Sant'Elena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sant'Elena
Photo by Cathy Jamieson
Photo by Cathy Jamieson
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Photo "Sant'Elena" by Abxbay (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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Popular places to visit

Parco delle Rimembranze

Parco delle Rimembranze

Parco delle Rimembranze is just one of the places to see in Venice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

Parco delle Rimembranze
St. Mark\'s Square which includes heritage architecture, a city and a square or plaza

St. Mark's Square

4.5/5(177 reviews)

The beating heart of the city where you’ll find some of its most famous sights, its best cafes, and enjoy the true charm of Venice.

St. Mark's Square
Grand Canal which includes a ferry, heritage architecture and a marina

Grand Canal

4.5/5(135 reviews)

Take a gondola ride along Venice’s beautiful canal and see the city and its magnificent sights in all their glory.

Grand Canal
Port of Venice

Port of Venice

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Port of Venice
Rialto Bridge

Rialto Bridge

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Cross the romantic old bridge, one of Venice’s most iconic and world-famous sights, now packed with souvenirs and street entertainers.

Rialto Bridge
St. Mark\'s Basilica showing heritage architecture

St. Mark's Basilica

4.5/5(160 reviews)

An exquisite Byzantine cathedral and one of the most striking of all Venice’s great attractions with a story as old as the city itself.

St. Mark's Basilica

Activities

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

AU$257
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat

AU$70
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Half Day Murano and Burano Island Tour by Private Boat
Venice in a Day with St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, & Gondola Ride

Venice in a Day with St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, & Gondola Ride

AU$227
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Venice in a Day with St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, & Gondola Ride
A day among the most beautiful mountains in the world, the Dolomites and Lake Braies

A day among the most beautiful mountains in the world, the Dolomites and Lake Braies

AU$352
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
A day among the most beautiful mountains in the world, the Dolomites and Lake Braies
The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour with a Top Guide

The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour with a Top Guide

AU$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
The Essence of Venice in a Stress Free Small group Walking Tour with a Top Guide
Venice: Leonardo Da Vinci Museum Entrance Ticket

Venice: Leonardo Da Vinci Museum Entrance Ticket

AU$14
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Venice: Leonardo Da Vinci Museum Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best Sant'Elena Hotel Deals

Hotel Plaza Venice
Hotel Plaza Venice
4 out of 5
Viale Stazione 36, Mestre, VE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$248
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mestre. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Superbe hôtel!"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Hotel Plaza Venice
Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Montecarlo
3 out of 5
Calle Specchieri 463 San Marco, Venice, VE
The price is AU$250 per night from 5 June to 6 June
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,263 reviews)
"I love the location! It made the stay so pleasant. We felt like we were living in a movie. It is a few blocks from St. Marks square and we could just go downstairs and have plenty of restaurant's and shops at our disposal. We were in the annex and we did have to go up 4 flights of stairs to get to ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

Hotel Montecarlo
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
4 out of 5
Piazza San Marco 1107, Calle del Cavalletto, Venice, VE
The price is AU$274 per night from 5 June to 6 June
AU$274
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,525 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good position, nice shops right on the doorstop Nice restaurant for breakfast, good selection."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Hotel Cavalletto e Doge Orseolo
The St. Regis Venice
The St. Regis Venice
5 out of 5
Campo Barozzi, San Marco 2159, Venice, VE
The price is AU$2,015 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$2,015
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Exceptional Service and a Seamless Stay
"Our stay at The St. Regis Venice was absolutely fantastic. From the start, the staff was so helpful and attentive, ensuring that every detail was perfect. We requested connected rooms, and not only did they accommodate this, but they also gave us an amazing upgrade, which was such a pleasant surprise. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

The St. Regis Venice
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
5 out of 5
Campo Santa Maria Del Giglio O Zobenigo, Venice, VE
The price is AU$2,556 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$2,556
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
"Excellent place"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice
Hotel Abbazia
Hotel Abbazia
3 out of 5
Cannaregio, Calle Priuli Cavaletti 68, Venice, VE
The price is AU$276 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$276
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff. Short walk from Sata Lucia train station. Breakfast was amazing and done with much passion and variety. Would stay again. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Hotel Abbazia
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Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena

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Isola La Certosa

While Isola La Certosa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Mark's Square and San Nicolo al Lido.

Isola La Certosa
Castello which includes heritage architecture and a river or creek

Castello

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

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.

Castello
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Lido

If you're spending some time in Lido, Palazzo del Cinema and Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus are top sights worth seeing.

Lido
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Le Vignole

Though Le Vignole may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Nicolo al Lido and San Nicolò Beach.

Le Vignole
San Marco which includes a river or creek and kayaking or canoeing

San Marco

4.5/5(162 area reviews)

San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.

San Marco
Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture and a coastal town

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.

Venice City Center

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