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.

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Top things to do in Santa Croce

Natural History Museum
★ 4.6 · 3.8k
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
★ 4.9 · 162
Craft Workshop
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Vintageria Venezia
★ 4.4 · 271
Flea Market
Every day
10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Santa Croce

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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
★ 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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Tango Bar Venezia
★ 4.9 · 726
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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Cantina Arnaldi
★ 4.8 · 1.2k
Wine Bar· €10–20
Every day
10 AM – 1 AM
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Hostaria Osottoosopra
★ 4.8 · 8.3k
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
★ 4.5 · 1.0k
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
★ 4.5 · 829
Bakery· €1–10
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Rio Novo
★ 4.7 · 5.8k
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
★ 4.7 · 2.4k
Italian· €20–40
A restaurant in Venice offering authentic Venetian dishes, fresh seafood pasta, grilled salmon, scallops, and homemade limoncello, with outdoor seating available.
Every day
12 PM – 10:30 PM
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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
★ 4.5 · 5.2k
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
★ 4.8 · 873
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
★ 4.8 · 642
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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