Grand Canal Highlights: Private 30-Minute Gondola Tour

Name: Grand Canal Highlights: Private 30-Minute Gondola Tour
Start: 2026-08-07T09:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-08-07T09:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Venice

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

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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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Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Guide

Departure: Campo San Moisè, 30124 Venice, Venezia Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

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30 min

Private tour, group size up to 5 persons

English

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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.

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The gondola landing stage is located next to the Bauer Palazzo Hotel in Campo St. Moisé, near the entrance of St. Mark’s Square.

Places you will see

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

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Reviews by travellers

4.7 out of 5

5086 reviews

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Kathy H.

We were early and they happily accommodated us. Everyone was very helpful and kind. Nice trip!

4 days ago

Sandra R.

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

9 days ago

Mary H.

It was an amazing tour with many interisting information about Venice given by the gondoliere. Thanks so much.

9 days ago

Travis T.

Beautiful Gondola ride however not much of a guide & lots of traffic however memorable & special

12 days ago

Rebecca M.

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.

12 days ago

Audrey D.

We had so much fun despite the cold weather. Our gondolier was very friendly and informative.

12 days ago

Debra W.

It was fun! He gave good explanations and the gondolier was very good at sailing. A fun way to see Venice from a different angle.

13 days ago

Robert P.

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.

15 days ago

Lorraine B.

Excellent Simone was great highly recommend. Great location to board gondola.

15 days ago

Diana J.

Very pleasant and relaxing. Friendly gondolier but not very talkative.

16 days ago

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