Venice City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Venice City Center
Popular places to visit
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.
Teatro La Fenice
Tour the lavish interior of one of Italy's most prestigious music venues then enjoy an evening of classic or experimental opera.
Activities
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
Venice in a Day: Gondola Ride, Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica (option)
The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour with a Top Guide
I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons
Our pick of the best Venice City Center Hotel Deals
Hotel Montecarlo
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
The St. Regis Venice
Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025
Hotel Rialto
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Venice City Center
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.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari and Palazzo Pisani Moretta while you're in town.
Cannaregio
A noteworthy feature of Cannaregio is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Grand Canal and Madonna dell'Orto.
Santa Croce
Santa Croce is known for its charming cafes, and you can make a stop by Piazzale Roma and Grand Canal while in the area.
Dorsoduro
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Grand Canal or Maritime Station might round out your trip.
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.