Where to stay in Venice — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Venice is the City of Water, built across more than 100 small islands linked by over 400 bridges and a web of canals, with no cars anywhere in the city. You get around mainly by boat: glide along the Grand Canal in a gondola, admire Gothic palaces at the water's edge, take in the magnificent St. Mark's Square, then happily lose yourself in romantic, painting-like alleyways.
Why stay in Venice
Ride a gondola
Take a truly Venetian rowboat through narrow canals cars can't reach, and listen to the gondolier sing in a romantic setting.
St. Mark's Square
The main square Napoleon called "the most beautiful drawing room in Europe," home to the basilica and bell tower.
Rialto Bridge
The oldest marble arch bridge across the Grand Canal, lined on both sides with shops and photo spots.
Murano and Burano islands
Take a boat to glassblowing Murano and candy-coloured Burano, one of the most photogenic spots around.
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Local dishes to try in Venice
- 1🦐
Cicchetti
Venetian-style tapas: small bread bites with various toppings, eaten with wine at local bacaro bars.
📍 Street food - 2🍝
Spaghetti alle Vongole
Spaghetti with fresh clams, simply prepared with garlic and white wine, straight from the Adriatic Sea.
📍 Seafood - 3🦑
Risotto al Nero di Seppia
Dark squid-ink risotto with a rich, savoury depth from the cuttlefish ink, a Venetian classic.
📍 Seafood - 4🍹
Spritz Veneziano
An Aperol or Select cocktail with prosecco, the birthplace of this hugely popular aperitif.
📍 Drink - 5🍪
Baicoli
Thin, crisp old-fashioned Venetian biscuits, perfect with coffee or sweet wine in the afternoon.
📍 Dessert
- 1⛪
St. Mark's Basilica
A Byzantine-style church decorated with golden mosaics, the most dazzling sight in Venice.
📍 San Marco - 2🏛️
Doge's Palace
The Gothic palace of Venice's old rulers, linked to the former prison by the Bridge of Sighs.
📍 San Marco - 3🌉
Rialto Bridge
The oldest and most famous marble bridge across the Grand Canal in the city.
📍 San Polo - 4🛶
Grand Canal
The main S-shaped canal, 3.8 km long, lined on both sides with centuries-old palaces.
📍 Citywide - 5🏝️
Burano
A fishing island with houses painted in bright, candy-like colours, famous for handmade lace.
📍 Island outside the city - 6🔥
Murano
The island of world-class glassblowing, where you can watch Murano glass artisans at work.
📍 Island outside the city
Things to do in Venice
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3 Venice hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.5Upper-midViolino d'Oro Venezia
#8 boutique · Venetian-artisan craft 2 min from San Marco
★ 9.4LuxuryPalazzo Venart Luxury Hotel
#1 most luxurious · 5-star on the Grand Canal
★ 9.3Upper-midThe Venice Times Hotel
#7 Top score 9.3 · steps from the train station
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San Clemente Palace Kempinski Venice
#3 private island · pool + full spa
Ca' San Giorgio B&B
#9 historic B&B · 9.1 score, 13th-century Gothic house
Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
#5 Best location · 5 minutes to San Marco
Hotel Saturnia & International
#6 family-run · running since 1908
Venice Times Hotel
#2 boutique · 5-min flat walk to the station
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🚆 Getting around Venice
Vaporetto water bus
Venice's main public transport, like a water bus running along the Grand Canal. A day pass is the better value.
Walking the city
Venice has no cars, so you can cross bridges and explore the alleys on foot. Carry a map or GPS, it's easy to get lost.
Gondola
The traditional rowing boat for sightseeing along the canals. Fares are fixed per ride, so agree on the price before you board.
Santa Lucia station
The central train station sits at the end of the Grand Canal, with easy connections to Verona, Milan and Florence.
Where to go next near Venice
RomeThe Italian capital that holds the ruins of ancient Roman civilisation, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City all in one city.
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FlorenceThe capital of Tuscany and birthplace of the Renaissance, home to the David statue and the red cathedral dome.
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MilanItaly's capital of fashion and design, home to the marble Duomo cathedral and Leonardo's The Last Supper.
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VeronaThe romantic city behind Romeo and Juliet, with Juliet's balcony and an ancient Roman arena right in the centre.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Venice
How much does a gondola ride cost?+
The official rate is around 80–90 euros for a 30-minute daytime ride, and more in the evening. A boat holds up to 5–6 people, so it's better value shared among a group.
How many days do you need in Venice?+
Two to three days is about right. Spend the first day on foot around San Marco and Rialto, the second taking a boat to Murano and Burano, and leave time to wander the quiet little alleys.
When should you avoid Venice because of flooding?+
The high-water phenomenon known as acqua alta usually happens between November and January, and St. Mark's Square can flood temporarily. Spring or early autumn is more comfortable.
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