Grand Canal Highlights: Private 30-Minute Gondola Tour

Glide past historic facades and grand palaces on a private journey through the Grand Canal.

Details

Board an authentic gondola and take a romantic journey along the Grand Canal in Venice. See the historic sights along the shoreline as you glide down the canal.
Set off from the departure point and admire marvelous palaces, such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute. Explore the secret waterways of Venice and soak up the city's atmosphere with your friends or your beloved.

Experience the Gondola Gallery — discover the secrets of Venice’s iconic boat through original tools, a detailed cross-section, and the craftsmanship that has shaped gondolas for centuries. Then, embark on a timeless virtual experience aboard a gondola, gliding through Venice’s iconic canals as history and tradition come to life around you

Travel by gondola close to St. Mark's Square, Fenice Opera House, Punta della Dogana, and many other charming palaces. Pass under a small bridge as you discover the hidden spots reachable only by gondola.

Know before you go

• The price is per gondola, accommodating up to 5 people
• Please be aware that this tour is subject to weather conditions and may not operate during bad weather, exceptionally high tides, or strong winds. In such cases, your ride can be rescheduled for the following day or refunded

Not suitable for

• Wheelchair users

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

• Luggage or large bags

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What is included in activity

Gondola ride
Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section

What is not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Guide

Important Info

• The price is per gondola, not per person. 5 people can ride in 1 gondola
• Please note, this tour does not operate during lousy weather, exceptionally high tides, or strong wind. In these instances, your ride can be postponed to the next day or refunded)
Departure: Campiello Traghetto, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
30 min
Private tour, group size up to 5 persons
English
Mobile ticket
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Your motor boat

Please note that transport and route in different days subject to change.

Itinerary

Meeting point

The Gondola landing stage is located in “Campo Santa Maria del Giglio”. Once by the Bell Tower in St. Mark’s Square, leave the Basilica behind you and proceed straight on to the left corner of the Square (near the Correr Museum). Pass the arches and go straight on until you reach Campo San Moisè. Cross the bridge and proceed along the street “Calle XXII Marzo” until you reach “Campo Santa Maria del Giglio”. Once there turn left leaving the Church behind you, go straight on to the waterfront, and you will find the Gondola landing stage.

Places you will see

• St. Mark's Square
• Fenice Opera House
• Punta della Dogana
• Peggy Guggenheim
• Ponte dell'Accademia

Reviews by travellers

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Paoloa
was fun The gondolier was very nice.
4 days ago
Andrea S.
Beautiful gondola ride through Venice and to grand canal with family of 5. Very enjoyable, relaxing, and memorable! Thanks for making it easy to book and embark from gondola meeting dock.
8 days ago
Marina M.
Nice trip! But I thought it would be longer and a bit more individual.
9 days ago
Chadish
Lovey experience that you can’t miss out in Venice. Having a private gondola was very much worth it, and going in the early morning gave us a much better experience. A shout out to the great captain of the gondola we had, very engaging and friendly!
10 days ago
Dennnise
It was nice to have a reservation and not have wait. Nice tour of the canals.
11 days ago
Phyliciaaaa
it was a perfect way to end our trip isn Venice
11 days ago
Ruth G.
Excellent Simone was great highly recommend. Great location to board gondola.
13 days ago
Melanie W.
An experience that should be lived at least once in a lifetime. Exciting, suggestive. I lived it with husband and children, and we were all enchanted
14 days ago
Hannah A.
Beautiful Gondola ride however not much of a guide & lots of traffic however memorable & special
15 days ago
Christine N.
Wonderful ride through the canals.
16 days ago
Route details changed.
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Starting point of the tour
The Gondola landing stage is located in “Campo Santa Maria del Giglio”. Once by the Bell Tower in St. Mark’s Square, leave the Basilica behind you and proceed straight on to the left corner of the Square (near the Correr Museum). Pass the arches and go straight on until you reach Campo San Moisè. Cross the bridge and proceed along the street “Calle XXII Marzo” until you reach “Campo Santa Maria del Giglio”. Once there turn left leaving the Church behind you, go straight on to the waterfront, and you will find the Gondola landing stage.