Grand Canal Shared Gondola Ride (30 Min) with Venice stories

Discover the Grand Canal’s legendary sights on a gondola ride tailored to your pace — with flexible times and narration options.

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Glide through the heart of Venice in a traditional gondola, where historic facades, calm canals, and the unique perspective from the water offer a classic view of the city.

Flexible Experience Options
This tour offers two options to suit your style:

  • Live guide: Begin with a short walking introduction, then enjoy onboard commentary from a knowledgeable local.
  • App Guide: Use a mobile app to learn about the landmarks along your route—perfect for those who prefer a self-guided experience with clear, informative context throughout the ride.
  • Day and Evening Departures
    Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of the day or the quieter charm of the evening, flexible departure times let you enjoy Venice at your pace.

    Highlights Include:
    • A scenic gondola ride along the Grand Canal, Venice’s most iconic waterway
    • Serene canals showcasing a quieter side of the city
    • Stunning views of St. Mark’s Basin, San Giorgio Island, and more
    • Boarding assistance and small-group setting (up to 5 passengers per gondola)

    Whether you're here for the history, the romance, or simply the view, this gondola ride offers an unforgettable way to experience the soul of Venice.

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    With the Random Seating Gondola (€33), you may be seated apart from your group.

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    What is included in activity

    20- minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience
    30-minute shared gondola ride
    Professional, local guide who will explain the itinerary and history of gondolas and gondoliers in Italian, English, Spanish and French
    Commentary via app for German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian.
    Access to the mobile app with a QR code to see Venice in the past.
    Gondola Gallery: 3D-VR journey across the centuries. Discover how Gondolas are built and see a sectioned one yourself

    What is not included

    Hotel pickup and drop-off
    Food and drinks

    Important Info

  • The gondola is shared with other guests (maximum 5 people per gondola)
  • The tour might not operate or the itinerary may change in cases of wind or bad weather
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
  • 30 - 50 minutes
    Group size up to 5 persons
    Mobile ticket
    English
    Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

    Meeting point

    What places you will see

    • Teatro La Fenice
    • Grand Canal
    • Peggy Guggenheim Collection
    • Santa Maria della Salute
    • Punta della Dogana

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    Reviews by travellers

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    Brigitte
    Our tour guide Beatrice was very friendly. We asked for the tour in French and she was able to speak to us very fluently. she had good knowledge about the history of Venice and the gondola. The gondola ride was very fun and finished with a VR presentation of Venice. The gondolier’s were helpful for people that need help coming in and exiting the gondola! 100% recommend!
    6 days ago
    Gaelle
    1/2 heure de gondole sur l’heure annoncée Partage de la gondole avec un autre couple Sinon bien
    11 days ago
    Victoria
    Fantastic trip, really enjoyed the narrow street canals into the Grand Canal. Bit extra time would have been great though but defo worth the money
    12 days ago
    Guillaume
    A 5-minute walk with some interesting explanations. About 30 minutes by gondola. The tour is pleasant and allows you to disconnect while enjoying Venice from its canals.
    14 days ago
    Carolina
    La experiencia del tour fue excelente, pero lo que realmente marcó la diferencia fue la atención que recibimos de Aurora. Por un retraso en nuestro vuelo, llegamos tarde a la actividad que teníamos reservada y pensamos que ya no podríamos participar. Sin embargo, Aurora nos recibió con una enorme amabilidad y se tomó el tiempo de ayudarnos a conseguir un lugar en el siguiente grupo, aunque no era el que correspondía a nuestro horario original. Su actitud fue sumamente atenta, cálida y resolutiva. En un momento de bastante estrés para nosotros, su forma de tratarnos nos dio mucha tranquilidad y nos hizo sentir cuidados. Gracias a su gestión pudimos disfrutar del tour y no perdernos la experiencia. Es muy valioso encontrar personas como Aurora, que no solo hacen bien su trabajo, sino que lo hacen con vocación y cariño. ¡Un agradecimiento enorme para ella!
    16 days ago
    Carlos
    Excellent, well organized good attention, good audio system, GAIA, excellent guide and the perfect finish a 3D experience of the beginnings of Venezia..great job!!!!
    18 days ago
    Janis
    I was hoping to have commentary whilst IN the gondola but our guide Ellen was most excellent while walking around the city. Knowledgeable and professional and fun.
    18 days ago
    Jenna
    So nice and relaxing
    18 days ago
    Yamini
    10-15 minute walking tour followed by approx 30 mins of gandola, the guide was nice and friendly. Must do in venice!
    21 days ago
    Juan C.
    Everything was fine. The guide was super friendly and the experience was wonderful.
    23 days ago
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