What's Dorsoduro like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Dorsoduro, especially its restaurants and museums. You can take time to discover this romantic neighbourhood's cathedrals and waterfront. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Palazzo Foscari and Ca' Rezzonico. There's plenty more to see, including Maritime Station and Campo Santa Margherita.
How to get to Dorsoduro
Flying to:
- Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 5 mi (8.1 km) from Dorsoduro
Things to see and do in and around Dorsoduro
What to see in Dorsoduro
- Maritime Station
- Campo Santa Margherita
- Palazzo Foscari
- Ca' Foscari University of Venice
- Biennale di Venezia
Things to do in Dorsoduro
- Zattere
- Ca' Rezzonico
- Gallerie dell'Accademia
- Peggy Guggenheim Museum
- Palazzo Barbarigo
Other popular Dorsoduro attractions
- Punta della Dogana
- Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
- Grand Canal
- Zenobio Palace
- Squero di San Trovaso
When is the best time to visit Venice?
- Hottest months: August, July, June, September (average 23°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 7°C)
- Rainiest months: November, May, September, October (average 127 mm of rainfall)