Sant'Elena
Popular places to visit
Parco delle Rimembranze
Explore the lovely green spaces of Parco delle Rimembranze and enjoy the boating in Venice. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral.
St. Mark's Square
Experience the timeless charm of Venice’s glorious heart, home to the city’s most famous cultural icons, many cafés ... and several thousand pigeons.
Port of Venice
Explore the waterfront of Port of Venice and enjoy other activities such as boating in Venice. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Rialto Bridge
Take a stroll across Venice’s oldest and most iconic bridge for romantic views, souvenir shopping and street entertainment.
St. Mark's Basilica
Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.
Doge's Palace
This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.
Things to do
Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride
St. Mark's Basilica & Doge's Palace Tour with Skip-the-Line
Top hotels in Sant'Elena
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Other neighbourhoods around Sant'Elena
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 Basilica and St. Mark's Square.
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.
Lido
If you're spending some time in Lido, Palazzo del Cinema and Santa Maria Elisabetta Waterbus are top sights worth seeing.
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 Vento di Venezia.
San Marco
San Marco is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica.
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 St. Mark's Basilica while you're exploring the area.
- St. Mark's Square
- Rialto Bridge
- St. Mark's Basilica
- Doge's Palace
- Teatro La Fenice
- Lido of Venice Beaches
- Caribe Bay Jesolo
- Bridge of Sighs
- St Mark's Campanile
- Piazza Milano
- Tronchetto Waterbus Stop
- Porto Marghera
- Peggy Guggenheim Museum
- Piazza Brescia
- Terminal Fusina
- Noventa di Piave Designer Outlet
- Piazza Drago
- Giardini della Biennale
- Parco regionale veneto del Delta del Po