Venice – Hostels in Venice. Maps for Venice, Photos and Reviews for each hostel in Venice.

Venice's most famous canal-crosser, Ponte di Rialto was erected in the 16th century by architect Antonio da Ponte. The single-stone arched bridge, and its shops, remain of the city's top draws.

Address: Sestiere San Polo, 30125 Venezia, Italy

Landmark: Rialto Bridge

A must for backpackers who crave culture, this is one of the Italy's great art galleries. It’s home to works by Titian, Canaletto and da Vinci. Entry costs €15 (€12.50 for EU citizens between 18 and 25), with additional costs for exhibitions.

Address: Campo della Carità, 1050, 30123 Venezia, Italy

District: Sestiere Dorsoduro

The intricate Gothic facade of the ‘golden house’ overlooks the Grand Canal, and hides an equally exquisite interior, with a particularly fine inner courtyard and a collection of artistic and archaeological treasures.

District: Sestiere Cannaregio

Landmark: Ca' d'Oro

Many new arrivals head straight from their hostel to this 11th century church, a major Venice landmark. Its soaring dome makes it easy to spot. Enjoy the mosaics, icons and bejewelled altar for free, and climb the 100-metre-tall tower for views over the city and – if it's a clear day – out to the Dolomites.

Address: San Marco, 328, Venezia, Italy

District: Sestiere San Marco

Once the political nerve centre of Venice, this spectacular 16th century palace combines Islamic, Renaissance and Gothic architecture and overflows with stunning furnishings and paintings.

District: Sestiere San Marco

Flanked by St. Mark's Basilica to the south and Rialto Bridge to the north, Venice's cobblestoned central district has been the political and commercial heart of the city for a millennium. The main landmarks are thronged with tourists and backpacker groups, but it’s still a wonderful area to explore.

District: Sestiere San Marco

Occupying a bone-shaped island to the south of the centre, this area is home to the city's seven-mile beach and plays host to the Venice Film Festival. There aren’t many youth hostels here, but it’s a great place to come for some beach time and to escape the busy tourist areas on the main island.

District: Quartiere Lido,Malamocco,Alberoni

Northwest of San Marco, and just south of the cluster of cheap hostels in Cannaregio, San Polo is renowned for its centuries-old Rialto market, its brick-built Santa Maria dei Frari church and its selection of fine restaurants.

District: Sestiere San Polo

The perfect time to book a Venice hostel. A masked ball has been held in the city since the Middle Ages, but that's just a part of this January street party. Expect live music, theatre, juggling, fire-eating and more.

This acclaimed film fest is held on the Lido in September, when the world's greatest movie stars descend on the city's fine beach. Public screenings are available.

District: Quartiere Lido,Malamocco,Alberoni

Founded to commemorate and to celebrate Venetian's survival of the great plague of the 1500s, this semi-religious July festival features pontoons of boats, fireworks displays and waterfront picnics.

Address: Church of the Santissimo Redentore Redentore, Sestiere Giudecca, 30133 Venezia

District: Ruote

A cultural institution begun in 1895, the Biennale showcases the work of countless international artists in venues across the city. Held June to November each year.

First held in the 1200s to welcome royalty to the city, Venice's September regatta remains a huge event. Locals, tourists and backpackers line the Grand Canal to watch races that feature over 300 traditional boats.

District: Sestiere Dorsoduro

Although by day, this August-September festival means sombre debates related to the country's liberation, by night the fest bursts into life with incredible salsa, rock, blues and reggae concerts.

Address: Campo Erberia 30125, Fondamenta Vin Castello, 145, Venezia, Italy

District: Sestiere San Polo

With the tagline ‘music, art, parties’, this offshoot of the Biennale ticks all the boxes for backpackers. Expect electro and arty pop, a glamorous crowd, and of course incredible visuals.

Just a short walk from Rialto Bridge, this traditional Venetian deli restaurant serves up perfect backpacker fare: fresh pizzas, pasta, meat and seafood dishes.

Address: 5424 Calle de la Bissa, Venice

District: Sestiere San Marco

Phone: 041 522 3569

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This residential trattoria-pizzeria in the Castello region of Venice serves delicious and filling pizzas (try the gorgonzola and walnut) and more besides.

Address: 738 Castello, Secco Marina

District: Sestiere Castello

Phone: 041 523 7102

Venice's most bustling food market, located beside Rialto Bridge, is the perfect place to pick up a budget picnic - and if your hostel has a kitchen, you can pick up something to cook later. Choose from piles of prosciutto, cheese, bread, seafood, salad and fruit.

District: Sestiere San Polo

This handy Italian mini-chain has a branch right by the train station, which puts it on the doorstep of some great cheap hostels. It offers tasty, great-value cafeteria food. Enjoy a starter, pizza, side salad and beer for €6.90.

Address: Rio Terà Lista di Spagna, 124, 30121 Venice

District: Sestiere Cannaregio

Cicchetti are tiny tapas on toothpicks, like deep-fried mozzarella, calamari and artichoke hearts, and can be found in bars across Venice. At Do Mori you’ll also find big barrels of great value Venetian wine on the bar…

Address: Sestiere San Polo, 429, 30125 Venice

District: Sestiere San Polo

Phone: 041 522 5401

Sitting slap-bang between Rialto Bridge and Piazza San Marco, this popular, backpacker-friendly pub serves budget food by day and Venetian vibes at night, popular with locals, students and travellers alike.

Address: 5658 Campo San Lio, 30122 Venice

Phone: 041 528 9349

In a conservative city of ballet, opera and classical music, this theatre offers fun, non-mainstream dance and music events – all at reasonable prices.

Address: 5013 Sestiere Cannaregio, Venice

District: Sestiere Cannaregio

Phone: 041 522 4498

One of the city's few real clubbing spots, this beachside hotspot has house DJs spinning dance and pop music every weekend, with occasional concerts midweek.

Address: Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi, 30126 Venice

District: Quartiere Lido,Malamocco,Alberoni

At the heart of the city's best after-dark neighbourhood, Orange is an achingly chic cocktail bar serving champagne concoctions (as well as wine, spritz and snacks) until late.

Address: 3054A Campo Santa Margherita, Venice

District: Sestiere Dorsoduro

Phone: 041 5234740

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Popular with hostel groups, this alternative bar has regular live music performances, including jazz and bands and local DJs, and is a great place to socialise until the wee hours.

Address: Campo San Luca, 30124 Venice

District: Sestiere San Marco

Phone: 041 522 3914

For great wines at backpacker prices, head for Bottiglieria Colonna. Buy fine wine gift packs (six bottles) or bring you own empties to fill with €2-a-litre table wine.

Address: 5595 Sestiere Castello

District: Sestiere Castello

Phone: 041 528 5137

Looking to get in the carnival spirit, or want a unique memento of your time in Venice? Tick both boxes with this extraordinary shop of hand-made masks and costumes.

Address: San Polo, 30125 Venezia, Italy

Phone: 041 5222901

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This temple to fine Italian food is close to some of the downtown hostels on the edge of Castello. Head here to pick up olive oil, pasta, salami, cheese and grappa. You can even order international shipping.

Address: 5364 Campo della Guerra, 30122 Castello, Venice

District: Sestiere Castello

Phone: 041 522 2901