30-Minute Evening Gondola Ride with a Serenade

Serenaded by live musicians, this gondola ride offers a rare and memorable way to enjoy Venice’s timeless atmosphere.

What is included in activity

10-minute introduction to the gondola tradition before embarkation
30-minute shared gondola ride with serenade
Live Italian music

What is not included

Food and drinks
Commentary on board

Details

No trip to Venice is complete without a classic gondola ride—and this one comes with a special twist: live music and an Italian serenade. Glide along the iconic Grand Canal and through smaller, scenic waterways as a singer and musician fill the air with traditional melodies.

Admire the city’s historic palaces, charming bridges, and timeless architecture from the water, while enjoying the unique ambiance of Venice at a relaxed pace. The live performance adds a romantic, unforgettable layer to the experience—perfect for couples, families, or anyone looking to embrace the soul of the city.

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Important Info

• The gondola ride is NOT private but is shared with other participants.
• This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility.
• Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people.
• The itinerary may change in case of wind or bad weather.
Departure: Calle larga de l'Ascension, 30124 Venice, Venezia Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
40 min
Group size up to 5 persons
English
Mobile ticket
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
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Meeting point

Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO) Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy Calle larga de l'Ascension, 30124 Venezia, IT

Places you will see

• Canal Grande
• Chiesa di Santa Maria della Salute
• Smaller side Canals
• Baroque church from the 17th century

Reviews by travellers

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Eloise H.
It started 10 m-minutes late, but there were also 10 minutes longer, sometimes you say two, sometimes four and sometimes six people in one gondola, more than ten gondolas went from the main canal to a side canal and then it went back there, the singers and the instrument players you could hear the gondola took turns so that everyone could enjoy it) was far away of course you couldn't bike that much so 50 percent music guarantee
4 days ago
Allison C.
Lovely gondola ride with guitar and vocal from another boat. They were so talented! Disappointed the singer was not in our boat but still a great experience.
8 days ago
William W.
The best thing we did in Venice. Great experience, even the virtual reality tour of the history of Venice to start it off
12 days ago
Ela C.
it's great with the serenade. the ride itself is extremely short. Roughly 20-25mins with a quick round from where you launch.
12 days ago
Claude L.
I would say this was the funnest 30 minutes I had in Venice. Singer and music we’re fabulous! We did have a little Gondola traffic jam in one canal, it was actually fun to see how all those boats got past each other. I would definitely advise to do this tour!
12 days ago
Walter W.
Fun time. Great music, short and fun. VR intro was awesome. We all had fun. Pick up at the hotel would have been cool.
12 days ago
Helen V.
There was no serenade. One man 10 gondolas up sang 1 song that we heard the last 30 seconds of. Speaking with Viator rep we were given the impression we would have a singer with us. Even if not, hardly 10 boats away didn’t cut it. Don’t pay extra for serenade!!!!
12 days ago
Daniella H.
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience . Especially the serenade . He had an amazing voice , we were very impressed with him . Shane he didn’t stop , we wanted to speak to him . But managed to tip him
14 days ago
Ariella H.
Luckily we were in the same boat as the musicians and it was the best part of our Italy trip
16 days ago
Harley B.
A truly worthwhile experience! Magnificent serenade with a very friendly singer and guitarist!
18 days ago
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Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO) Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy Calle larga de l'Ascension, 30124 Venezia, IT