Venice: Grand Canal Private Boat Trip

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Venice: Grand Canal Private Boat Trip
4.2137403 out of 5 stars
4.2
4.2137403 out of 5 stars
131 reviews

Sit back as you pass dreamy palaces and sail under romantic bridges. See the stunning Rialto Bridge, Ca d’Oro, Accademia, the Grand Canal and Giudecca canal.

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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Wendy –

Gianni our guide was warm and friendly. His commentary was entertaining and informative. Would reccomend this trip to others.

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Liz –

Excellent value for money. The guide was fantastic and you get to see so much of Venice whilst learning about its history. Try and get a seat at the back of the boat as you can stand and take great photos - especially lovely on a sunny day.

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Highlights

  • Sail along the Grand Canal on a private small group boat tour
  • Admire the many different styles of architecture
  • Cruise down the small canals of Venice and enjoy the façades of the houses
  • Learn about the history of “La Serenissima”
  • See iconic sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Accademia

Full description

Sail up the Grand Canal on a guided boat tour, and cruise along some of the Giudecca canal. The Grand Canal is, without doubt, the most spectacular 'High Street' in the world. It's lined with beautiful palaces constructed over hundreds of years.
 As you sail, you can easily imagine what it was like when it was lined with gardens, warehouses, stonemasons, and squeri, where gondolas were built. Discover why there are so many different styles of architecture and why so many of the buildings are of Moorish or Eastern style. 
Experience first-hand why poets and writers, such as Shelly, Byron, and Browning, loved Venice so much. Then, nip down some of the city's more secluded waterways, unreachable by foot. Cruise under picturesque bridges, and explore a quieter side of Venice, where the façades of the city can only be seen from the canals

Includes

  • Guided Tour of The Grand Canal and Giudecca
  • Live tour commentary provided by a highly qualified local guide
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food and drink

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet your guide in Saint Mark's square in front of the lagoon, between the 2 large columns of San Marco and San Teodoro. The meeting point is in front of the caffè - gelateria "Al Todaro". Your guide will have a sign with your name on it.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card for children

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Oversize luggage
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Remember to bring your camera
  • This tour is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with walking difficulties as passengers are required to step down onto the boat when boarding
  • The variation of the level of tides can make the vessel unstable
  • This tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
  • Maximum group size of 9 people on each boat plus guide

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 131 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4/5
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Wendy – October 7, 2019 – Verified booking
Gianni our guide was warm and friendly. His commentary was entertaining and informative. Would reccomend this trip to others.
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Liz – October 11, 2019 – Verified booking
Excellent value for money. The guide was fantastic and you get to see so much of Venice whilst learning about its history. Try and get a seat at the back of the boat as you can stand and take great photos - especially lovely on a sunny day.
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Jackie – October 22, 2019 – Verified booking
This boat ride was really interesting. We took it on our first day in Venice. I originally planned it for our last Ana I’m so glad I changed it. It gave us a nice sense of the city and good ideas for how to spend the rest of our time.

Product ID: 12356

Activity provider:Venice Events srl

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