Grand Canal Highlights: Private 30-Minute Gondola Tour

Enjoy a private gondola ride down the legendary Grand Canal and other scenic canals. Share the sights of Venice with your friends, family, or partner.
Meeting point: Rio dell'Orso, 30124 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italia
Private
30 min
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

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

This is
individual
excursion
Only your group
Only you, your friends or family will be on the tour. Time on this excursion is time spent with loved ones.
Personal guide
Always at your disposal, your guide will tailor your program and suggest places of interest for children, where to eat and what to see.
Economical
The cost of an individual excursion is comparable to the cost of a group excursion if you are going with someone else.
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What is included in activity

Gondola ride, 30-minute experience
Enjoy in-app commentary during your gondola ride
Aboard a timeless gondola, experience centuries of Venetian history in VR
Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
Wi-Fi at the meeting point to download the app

What is not included

Live commentary by the gondolier
Headphones

What places you will see

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

Activity book period

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Your transport

Languages in what activity is performed

English

Directions to meet your guide

Rio dell'Orso, 30124 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italia

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Reviews by travellers

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Carol B.
Loved it! Good ride and our gondolier provided some historical facts while on gondola!
7 days ago
Tilo
It was an amazing tour with many interisting information about Venice given by the gondoliere. Thanks so much.
10 days ago
Marina M.
Nice trip! But I thought it would be longer and a bit more individual.
10 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.
10 days ago
Hannah A.
Beautiful Gondola ride however not much of a guide & lots of traffic however memorable & special
11 days ago
Alex W.
The path between the internal streets is very suggestive, sufficient distance on the Grand Canal.
12 days ago
Darren D.
Not cheap, but worth every euro for the atmosphere and privacy.
12 days ago
Despina
The guy was very friendly and polite and guided us through the ride
12 days ago
Erik C.
The views from the canal are unlike anything else in Venice — truly unique.
12 days ago
Dennis B.
A peaceful and romantic way to experience Venice. The palaces looked stunning from the water.
15 days ago
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Starting point of the tour
Meet at the Gondola Santo Stefano Square stage. Go to gondoliers and show the ticket.