This tour will take you right to the heart of Venice and experience the famous water city from two unique perpectives: by land and canal. Visit the city's main attractions on foot before taking a traditional gondola ride through the bustling city.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 hours - 138 minutes
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
- Audio guide/headphones
- English, French, Spanish, German, Italian
Experience
Highlights
- Discover Venice by land and canal
- Learn the fascinating history of Venice
- See parts of the city that the tourists miss
Full description
Enjoy a tour of Venice that gives you the luxury of seeing it from two different perspectives. First, a walking tour which will take you to visit some of the most beautiful and hidden locations surrounding St Mark's Square. Second, a gondola ride which will have you marvelling at the reflections and majestic facades dotting the channels. A unique way to discover Venice away from the crowded alleys.
Your walking portion of the tour of Venice will take you to discover some of its more famous sites as well as hidden gems. The first highlight is St. Mark’s square and the majestic St. Mark’s Basilica, the elegant Doge’s Palace, the Clock Tower and the Procuratie (only external). From St. Mark’s square you will head to Campo Santa Maria Formosa, where you will admire the SS. Giovanni e Paolo church with the famous Pantheon. Follow the Scuola Grande di San Marco also known as “Great School of Charity” (the Captains of Fortune). Last but not least, head back to St. Mark’s and admire the Malibran Theatre, step through the famous Mercerie, once the pulsing heart of commercial life.
On the second part of your tour you will have the opportunity to experience a gondola tour through the canals of the city. An enchanting and relaxing way to enjoy the colors, lights, sights, charm and beauty of Venice. Get the chance to admire elegant bank-side palaces, unique bridges and experience the charming and magic atmosphere that only a city like Venice can give you.
Includes
- Experienced tour guide
- Personal headsets to hear the guide
- 25/30 minute ride on the Gondola
- Boarding assistance on the Gondola
- Entrance to the main historical sites
- Commentary during the gondola ride
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
Know before you go
- This is a shared gondola (up to 6 passengers per gondola)
- Infants up to 1 year of age can ride for free only if seated on a parent's lap
- No refund is available for no-shows or late arrivals. The tour also operates in the rain, although in the case of exceptionally high tides or heavy rains the tour might be cancelled by the organizer, with a full refund provided
- Please note that it is possible that someone would be not seated in the desired place next to their partner, due to organizational and weight distribution
- Please note that 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.
- Please note the walking tour does not include any entrance ticket and will take place only outdoor
