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 stunning cathedral 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 acclaimed art galleries.

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in San Marco

Hotel Rialto
The room was in very good condition and felt 100% Venetian. The bed was comfortable, linens better than acceptable, bathroom amenities on par with a four-star, and very reasonable prices in the minibar. Our view from the Rialto view room was the reason we sat looking out the window while we settled ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel Montecarlo
Lovely accommodations in the thick of the city - could not have been happier with the location, clean room and, most importantly, fantastic staff that are so helpful and friendly. LOVED IT!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Antico Panada
Bed had a lot of bed bugs. Front desk switched our room twice and both rooms had bed bugs. Also, Hotel smells horrible.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
All the staff were courteous and welcoming. The lady room cleaner did a perfect job. The location was perfect 1 minute to St Marks Square, 4 minutes if it’s was flooded! Short direct route to Rialto area. Breakfast was good although cooked selection was same each day. The staff in the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Albergo San Marco
Clean room, in excellent location. Staff friendly and helpful. Easy to find
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
My favorite hotel. Best location right on a canal. Watch gondolas all day. Top friendly 5 star staff. Great room. Marble bathroom with a real door is completely separate from bedroom. We loved the location in San Marco and only 5 minute walk to Rialto.Old world Venice charm. Modern and spotless.
Reviewed on 17 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 Palazzo Pisani Moretta 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 Casino 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.
