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.
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.
Port of Venice
Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Activities
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Eat Like a Local: 3-hour Venice Small-Group Food Tasting Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Sant'Elena Hotel Deals
Hotel Rialto
Room was lovely, breakfast was good. Staff friendly and helpful. Right next to the Rialto Bridge. Very convenient.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Hotel is quite new, breakfast is good and staff is nice & helpful. Location is near Vaporetto station, but quite far from pl. Roma if you walk there to take buses to go to airport; Uber from hotel to VCE airport may cost €60.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
Beautiful hotel. Service was wonderful.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Montecarlo
Amazing hotel
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Venice Maggior Consiglio
Excellent location, great staff and selection of items for breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Clean room and an excellent staff! Need a coffee pot in the room though!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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 Grand Canal.
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.
Lido
If you're spending some time in Lido, Palazzo del Cinema and Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Grand Canal.
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 Grand Canal while you're exploring the area.
