Tessera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Doge's Palace
The walls of this grand palace are steeped in the history of Venice’s powerful and wealthy ruling classes.
Activities
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Skip-the-Line: Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Small-Group Guided Tour
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Venice and Verona in one day by Train from Milan
Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour
Our pick of the best Tessera Hotel Deals
Hotel Venice Resort Airport
Honestly one of the worst hotels I’ve stayed in at no fault of the staff working who were very accommodating and helpful. The shower pressure was inconsistent and the temperature was super hot or super cold, no in-between. Beds were fine, but one very thin pillow is not sufficient.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Guest House Bella Onda
Super convenient when you need to go to the airport. The staff was very attentive and the room was very clean and specious.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
I didn’t really care for the food at the hotel. The breakfast didn’t have many options and their dinner was kind of bland.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
I booked in the annex building and was assigned to Room 509. I am 5’ll” in height and kept hitting my head on the room’s ceiling beams. Not sure if all the rooms are all the same. Other than that, the location is perfect and centrally located in Venice, the hotel staff are great, and the hotel is ...
Reviewed on 30 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
Fab stay while in Venice. Breakfast was beautiful.. bar man was extremely friendly. Clean and tidy. Very handy to everything. Would definitely here again on our next vist.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tessera
Favaro Veneto
Visitors to Favaro Veneto appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Ferretto Square and Forte Bazzera might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Campalto
You might appreciate the restaurants and waterfront views in Campalto, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, San Giuliano Park and Forte Marghera are just a few notable stops.
San Giuliano
San Giuliano is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Giuliano Park and Parco Pubblico s Giuliano while in the area.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Jewish Museum of Venice and Casino of Venice.
Mestre City Center
Well liked for its bars and monuments, Mestre City Center is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ferretto Square and M9 Mestre Museum, and jump on the metro at Mestre Centro B1 to get around the city.
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Ca' Pesaro Galleria Internazionale d'Arte Moderna while in the area.
