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 acclaimed art galleries and churches.
Top hotels in San Marco

Hotel Rialto
We found the Staff very polite very helpful every morning we came down they wished us good morning. They made us stay all the more enjoyable. The young staff in the breakfast area were also very helpful and very polite
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Clean room, helpful staff, wonderful experience
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Antico Panada
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Hotel Montecarlo
The staff did a unforgettable experience for me. Cozy in every single way
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Great vibe, environment.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Royal San Marco Hotel
The room is huge and tidy.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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 Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari 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 Jewish Museum of Venice 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 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.
