Overview
Float through Venice by private gondola boat on a 1-hour tour, and learn all about the history of the quintessential Venetian gondolas, too! As a gondolier navigates the boat along the famous Grand Canal, relax and listen to fun facts and trivia about the boats and the city from a local guide.
Pass along pretty Rio della Madonnetta, and then ogle top Venice attractions such as Rialto Bridge and the glamorous Gothic Ca’ d’Oro mansion on the Grand Canal. The traditional gondola is small but seats up to five people comfortably in addition to the onboard guide and gondolier.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private guide in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
Private 1 hour gondola ride
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drink
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meeting point: 15 min before the departure time at the gondola station of Santa Maria del Giglio in front of the Gritti Palace Hotel.
Please look for your guide with a sign with your name on it!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meet us 15 min before the departure time at Campiello Del Traghetto, 2467 - Santa Maria Del Giglio Gondola station, Venice, next to the Hotel Gritti Palace.
Emergency Number:
Office: 0039 041 5239979 Mobile: 0039 349 3054767
• This activity is not wheelchair accessible
• There is a limit of 4 people per gondola + the guide
• if you are no show there is NO refund
• if you are late, the duration of the gondola ride will be less than 60 minutes
It is your responsibility to be at the meeting point punctually.
Late arrivals, no shows, NO REFUND!
What to expect
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Gondola - Traghetto Santa Maria del Giglio
Meeting point for the tour and drop off
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Canal Grande
1 hour
A truly unique and magical one hour gondola guided tour of Venice’s waterways, you will be guaranteed the best and most breathtaking views of the city of Venice from the water. We glide along the Grand Canal passing Ca Dario, the Peggy Guggenheim museum, the Accademia bridge, the real home of Casanova, Palazzo Grassi, Ca Rezzonico, Ca Bembo, Ca Pesaro, close to the Rialto bridge, Campo Manin, and Mozart’s house.
Once you have met up with our expert guide you will be steered in style by your own personal gondolier along the incomparable Grand Canal.
Passing through centuries of history and stunning Palazzi, each with their own story to tell, you will glide effortlessly along one of the most, beautiful and elegant ‘high streets’ in the world. All you need to do is sit back, relax taking in the surroundings while our informative guide entertains you with stories and anecdotes of the city, explaining the history behind La Serenissima and her array of stunning palaces.
Turning into one of Venice’s scenic side canals, you will not only be able to enjoy the splendour of the Canal Grande but also the quaint charm of the smaller, more residential areas too - ‘real Venice’.
These are just a few highlights of this outstanding exploration of Venice. Our informative guide will tell you all about the gondola, its unique structure and traditions of the Venetian gondoliers – unique to Venice.
Why not indulge in this exceptional tour? Appreciate Venice from the best and most original angle.
An excellent way to combine an informative and stimulating guided commentary with an essential gondola ride, this tour is not to be missed! -
Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
1 hour
Basilca di Santa Maria della Salute is part of the itinerary
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Ponte di Rialto
1 hour
The Rialto bridge is part of the itinerary (but ask to the gondolier first)
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection
1 hour
Peggy Guggenheim is part of the itinerary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Private Guided Tour: Venice Gondola Ride Including the Grand Canal
Can I cancel Private Guided Tour: Venice Gondola Ride Including the Grand Canal for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour.
Where does it start?
Meeting point: 15 min before the departure time at the gondola station of Santa Maria del Giglio in front of the Gritti Palace Hotel.
What's included?
- Private guide in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
- Private 1 hour gondola ride
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gondola - Traghetto Santa Maria del Giglio, Canal Grande, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Ponte di Rialto, Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Operated by Venice Events srl
