff lacked people skills.The location is the plus point of this hotel
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Amadeus Hotel
Room was very clean, was great
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena
Isola La Certosa
While Isola La Certosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Mark's Square and San Nicolo al Lido.
Castello
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 West District
Castello West District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Riva degli Schiavoni and Bacino San Marco while you're in town.
Le Vignole
Though Le Vignole may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Nicolo al Lido and Arsenale della Biennale di Venezia.
Lido
If you're spending some time in Lido, Palazzo del Cinema and Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus are top sights worth seeing.
San Marco
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.