Dorsoduro

Venice

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Dorsoduro featuring heritage architecture and a coastal town
Dorsoduro which includes heritage architecture
Dorsoduro which includes a river or creek
One of six districts in Venice, this beautiful area has many sights located along the edge of Venice and on the island of Giudecca.

Originally one of the wealthier oceanfront portions of Venice, Dorsoduro retains some of its extravagance while offering relatively affordable food and nightlife. During the day, tour the ornate churches throughout the area. At night, retreat into a bar or restaurant.

Many come to Dorsoduro to see an array of beautiful churches within a small area. Gaze at the amazing Fumiani artwork that canopies the entire ceiling of San Pantalon. Admire the long, Gothic hallways of the Santa Maria dei Carmini and appreciate the Veronese paintings of San Sebastiano.

Be sure to visit the museum Punta della Dogana. This former customs building has hosted some of the finest art exhibitions in the world and it continues to maintain a handsomely funded collection, courtesy of François Pinault, the French billionaire.

Cross the Accademia Bridge and view the artwork displayed at the Peggy Guggenheim Museum. Patron to many of the most famous modernist artists, Peggy Guggenheim collected art from Picasso, Kandinsky, Mondrian and many others. The American heiress assembled a startling collection housed at this museum, which also features a sculpture garden outside.

Take advantage of Dorsoduro’s night life. Get active on the dance floor of a club or sit down for a beer at a bar. Find late-night fun and inexpensive drinks at Campo Santa Margherita, a legendary square that fills up with locals at night. People watch and enjoy nightlife with friendly Venetians.

With access to lively squares and waterfront views, many people opt to stay in Dorsoduro while they tour Venice. The relatively inexpensive cuisine found in Dorsoduro makes the area popular with locals during lunch breaks. Find the least expensive and most delicious food outside the main squares.

Take the Venice Vaporetto Line 1 to reach Dorsoduro. Many of the attractions here are walking distance from each other. Before you leave, try a marzipan cake at the 120-year-old patisserie, Pasticceria Tonolo.


Popular places to visit


Dorsoduro Hotel Deals

Palazzo Veneziano

Palazzo Veneziano

4.5 out of 5
Fondamenta delle Zattere 1413, Venice, VE
The price is NT$7,004 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
NT$7,004
NT$8,017 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,033 reviews)
The place to stay in Venice.
"The staff was so helpful with restaurants I’m booking tours. We love the hotel bar and all the different Negronis. Room was very comfortable and they left a nice bottle of prosecco for us. The breakfast was yummy. We love the area with the art shops, little restaurants, bars, and the Peggy Guggenheim ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/9

Palazzo Veneziano
Palazzo Guardi

Palazzo Guardi

Sestiere Dorsoduro 995, Venice, VE
Book a stay at this family-friendly affittacamere in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (631 reviews)
"They advertised a lift/elevator so I did not request it as I wasn’t aware that there was 2 bldgs and even though I asked for the first floor in Italy the first floor you have to walk up stairs to get to the first floor. We had a handicapped person and it was very difficult getting to and from the ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

Palazzo Guardi
Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)

Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)

4 out of 5
Calle Larga Ragusei Dorsoduro, 3489, Venice, VE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$5,969 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
NT$5,969
NT$6,879 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star property in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (721 reviews)
"Cleanliness, friendly staffing, modern."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Avani Rio Novo Venice Hotel (previously NH Venezia Rio Novo)
IH Hotels Venezia Salute Palace

IH Hotels Venezia Salute Palace

3 out of 5
Dorsoduro 222, Venice, VE
The price is NT$3,855 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
NT$3,855
NT$4,484 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Venice. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (331 reviews)
"amazing spacious room. very comfortable. was able to check in early which was really helpful!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

IH Hotels Venezia Salute Palace
Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace

Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace

5 out of 5
960 Fondamenta Nani, Dorsoduro, Venice, VE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$8,527 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
NT$8,527
NT$9,728 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (631 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, in a quiet and charming area. 15 minute walk to San Marcos Piazza; yet, the peace is priceless!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/4

Hotel Nani Mocenigo Palace
Hotel Messner

Hotel Messner

3.5 out of 5
Dorsoduro 237, Venice, VE
The price is NT$3,212 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
NT$3,212
NT$3,776 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Venice. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
4.6/10 (206 reviews)
Good stay !
"The location is amazing , you literally staying in the core of Venice , my complain is the a/c for the size of the room it does not blow enough air to keep room fresh you would have to open windows and the bad side of that is that mosquitoes will enter your room and you know the rest , bed was a ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

Hotel Messner
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Other neighborhoods around Dorsoduro

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Santa Croce

4.5/5(658 area reviews)

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Santa Croce
La Giudecca featuring a lake or waterhole

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La Giudecca
San Polo featuring heritage architecture and a bay or harbor

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4.5/5(302 area reviews)

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San Polo
Dorsoduro featuring heritage architecture and a coastal town

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4.5/5(1,933 area reviews)

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San Marco
Venetian Ghetto showing boating, a coastal town and heritage architecture

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4.5/5(1,000 area reviews)

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Cannaregio

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