Sightseeing Cruises

Venice Classic Gondola Ride

View of the Santa Maria della Salute Basilica from the gondola ride

Gondola ride on Venice's Grand Canal approaching the Bridge of Sighs.

Gondola ride on Venice canal during Carnival with colorful masks and costumes.

Gondola gliding through Venice's Grand Canal with serenading gondolier.

Enjoy the opulence of the floating city with a delightful gondola ride. Cruise down the majestic canals that are iconic to Venice!

Highlights

Set off on a 30-minute journey exploring Venice's waterways aboard a traditional gondola.
Solo travelers benefit from cost-effective options, and history enthusiasts will love the route under the Bridge of Sighs.
Travelling with a group? Choose the guaranteed seating options alongside your travel companions.
Upgrade for bilingual commentary or a digital app in 7 languages, revealing facts behind the Venetian landmarks you'll pass.
Marvel at Santa Maria della Salute's domes, the Peggy Guggenheim House Museum's waterfront entrance, and more during your gondola ride.

Inclusions

20 or 30-min shared gondola ride in Venice
Gondola and seat assigned by the gondolier
Special route under the Bridge of Sighs (if selected)
Seating guaranteed in the same gondola (if selected)
Live commentary in English and Italian (if selected)
Digital app audio commentary in Spanish, German, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, French & Hindi (if selected)

Exclusions

Headphones (ensure you bring your own)

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Radulescu

5/5

Feb, 2025

We loved the admo I loved the atmosphere we were surrounded by, the information was clear and precise and the tour was well organized. The view was amazing!

Brian

3/5

Feb, 2025

I loved being in Venice and being able to be on a gondala ride. My wife and son enjoy the experience of being here and being a part of a cool experience.

Hülya

5/5

Feb, 2025

Absolutely recommendable, short introduction with VR glasses, then you are accompanied to the start, the gondolier explains something about the bridges and the city during the ride and you get a wonderful impression.

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Wendy

4/5

Jan, 2025

All went smoothly. A Gondola ride is a must in Venice. The VR experience was a wonderful surprise at the end of the tour

Nageswara

5/5

Jan, 2025

The narration of Venice history by our guide Elizabeth is the highlight of this trip. Learnt a lot and could put things in perspective. People like Elizabeth are an asset to your organization.

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Your experience

The city built on water, Venice, is one you'd want to experience on the water! The Grand Canal (Canale Grande) is the bustling main street of this water city and is crowded with water taxis, gondolas, and public ferries. This tour is perfect for those who are looking for a typical Venetian experience as well as an immersive history lesson on the floating city! With tours like these, we guarantee you a picture-perfect visit to Venice.

Enjoy the Grandeur of Venice on a Peaceful Gondola Ride

On this delightful Gondola ride, you will get the chance to marvel at the great views of Venice's top attractions from a unique vantage point. You will cruise past the Salute Church and Punta Della Dogana. You will also enjoy unique breathtaking views of the Doges Palace and of St. Mark's Bell Tower, perfect for a photo-op!

Immerse Yourself in Venice's Vibrant History

An optional audio guide will immerse you in the fascinating history of gondolas and gondoliers! Onboard you will listen to all about the palaces, churches, and attractions around yo. You will learn also tales known only by Venetians!

Know before you go

What to bring

Please wear comfortable shoes.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.

Additional information

Please note that this is a shared tour with other guests not belonging to the same party and is not a private gondola ride. Each gondola can host a maximum of 5 people.
The seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on the guest’s weight.
The ride will only be canceled in case of extreme weather conditions or a gondolier strike.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
- Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.
- If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.