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.
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
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Our pick of the best Sant'Elena Hotel Deals
Hotel Rialto
The room was amazing, the staff were polite, and always provided treatment with courtesy.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
great location near San Marco Square....best staff ever
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Palazzo Veneziano
Fantastic stay at this hotel. Great location on Zattere. Our room was on the ground floor overlooking Ognissanti canal and church, amazing. The room facilities were superb and always spotless. Communication from hotel front desk staff was brilliant even before we arrived, with really helpful recommendations ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hampton By Hilton Venice Isola Nuova
Excellent staff. Our room is great , spacious and very clean. Enjoyed the breakfast buffet. Definitely will come back.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Very basic standards, good breakfast but too far from the heart of Venice
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Albergo San Marco
Very good hotel and location
Reviewed on 28 Jan 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 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.
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 Grand Canal.
