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.
St. Mark's Basilica
Find out about the history of Venice with a stop at St. Mark's Basilica. Visit the area's churches or amble around its marina.
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 fascinating museums.
Teatro La Fenice
Enjoy a performance at Teatro La Fenice, a popular theatre in Venice. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.
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 fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Top hotels in San Marco
Hotel Rialto
Clean room, comfortable beds, friendly and professional staff and an excellent breakfast. It had everything we needed at a very good price.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Antico Panada
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Great location
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Montecarlo
We stayed in the apartment in the annex building. It was a great space for our family of four. Super comfortable beds and room to spread out. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Royal San Marco Hotel
The room is huge and tidy.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
It was a really great experience
Reviewed on 3 Jan 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 Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo while you're exploring the area.
San Polo
San Polo is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Campo San Polo and Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari 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 Casino of Venice and Ca' d'Oro Giorgio Franchetti Gallery.
Dorsoduro
The ample dining options and fascinating museums are top of the list for many visitors to Dorsoduro. A stop by Maritime Station or Campo Santa Margherita 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.
