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
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)
• Not suitable for wheelchair users
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

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

Itinerary

Meeting point

Campiello Traghetto, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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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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
4 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.
8 days ago
Janice T.
it was a perfect way to end our trip isn Venice
8 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.
8 days ago
Jessica F.
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!
9 days ago
Gaykeeaz
It felt like we were just in a very all area next thing we know we were back after the grand canal. He mentioned 2 places the opera and a church, that's all. I READ previou reviews how great it was, so we booked the same one, but disappointed. We didn't like the attitude of the gondola guide, we can't touch this and that, just relax that's all he said. I was expecting to hear English explanation history of gondolas etc. So we just sat there disappointed because he was not nice. The 5 places mentioned we Will see, wasn't mentioned so We felt ripped off for the price we paid. We could have don't the 2 euro each ride.
10 days ago
Audrey D.
We had so much fun despite the cold weather. Our gondolier was very friendly and informative.
14 days ago
Kathy H.
We were early and they happily accommodated us. Everyone was very helpful and kind. Nice trip!
16 days ago
Gregory D.
Must do but super touristy. !!!
16 days ago
Mary H.
It was an amazing tour with many interisting information about Venice given by the gondoliere. Thanks so much.
17 days ago
Route details changed.
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Starting point of the tour
Campiello Traghetto, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy