Enjoy a private gondola ride down the legendary Canal Grande. Share the sights of Venice with your friends or that special someone.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 30 - 45 minutes: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Host or greeter: English, Italian
Private group

Highlights

Float down the Canal Grande on a private gondola ride
Discover hidden gems only accessible by gondola
Admire the palaces of Venice

Full description

Board an authentic gondola and take a romantic journey along the Canal Grande in Venice. See the historic sights along the shoreline as you glide down the canal.

Set off from the departure point and admire marvelous palaces, such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute. Explore the secret waterways of Venice and soak up the city's atmosphere with your friends or your beloved. Travel by gondola close to St. Mark's Square, Fenice Opera House, Punta della Dogana and many other charming palaces. Pass under a small bridge as you discover the hidden spots reachable only by gondola. Enjoy commentary on your mobile app as you discover the stories and secrets of the city.

Includes

30-minute or 45-minute private gondola ride

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

Meet at the gondola station in front of Hotel Bauer, just a 2-minute walk from St. Mark's Square.

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Important information

Not allowed

Pets

Know before you go

The price is per gondola, not per person. 5 people can ride in 1 gondola.
Please note, this tour does not operate during bad weather, exceptionally high tides or strong wind. In these instances your ride can be postponed to the next day or refunded).

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 335 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.4/5
Transportation
4.5/5
Value for money
3.6/5

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The head of the gondoliers is very professional on the placement, the appointment of the gondoliers, etc... And we came across a gondolier who neither ever talks nor talks too much. he even offered himself to take a picture of my wife and my son on the gondola. very very good.....

June 22, 2022

It was great to know we had a place reserved as Venice is very busy and the queues for gondolas were long. The trip was wonderful and everything we hoped it would be. The gondola was very comfortable and the staff were great. We will certainly use again if we ever return to Venice

June 21, 2022

Very kind gondolier, very nice the 'manager' of the voucher acceptance. Having booked online I thought I would save some money and not spend 40 euros more. I hope that at least part of these 40 euros will remain with the gondolier and the 'manager' because they are truly extremely available

March 28, 2022

Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Canal Grande

Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Canal Grande

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