Cannaregio City Breaks

Cannaregio, Venice, is slightly away from big tourist hotspots and a place to enjoy a touch of traditional Venetian charm without the crowds.  Dive into the magnificence of Italian history, culture, and cuisine, taking it all at your own pace. 

While Cannaregio’s main street is lively and energetic, the calm residential side streets give a glimpse into local life. Stroll along quiet, picturesque canals to see  why Cannaregio is known as Venice’s most relaxing and laid-back sestiere. 

Despite its peaceful nature, it’s still just moments away from all the iconic Venetian landmarks. Whether by foot or water bus, you can easily explore St. Mark’s Square, cross the Rialto Bridge, and tick off all those must-do attractions. 

If you’re thinking of staying in Cannaregio, Venice, hotels are  easy to find. As Venice’s second-largest district, Cannaregio offers a huge number of places to stay. So take a look at your options, and start planning your next trip to Italy.

Just so you know, the local government of Venice has introduced a new regulation to ensure the city doesn’t become overcrowded and is enjoyable for those visiting. For a two-week period from 18 April and then every weekend (Fri-Sun) from 2 May – 27 July 2025, entry to the city of Venice between 08:30 and 16:00 is subject to payment of the Venice Access Contribution fee.
 
If you’re staying within the city of Venice and paying the Tourist Tax, you won’t need to pay the access fee, but you’ll need to register for a QR code as proof of your stay. Anyone under the age of 14 is also exempt but may need to show proof of age.
 
To register for your QR code, please follow these steps:

• Head to the official website https://cda.ve.it/en/ and click “Exemptions”
• Select "Go to Exemptions" and then “I am a guest in an accommodation facility located in the municipality of Venice”
• Select “Request exemption”, enter your arrival and departure dates and provide answers to the other questions about your personal information
• In the data entry screen, add the name and address of where you’re staying
• Add names of other guests under “Add holder”
• Once you’ve completed the online form and added all necessary info, you’ll receive your QR code electronically – be sure to keep this safe and accessible on your device so you can show it as and when required