Venice Gondola Ride

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Duration: 45 minutes
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Experience Highlights

Glide along the largest canal in the city of Venice on a gondola ride of about 20 to 30 minutes. With a gondolier at the helm, let yourself be carried along the Grand Canal.

From a traditional Venetian gondola, sail under centuries-old bridges and look out over the famous canal with incredible views of the palaces, La Fenice Theatre, the Church of Santa Maria Della Salute and much more.

  • Discover the soul of Venice on a shared gondola ride along the Grand Canal.
  • With on-board commentary, learn all about the palaces, churches and magnificent Renaissance and Baroque architecture.
  • When booking you can also choose the 30-minute private gondola ride option without commentary.

What’s included

  • Shared or private gondola ride of about 20-30 minutes (depending on the option chosen).

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Step by Step

Travel along the Grand Canal of Venice aboard a gondola. You’ll have commentary on board to learn the city’s hidden gems in detail.

During the 20-minute ride you’ll be able to enjoy the best views of some of the most striking buildings in the whole city.

On board one of these Venetian gondolas, you'll cruise along the Grand Canal of Venice while gazing out over the water at places such as the following, among others:

  • Ca Giustinian Gothic Palace, also known as Palazzo Giustinian.
  • Punta Della Dogana, where you’ll be able to take in the busy traffic of all kinds of boats.
  • St. Mark's Square, from a unique view of this square located in the heart of the city.
  • The canals around the Fenice Theatre, one of the most prestigious theatres in the world.
  • Church of Santa Maria della Salute, built in memory of the end of the plague.
  • Island of San Giorgio Maggiore, with its Renaissance basilica.

If you prefer to have a more exclusive experience, you can also select the option of a 30-minute private gondola ride without commentary when making your reservation.

Reviews

4.6
· 1154 Reviews
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    A.
    5
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    Very pleasant.
  • F
    F.
    4
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    I found the walk very pleasant, although it was a bit short. Despite this, I enjoyed it very much and I found it a very complete experience to get to know Venice a little better.
  • J
    J.
    5
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    A beautiful walk.
  • M
    M.
    5
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    A great experience in Venice, the whole ride was very beautiful and the atmosphere in the gondola was super nice. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Venice.
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