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Santa Croce is one of the six sestieri (districts) in historical Venice. It's located in the northwestern part of the city. If you want to arrive in Venice by road, you have to pass through this sestiere. It's known for being a bit off-the-beaten-path compared to other areas. Thus it offers a more local vibe. Santa Croce has a good variety of eating options, depending on what you're looking for. Santa Croce provides a nice mix of history, local culture, and some hidden gems for art lovers.

Santa Croce Historic Information

In old times, the sestieri Santa Croce and San Polo together were known as a single area called Luprio. The name came from the fact that these areas were marshy areas, full of dangerous animals such as wolves. During the 10th century, the Venetians undertook land reclamation projects. This led to solidify the islands. They also created a more extensive network of canals. This process eventually led to the separation of Luprio into the distinct sestieri of San Polo and Santa Croce that we know today. After various reclamations, the marshes became vegetable gardens and vineyards.

The present sestiere takes its name from the church of Santa Croce. This church is no longer visible as Napoleon's troops destroyed it. This sestiere is divided into two parts. The eastern part is the old part. This area is rich in history and features many medieval structures. The western part was developed mainly in the 20th century. This part includes the Piazzale Roma, a large square that acts as Venice's bus terminal. It's also where you'll find the Tronchetto, a man-made island that serves as a parking lot for cars and buses.

Santa Croce is located in the western part of Venice. It is bordered by the Grand Canal to the north, San Polo to the east and the Dorsoduro district to the south. It is easy access from major transportation hubs. Piazzale Roma itself within this sestiere. and the Santa Lucia train station.