San Marco Travel Guide
Venice
Popular places to visit
St. Mark's Square
You can learn more about the history of Venice during your trip to a top site such as St. Mark's Square. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Doge's Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Doge's Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Venice. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
St. Mark's Basilica
Find out about the history of Venice with a stop at St. Mark's Basilica. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its marina.
Teatro La Fenice
Enjoy a performance at Teatro La Fenice, a popular theatre in Venice. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
St Mark's Campanile
Learn about the local history of Venice with a stop at St Mark's Campanile. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Bridge of Sighs
Learn about the local history of Venice when you take a trip to Bridge of Sighs. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
Top hotels in San Marco
Hotel Rialto
The staff was very helpful. Location excellent
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
I really love this place lovely and kind people we have the best room with 2 balcony’s we had an early flight they even gave us breakfast to go :) highly recommended !!!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
Staff was very helpful, great breakfast and afternoon tea. Very close to the square.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Antico Panada
Fabulous location and loved the historic building
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Albergo San Marco
Room was clean. Staff was wonderful. A very enjoyable stay. And as a plus the soap smelled divine.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Colombina Hotel
We stayed in the family suite which had three bedrooms and a bathroom. It was beautiful and extremely clean. The staff were friendly and accommodating and the food at the hotel restaurant was excellent. We would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again if we go back to Venice.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Marco
Venice City Center
The stunning cathedral and charming cafes are just a few highlights of Venice City Center. Make a stop by St. Mark's Square or Grand Canal while you're exploring the area.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Grand Canal and Campo San Polo while you're in town.
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.
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 Jewish Museum of Venice.
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.
