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 fascinating museums and churches.
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 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 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
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 churches.
Top hotels in San Marco
Hotel Montecarlo
I booked in the annex building and was assigned to Room 509. I am 5’ll” in height and kept hitting my head on the room’s ceiling beams. Not sure if all the rooms are all the same. Other than that, the location is perfect and centrally located in Venice, the hotel staff are great, and the hotel is ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Fab stay while in Venice. Breakfast was beautiful.. bar man was extremely friendly. Clean and tidy. Very handy to everything. Would definitely here again on our next vist.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Hotel Rialto
Fantastic location, centrally located. Great for people watching if you have a balcony room. Great staff, friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Antico Panada
Very outdated hotel, only two towels in the bathroom, no hand towels. The safe in the room was not working manager at the front desk kept being busy and couldn’t take care of us. Therefore, one of the housekeeping people people helped us. They switched the safe on us three times until finally the ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Albergo San Marco
HVAC did not work. Room was very warm and it was only about 60 degrees for a high. Cleaning service made the bed and replaced towels, but left dirty dishes in the room - not just one day, but multiple days. The lower floors of the hotel smelled like a backed up sewer line… Aside from all that and ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Every detail at the Splendid Venice was a 10! Customer service - 10! Rooms were beautifully appointed, breakfast was fabulous, and the location in Venice superb. Hi highly recommend this property!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 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 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.
