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.

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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

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)
• Not suitable for wheelchair users
Departure: Rio dell'Orso, 30124 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italia
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

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

Meeting point

Meet at the Gondola Santo Stefano Square stage. Go to gondoliers and show the ticket.

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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Rose R.
We were early and they happily accommodated us. Everyone was very helpful and kind. Nice trip!
5 days ago
Dennnise
It was nice to have a reservation and not have wait. Nice tour of the canals.
5 days ago
Allison W.
We had so much fun despite the cold weather. Our gondolier was very friendly and informative.
6 days ago
Inès
Everything went well, quick 30min ride but the gondolas are sublime, I recommend! We arrived a little early and were picked up directly, thank you
11 days ago
Marina M.
Nice trip! But I thought it would be longer and a bit more individual.
12 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
13 days ago
Henry B.
Amazing - a must in Venice. The location was easy to find and the gondola ride was fantastic. A very friendly Gondolier. We arrived really early as we were in the area but the Gondoliers said it was no problem and they took us there and then.
14 days ago
James P.
Very kind gondolier, very nice the 'manager' of the voucher acceptance. Having booked online I thought I would save some money and not spend 40 euros more. I hope that at least part of these 40 euros will remain with the gondolier and the 'manager' because they are truly extremely available
14 days ago
Douglas M.
We arrived too late, but were immediately allowed to take a seat in the gondola. The armadillo was very nice and they took another nice picture of us.
15 days ago
Ruth G.
Excellent Simone was great highly recommend. Great location to board gondola.
17 days ago
Route details changed.
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Starting point of the tour
Meet at the Gondola Santo Stefano Square stage. Go to gondoliers and show the ticket.