Charming Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal & Gondola Gallery | 45 minutes

704 Reviews | Venice
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English - Grand Canal Ride
2 Adults x $40.42
$80.84
Approx Total
$80.84
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
French - Grand Canal Ride
2 Adults x $40.42
$80.84
Approx Total
$80.84
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Discount Grand Canal Ride
2 Adults x $35.70
$71.40
Approx Total
$71.40
Random Ticket English Option: The guide will ASSIGN you the seat. Only 1 seat is available.
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Hindi, German, Russian, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Multilingual staff at the embarkation point
  • A 15-minute introduction to the gondola experience
  • Shared 30 minute gondola ride
  • In-app commentary
  • History Gallery - the secrets of a sectioned gondola -not included in the serenade option
  • VR Experience - Journey in the past - not included in the serenade option
  • Hotel pick up
  • Earphones
  • Audio-devices

Overview

Experience the enchanting essence of Venice as you glide along its romantic waterways with a skilled gondolier. Enjoy complimentary access to an app featuring insightful commentary about your gondola journey. As you soak in stunning views of the Grand Canal, admire landmarks like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the historic Gritti Palace, along with famous sites such as La Fenice Theatre, Punta della Dogana, and the Mozart House. At the end of your ride, take in a breathtaking panorama of Saint Markā€™s Basin and picturesque San Giorgio Island. For an immersive experience, enjoy a unique virtual reality segment that allows you to glide over tranquil waters at sunset, witnessing Veniceā€™s beauty through the ages. Sail through the Grand Canal and serene inner waterways aboard a traditional gondola, bypassing long lines to step directly onto your boat. Discover the magic of Venice with app commentary in your choice of nine languages, enhancing your exploration of this timeless city.

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Itinerary

  • Canal Grande (Pass By)

    ā€œThe most beautiful road in the worldā€, this is how the Canal Grande is known as. If you look around, what you will see is almost the same view that a 18th-century nobleman would have seen, and before him a Renaissance courtesan, and even before that, a merchant who lived in the Middle Ages.

  • Peggy Guggenheim Collection (Pass By)

    Peggy Guggenheim Collection is one of the most important art collections in the world. Peggy Guggenheim, from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and began to satisfy her art addiction by buying this wonderful building where she put on display invaluable artworks for the whole world to see. The beautiful terrace you see is where Guggenheim sun-bathed regularly enjoying the view over the Canal Grande

  • Palazzo Gritti Badoer (Pass By)

    The Gritti Palace got its name from the Gritti family, an old Venetian family, the most important member of which was Andrea Gritti,, the Doge of Venice in the Renaissance. Andrea Gritti led the Venetian armies against the League of Cambrai, consisting in France, Spain and the Holy Roman Empire, which wanted to stop Veniceā€™s expansionist ambitions in France.

  • Teatro La Fenice (Pass By)

    Once one of 7 major theatres in the city, today the Fenice is Veniceā€™s one and only opera house. It is surely a jewel among European theatres, and began to shine from the beginning, as the best composers of the age wrote and performed their operas here, among which Bellini, Donizetti and Rossini. But it was Giuseppe Verdi who is most attached to the Fenice and to Venetian memory.

  • Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute (Pass By)

    Here, as you come into the Grand Canal you are opened to the church of the Madonna della Salute. The first thing that strikes a viewer is how imposing the church is, strategically placed at the entrance of the Grand Canal looking out onto the rest of the city in every direction, thanks to its circular shape. Today, ever 21 November the city celebrates the Madonna della Salute in memory of the end of the plague

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    We are a unique gallery where you can see and touch a real Venetian Gondola, the only place in Venice where you can have this experience. Discover how a Gondola is made, exploring every detail of this city icon. Get a 3D and VR Experiences: A Dive into the Past on board of the Gondola Immerse yourself in a unique experience thanks to our 3D and VR technology. We invite you to experience Venice as it once was, virtually strolling through its historic alleys, observing its monuments in their original glory, and feeling the authentic atmosphere of past eras. This experience will allow you to step into a book, to become part of the history you are reading.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately the tour is not totally accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities.
  • Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggested
  • It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time
  • The itinerary could change in case of wind or bad weather
  • On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a ā‚¬5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • The customers health is the most important matter for us, the tour operates in according to the Covid-19 National directives in order to guarantee the experiences in a safe environment.
  • All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.

Free Cancellation

November 13100% refund
November 14No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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704 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
    64
  • 2 stars
    45
  • 1 star
    72

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Showing 1-5 of 438 reviews with 5 stars

Nice experience!

Published on Jan, 2025

Very nice guide, delivered many interesting information and stories about Venice in a charismatic way! Trip was nicely divided for parts: walking sightseeing part, gondola part and VR historian quick interesting movie about the history of Venice.

The Gondar ride was the highlight of our trip to Venice!

Published on Jan, 2025

Some lovely introduction from guide on some of the history but the best part was the Gondola ride. It was truly magical and we had a wonderful gondolier and I wish I could remember his name but he gave us some high points along the way but also let us enjoy the beauty. We did one of the later rides at 4:40 and got to enjoy both daylight and sunset. One of our fav moments in Venice.

Amazing experience

Published on Jan, 2025

What an amazing tour, very envolving with the history of the city. Valerio was an amazing tour guide (he even spoke japanese). The vr experience in the end was great also, an amazing surprise.

Walking tour with gondola ride and virtual reality experience.

Published on Jan, 2025

We loved our walking tour and gondola ride in Venice! Atena was a wonderfull guide. She was knowledgeable, and at our request, gave us plenty of local tips for our stay in Venice. The virtual reality aspect at the conclusion of the tour was insightful and our whole family loved it (children 9 and 11 years old). Highly recommend this tour and Atena as a guide!

Venice tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Valerio is an exceptional guide who made our tour of Venice truly unforgettable. Friendly and approachable, he welcomed us with warmth and enthusiasm, immediately putting us at ease. His deep knowledge of the cityā€™s history, culture, and hidden gems was matched by his ability to personalize the experience to our interests. Valerio was incredibly accommodating, ensuring that everyone in the group felt included and comfortable. He went above and beyond to answer our questions and share insider tips, making our visit to Venice both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a memorable and engaging tour experience!

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