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 churches in the area.
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.
St. Mark's Square
Surround yourself in Venetian splendour as you soak up the heady atmosphere of the city’s social and cultural hub.
Rialto Bridge
The oldest bridge in Venice has become one of its most popular modern-day tourist attractions.
Lido of Venice Beaches
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lido of Venice Beaches during your travels in Venice? Visit the stunning cathedral and charming cafes in this romantic area.
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
Venice Small Group Tour: Venetian Tapas, Wine, Spritz & Gondola Ride
Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Classic 30 minutes Gondola Ride
Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Venice in a Day:Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace, St Mark's Basilica & City Tour
Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour
Our pick of the best Tessera Hotel Deals
Hotel Venice Resort Airport
"The location is ideal if you’re flying into the Venice Marco Polo airport. The shuttle to the hotel is reasonably priced. City bus that takes you to the Venice island is nearby. The breakfast has a great variety. The rooms are very clean and plenty of space."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Best Western Titian Inn Hotel Venice Airport
"The hotel is really close to the airport which is great. Rooms ate big. The down side is the old carpet"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Antico Panada
"Breakfast was good, good location,"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Venezia Laguna
"Clean rooms, attentive staff. Goos breakfast."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
"Location and staff were amazing! 10 min walk go basically everything. It was great being central. However the hotel room (I got a double economy) was TINY. Bathroom was also tiny and awkwardly laid out, shower was a bit finicky too."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Amadeus Hotel
"Nasty little man one morning at the desk. Older, sour. The rest of th time front was staffed by helpful professionals. Property is very old but well maintained. PLease note: the Amadeus is right on the main drag from the train station. These is howver, a nice little garden at the enter of the property. ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 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 Tolentini while in the area.
