You might be free to visit today, but Forte Marghera wasn't always so welcoming! Discover the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

When you've finished at this history-filled fortress in Mestre, why not make your way to Rialto Bridge, St. Mark's Basilica, and St. Mark's Square? They're not far from Forte Marghera and also a favorite with many travelers.

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Hotel San Moisè

Venice City Center

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$976

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Oct 26 - Oct 31

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Boston (BOS) to Venice (VCE)

7.8/10 Good! (710 reviews)

We stayed in a room with balcony view, I requested one of the rooms that had a better view and a specific room, unfortunately this request wasn’t looked into as I had no feedback on it. Was a good stay overall, very Venetian style, but very dated and old looking. Breakfast was good, it was a bonus since food there is not cheap especially with a family. You need to leave your keys back at the reception when going out daily which was a little inconvenient. Convenient location with most things in reach.

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Baglioni Hotel Luna - The Leading Hotels of the World

Venice City Center

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$2,554

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Oct 3 - Oct 7

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Venice (VCE)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)

Comfortable bed, nice room, turn-down service

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

San Clemente Palace, Venice - Managed by Mandarin Oriental

San Clemente

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$2,086

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Oct 26 - Oct 31

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Boston (BOS) to Venice (VCE)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (430 reviews)

Amazing Hotel Elena at the front desk was just fantastic Grazie

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

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Charming Gondola Ride on Grand Canal

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Murano & Burano Guided Tour by Private Boat with glassmaking demonstration

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Venice Small Group Tour: Cicchetti, Wine & Traghetto Gondola Ride

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Venice: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine

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I Musici Veneziani Concert: Vivaldi Four Seasons

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