Venice: Classic Gondola Ride

Glide through Venice’s enchanting canals on a shared 30-minute gondola ride, complete with an audio guide and pre-tour introduction. Discover hidden gems and historic palaces along the iconic Grand Canal.


  • Handpicked ticket 
  • Mobile ticket 
  • Duration: 50 min.
  • Free cancellation

What's included

  • 30-minute shared gondola ride (maximum 5 passengers)
  • 20-minute introduction to the gondola experience before the ride
  • Multilingual assistance at the embarkation point
  • Gondola ride audio commentary via app (in 9 languages)
  • Access to the Gondola Gallery exhibition

What's not included

  • Guide
  • Gratuities (optional)

Important information

  • Important: Late arrivals cannot be accommodated, so please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
  • Gondola ride is shared with up to 4 other guests
  • The experience may be altered or canceled due to wind or adverse weather
  • Commentary is provided via a mobile app (smartphone/tablet required)
  • Tickets are priced per person; not per boat/couple.
  • Gondola departure and arrival points are the same

Description:

Enjoy a classic Venetian experience with this ticket for a classic gondola ride through the city’s narrow canals and majestic Grand Canal. 

Your journey begins with a 20-minute introduction revealing the gondola’s rich cultural role, followed by a peaceful 30-minute shared Gondola ride past historic palaces and charming bridges.

With audio commentary in multiple languages, you'll gain fascinating insights into Venice's landmarks. Finish your experience at the Gondola Gallery, where you’ll explore traditional craftsmanship and take a virtual journey through centuries of gondola history.

Highlights:

  • Enjoy a serene 30-minute gondola ride through the canals of Venice
  • Start with a 20-minute introduction about gondola traditions and history
  • Admire iconic sights like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Salute Church
  • Benefit from the audio commentary in 9 languages via mobile app
  • Gain access to the Gondola Gallery with 3D exhibits and historic tools

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit

Meeting point & Instructions

The meeting point is: Venice Tours Assistance Point – Calle Larga Ascensione 1257, St. Mark’s Square, Venice

Look for a staff member holding a “Gondola Tour” sign and wearing a “Venice City Tour” logo t-shirt. Arrive 10 minutes before your time slot.

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Reviews & Rating

4.2/ 5 (1100+ reviews)

"Really lovely experience plus audio. Was really scared and nervous and audio as I'm impaired hearing. But loud and clear. Gondolers balanced weight. Glad I faced my fears .a whole different experience seeing Venice from the water. Highly recommend."Anne, Nov. 2024 >> See more reviews...

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