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
Great staff! Clean room. Good location to the airport.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
Really nice, simple hotel. Brand new, so it is in great condition. Location is good. Not in the center, but only 3 stops from train station. Breakfast was nice, but unfortunately no vegan options at all. Room is great, simple, but pretty large and very comfortable bed. Very nice shower, everything ...
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
A distance from “central Venice” but nice to go to after a day of touring. Super helpful staff. Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Good array of breakfast items that was included in the stay.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 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 Riva de Biasio Waterbus while in the area.
