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Santa Croce in Venice

Things to Do in Santa Croce, Venice

A mix of local life and historical sites, with Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio at its center, where residents gather and enjoy nearby restaurants and shops. It's also home to the Natural History Museum at Fontego dei Turchi and the Ca' Pesaro Museum of Modern Art.

A mix of local life and historical sites, with Campo San Giacomo dell'Orio at its center, where residents gather and enjoy nearby restaurants and shops. It's also home to the Natural History Museum at Fontego dei Turchi and the Ca' Pesaro Museum of Modern Art.

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  • Benor MaschereBenor MaschereCraft Workshop
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Santa Croce

  • Natural History Museum in Santa Croce, Venice

    Natural History Museum

    ★ 4.6 · 3.9k
    Natural History Museum

    Natural history museum with collections ranging from botany to zoology, plus a library & workshops.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 6 PM
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  • Benor Maschere in Santa Croce, Venice

    Benor Maschere

    ★ 4.9 · 163
    Craft Workshop
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  • Vintageria Venezia in Santa Croce, Venice

    Vintageria Venezia

    ★ 4.4 · 274
    Flea Market
    Every day
    10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Santa Croce

  • Glam Enrico Bartolini in Santa Croce, Venice

    Glam Enrico Bartolini

    Michelin ★★
    Fine Dining· €€€€

    Set between quiet, narrow streets, the gate opens onto Palazzo Venart, one of Venice's most exclusive residences.

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  • Arcicchetti Bakaro in Santa Croce, Venice

    Arcicchetti Bakaro

    ★ 4.8 · 2.5k
    Wine Bar· €1–10

    Old-fashioned wine bar & bistro with outdoor tables & a display case of miniature gourmet toasts.

    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 4 PM
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  • Cantina Arnaldi in Santa Croce, Venice

    Cantina Arnaldi

    ★ 4.8 · 1.2k
    Wine Bar· €10-20
    Every day
    10 AM – 1 AM
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  • Tango Bar Venezia in Santa Croce, Venice

    Tango Bar Venezia

    ★ 4.9 · 734
    Wine Bar· €1-10

    A canal-side bar near the train station, this cozy spot is known for its coffee, cocktails, traditional Spritz and Cicchetti, and freshly made sandwiches.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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  • Hostaria Osottoosopra in Santa Croce, Venice

    Hostaria Osottoosopra

    ★ 4.8 · 9.0k
    Seafood· €20–60

    Classic restaurant offering local standards such as seafood, pasta & meat dishes, plus wine.

    Every day
    12 PM – 11 PM
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  • Pasticceria Rio Marin in Santa Croce, Venice

    Pasticceria Rio Marin

    ★ 4.5 · 1.1k
    Pastry Shop· $$

    A canal-side cafe and bakery near the train station, it offers pastries, coffee, and light bites with outdoor seating by the water.

    Mon–Tue
    7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu–Fri
    7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
    Sat
    7:30 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 7 PM
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  • Majer in Santa Croce, Venice

    Majer

    ★ 4.5 · 850
    Bakery· €1–10
    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 9 PM
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  • Rio Novo in Santa Croce, Venice

    Rio Novo

    ★ 4.7 · 6.0k
    Seafood· €20–30

    Casual venue featuring seafood, pasta & pizzas, plus terrace dining with canal views.

    Every day
    11 AM – 10 PM
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  • La Lanterna in Santa Croce, Venice

    La Lanterna

    ★ 4.7 · 2.5k
    Italian· €20–40

    A restaurant in Venice offering authentic Venetian dishes, fresh seafood pasta, grilled salmon, scallops, and homemade limoncello, with outdoor seating available.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
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  • Angolo del gusto in Santa Croce, Venice

    Angolo del gusto

    ★ 4.9 · 852
    Pizza· €1–10
    Mon–Fri
    10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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  • Bacaro Quebrado in Santa Croce, Venice

    Bacaro Quebrado

    ★ 4.5 · 5.3k
    Italian· €10–20

    Tavern serving a changing menu of small plates & pasta dishes in a cozy space with sidewalk seats.

    Every day
    11 AM – 10:30 PM
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  • Mare Magno in Santa Croce, Venice

    Mare Magno

    ★ 4.8 · 897
    Restaurant· €20–30
    Mon–Tue
    1 PM – 3 PM, 7:30 PM – 10 PM
    Wed
    Closed
    Thu
    7:30 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    1 PM – 3 PM, 7:30 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    1 PM – 3 PM, 7:30 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 3 PM, 7:30 PM – 10 PM
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  • Boresso in Santa Croce, Venice

    Boresso

    ★ 4.7 · 657
    Cafeteria· €1–10

    A small, authentic cafe in the San Polo neighborhood, it offers coffee, breakfast options like croissants and sandwiches, and has pleasant outside seating.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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Map of Santa Croce with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Glam Enrico Bartolini
  2. 2Natural History Museum
  3. 3Benor Maschere
  4. 4Arcicchetti Bakaro
  5. 5Cantina Arnaldi
  6. 6Tango Bar Venezia
  7. 7Hostaria Osottoosopra
  8. 8Pasticceria Rio Marin
  9. 9Vintageria Venezia
  10. 10Majer

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