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Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Grand Canal

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Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Grand Canal
3.9  / 52152 reviews
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Enjoy a private gondola ride down the legendary Grand Canal and other scenic canals. Share the sights of Venice with your friends, family, or partner and choose from a variety of tour options.

About this activity

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Duration 30 minutes
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Skip the ticket line
Host or greeter
English, Italian, French
Optional audio guide
English, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Private group

Experience

Itinerary

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    3 starting location options:

    Campiello Traghetto, Rio dell'Orso, Gondola Bauer

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    Ponte dell'Accademia

    Gondola ride

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    Grand Canal

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    Peggy Guggenheim Collection

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Gondola Bauer, Campiello Traghetto, Rio dell'Orso

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in the Teatro La Fenice and other Venice landmarks from the water
  • Float down the iconic Grand Canal aboard a traditional gondola
  • Admire the Basilica Santa Maria della Salute and Punta della Dogana
  • Learn about the sites you pass by with live commentary from your guide
  • Come across incredible hidden gems, only accessible by gondola

Full description

Board an authentic gondola and take a romantic journey along the Grand Canal 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.

Includes

  • Gondola ride
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Guide

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Select participants and date

Participants

Date

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • The price is per gondola, accommodating up to 5 people
  • Please be aware that this tour is subject to weather conditions and may not operate during bad weather, exceptionally high tides, or strong winds. In such cases, your ride can be rescheduled for the following day or refunded
  • Please note that this tour is self-guided
  • It's recommended to download the app commentary before boarding:
  • DEUTSCH https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kAJODkYVDjbfkQ1yO0f7uPZPjrIpRl2m/view?usp=sharing
  • FRANCOIS https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pQ6JhF_q0rxZCKcCBv0T-C8ZkWHR-7pc/view?usp=sharing
  • ESPAGNOL https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E4PpsT6PT7DqmDvtgnz-Sbt57SvTw-UJ/view?usp=sharing
  • ENGLISH https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O3NY2T4nx211zCCa0L35J9CbckS8XvtW/view?usp=sharing
  • ITALIANO https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gkLo6Gv8KKfa7TXfTLA5UZv9h1RRy-qc/view?usp=sharing
  • The audio guide is available on the first page of the brochure. Scan the QR code and enjoy the tour
  • Download the audio guide here: https://easyguideven

Customer reviews

Overall rating

3.9 /5

based on 2152 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4/5
  • Transportation
    4/5
  • Value for money
    3.3/5

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Ashley September 7, 2024  – Verified booking
Little bit of a wait but only 10 mins. Was 30 mins and most enjoyable. Can’t fault it and we loved it. They also took photos for us on my phone.
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Richard A – PhilippinesSeptember 23, 2024  – Verified booking
the activity was as expected. the boatman spoke a little about the sights and kept quiet most of the time which is my preference.
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Rick – ItalySeptember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
We loved the activity! Our gondolier was great, friendly and very helpful.
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Product ID: 283807

Activity provider:VENICE TOURS

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