Enjoy a boat tour on the Grand Canal of Venice, where you will see the bustling Venetian waterfront and iconic historical landmarks like the luxurious Hotel Gritti, Ca' Pisani Moretta, and the ancient Rialto Bridge.

About this activity

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Duration 1 hour: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: Spanish, English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Rachel – United Kingdom

Great time on the boat, guide was lovely and knowledgeable. Good way to see the city.

Barbara – United Kingdom

It was a really lovely way to see the grand canal.

Highlights

Cruise along the Grand Canal of Venice in a motorboat
Admire the new, modern glass bridge, Della Costituzione, built near Calatrava
See Venetian patrician homes, traditional palazzos, and famous churches
Pass through the bustling Venetian waterfront

Full description

Hop into a motorboat and cruise down the Grand Canal of Venice. See dozens of palazzos, mansions, churches, and iconic bridges that span the waterways. Marvel at the ancient Rialto, the oldest and most famous bridge, and then admire the modern Della Constituzione, a glass bridge constructed near Calatrava.

Pass central Venetian patrician houses, home to art collections, museums, and university seats. See major city and state institutions like Ca' Grande and Ca' Balbi, and the luxurious hotel Gritti.
Catch a glimpse of the bustling casino at Ca' Vendramin Caliergi, and the soirees' palace Ca' Pisani Moretta, before passing through international communities like Fondaco dei Tedeschi. You will also get to see the grand religious edifice of La Madonna Della Salute.

Includes

Hostess
Motorboat
Cruise

Food
Drinks
Gratuities

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

This tour does not run on Vogalonga (date is not fixed, but usually in May), on Christmas (Dec. 25 and 26), or on New Year's Day.

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Venice: Grand Canal Boat Tour