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Experience a gondola ride along the most beautiful part of the Grand Canal in Venice and its hidden waterways. Listen to in-app commentary as you admire the views and visit the Gondola Gallery.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 30 minutes - 1 hour: Check availability to see starting times
Skip the ticket line
Host or greeter: Spanish, French, English
Optional audio guide: Chinese, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Paula – United Kingdom

We found the activity excellent value for money. Our guide Elizabeth was very informative about Venice and guided us through the streets until we arrived at the Gondola stop. The shared Gondola ride was enjoyable and we enjoyed sharing it with Cleo & Casper

Mark – Canada

They were great at trying to accommodate us in the last minute and it meant that we had a great day. The tour through the canals was fun.

Itinerary

10 starting location options:
Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours, Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Srl, Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours S.r.l., Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Rio dell'Orso
Teatro La Fenice
Grand Canal
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Santa Maria della Salute
Punta della Dogana
11 drop-off locations:
Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours, Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours S.r.l., Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Rio dell'Orso, St. Mark's Square, Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Venice Tours Srl

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Enjoy a shared gondola experience on a gondola
Listen to the in-app commentary of your itinerary
Discover secret canals reachable only by gondola and of the Grand Canal
Introductory walk: learn about gondolas, gondoliers, and Venice’s water heritage
Gondola Gallery: see how a gondola is made and take a 3D trip through centuries

Full description

Feel the essence of Venice as you explore hidden and picturesque waterways near the Grand Canal with a gondola ride. Listen to in-app commentary to learn more about the city as you admire the sights.

Start your activity by meeting the host, who will explain some curiosities about the history of gondolas and gondoliers. Get free access to an app with commentary of your itinerary on the gondola.

As you enjoy the beauties of the Grand Canal, admire the marvelous Palaces such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Palace, the Gritti Palace, the Salute Church, the Punta della Dogana.

Discover the worldwide-famous La Fenice Theatre and the Mozart House along the romantic and hidden waterways. At the end of your ride, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Saint Mark’s Basin with San Giorgio Island.

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

Includes

Gondola ride, 30-minute experience
15-minute walk introduction to the gondola experience (not included in Gondola private option)
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

Live commentary by the gondolier
Headphones

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

The gondola may be shared with other guests depending on the option selected (maximum 5 people per gondola)
The tour might not operate or the itinerary may change in cases of wind or bad weather
The 45-minute experience is composed of a 15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola followed by a 30-minute gondola ride (the introduction is not included if the private option is selected)
For the Bridge of Sighs Shared Gondola Ride option, the introductory walking tour to the gondola is only available in English
You may have to wait when boarding the gondola

Venice: Grand Canal Gondola Ride with App Commentary