Overview
Experience the irresistible charm of Venice, the “Floating City”, directly from the water. Enjoy a private gondola ride down the Grand Canal.
Glide past iconic landmarks and turn into romantic side canals as your gondolier rows your traditional gondola through Venice beating heart.
After your gondola ride, you can wander through the maze of alleys and get to know Venice hidden gems using our fingertip digital map. Use your mobile phone to find out more than 200 points of interest.
• Romantic gondola ride gliding along the Grand Canal and the inner canals
• A private ride for a more intimate experience with family or friends
• Convenient departure near Saint Mark’s Square on the Grand Canal
• Skip-the-line gondola ride thanks to the advance booking
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private gondola ride 30 minutes
Hotel pick-up
Commentary
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The Gondola landing stage is located in "Campo San Moise", in front of the Hotel Bauer.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• This tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather, high/low tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after)
What to expect
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Canal Grande
30 min
When romanticism and love are running through your veins and you cannot wait to see your sweetheart blinded by passion, here is your chance to show your fiancée that you really care. A marvelous and enchanting gondola ride through the Grand Canal and the minor canals, will let you discover the city from a different point of view. You will breath the atmosphere of the most ancient city in the world built on water.
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Teatro La Fenice
30 min
The restaurant Ai Choristi is just in front of the Fenice Theatre,
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Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
30 min
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 -
Palazzo Gritti Badoer
30 min
The Gritti Palace takes its name from the Gritti family, an old Venetian family, the most important member being Andrea Gritti, who was Doge of Venice in the Renaissance, and led the Venetian armies against the League of Cambrai, composed by France, Spain, Holy Roman who attempted to stop Venice’s expansionist goals in France.
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection
30 min
Peggy Guggenheim Collection, one of the most important art collections in the world. Peggy Guggenheim, originally from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and began to satisfy art addiction buying this wonderful building where she displayed invaluable artworks to the world. The beautiful terrace you see is where Guggenheim sun-bathed regularly looking onto the Grand Canal.
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
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about Venice: Romantic Private Gondola Ride on Grand Canal
Can I cancel Venice: Romantic Private Gondola Ride on 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 30 min.
Where does it start?
The Gondola landing stage is located in "Campo San Moise", in front of the Hotel Bauer.
What's included?
- Private gondola ride 30 minutes
What's not included?
- Hotel pick-up
- Commentary
Which places does it visit?
It visits Canal Grande, Teatro La Fenice, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, Palazzo Gritti Badoer, Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
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