Name: Venice: Gondola Cruise in the Grand Canal
Brand: GetYourGuide
SKU: 11343
Rating: 3.9318182 (352 reviews)

Indulge in the ultimate romantic experience in Venice, and journey along the waterways on a gondola ride. Sit back and dream your way along the Grand Canal, looking at the stunning architecture and soaking up the unique atmosphere of the beautiful city.

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: Check availability to see starting times.
Host or greeter: English, Italian
Small group: Limited to 6 participants

Highlights

Take a romantic gondola ride along the canals of Venice
Float down the Grand Canal, taking in the sights of the city
Explore the waterways of the Minor Canal, and experience the unique atmosphere of Venice from the water

Full description

This essential Venetian experience begins at the entrance to the Grand Canal. Embark from the stunning Church of Madonna della Salute and be taken along the canals of Venice by your friendly gondolier for 20-minutes. Relax and marvel at the Renaissance beauty of the city. You will be drifting slowly along in a special canal boat, famous for their use throughout Venice, and your every comfort will be attended to throughout your journey. A gondola ride along the canals of Venice represents the quintessence of fun and romance. Share this wonderful experience with the people closest to you, and discover what has brought people back to Venice time and again throughout the centuries.

Includes

Shared or private gondola ride depending on the option booked

Guided tour

Meeting point

Check in inside the shop with the sign "Meeting Point" in front of the church

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Important information

Know before you go

This is not a private ride; the gondola can hold up to 6 people
The gondolier is not a tour guide
The ride could last less than 30 minutes depending on how busy the canals are. The length of the gondola ride is up to the discretion of the gondolier

Customer reviews

Overall rating

3.9 /5

based on 352 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.3/5
Transportation
4.4/5
Service
3.9/5
Organization
3.9/5

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GetYourGuide traveler October 23, 2019 – Verified booking

Finding the meeting point was a bit confusing. I thought I was supposed to meet a gondolier. Eventually, I got to the right place on my own and missed the 'Get you guide' contact that was waiting for me at the meeting point with a sign bearing my name.

GetYourGuide traveler August 7, 2019 – Verified booking

The tour was described well. The meeting spot was easy to find. The cost was affordable for a family to take a gondola ride. Expect to get a ride and not a description of where you are or what you are seeing. The gondolier did not speak to us at all but overall this was a fun experience.

GetYourGuide traveler July 24, 2019 – Verified booking

Just a pleasurable ride in back canals and the Grand Canal. The booking stated ‘up to 6 passengers’ and my wife and I were joined by two other couples. It was a quiet ride but very scenic and, of course, unique to Venice. I enjoyed the ride but due to the cost, will not do it a second time.

Venice: Gondola Cruise in the Grand Canal

Venice: Gondola Cruise in the Grand Canal

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