Italy · Boating

Charming Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal with App Commentary™

1 Hour Round trip from Venezia Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Ride a shared gondola along the Grand Canal and smaller Venetian waterways
02 See landmarks including La Fenice, Santa Maria della Salute and Punta della Dogana
03 Enjoy a 20-minute introduction to the history of gondolas and gondoliers
04 Listen to on-board commentary via app in multiple languages
05 Admire views near the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and Mozart’s House
06 Access a digital map showing Venice from past centuries
07 Visit the Gondola Gallery to learn how gondolas are made
08 Experience a virtual reality gondola journey through Venice’s history

Glide through the canals of Venice on a classic shared gondola ride and take in some of the city’s most iconic sights from the water. Begin with a short introduction to the history of gondolas and gondoliers, then board for a scenic journey along the Grand Canal and smaller waterways.

Along the way, admire landmarks such as Mozart’s House, La Fenice, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Punta della Dogana, and Santa Maria della Salute. On-board app commentary adds extra context as you enjoy the atmosphere and unforgettable views of Venice.

Your experience also includes access to a digital map showing Venice through the centuries, plus the Gondola Gallery and a virtual reality journey that brings the story of this iconic boat to life.

Glide through the canals of Venice on a classic shared gondola ride and take in some of the city’s most iconic sights from the water.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Venice

Languages English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Grand Canal

The gondola ride will pass on the most important part of the Grand Canal and its minor waterways. You will admire Mozart's house, the water entrance of "La Fenice" theatre, Salute Church, Punta della Dogana, Peggy Guggenheim Collection and much more.

Salute Church

An iconic Baroque church built at the entrance of the Grand Canal, offering one of the most breathtaking views in Venice.

La Fenice Theatre

One of the most famous opera houses in the world, admired for its elegant architecture and rich musical heritage.

Punta della Dogana

A unique triangular landmark where the Grand Canal meets the Giudecca Canal, known for its stunning views and contemporary art space.

Peggy Guggenheim Museum

A renowned modern art museum located in a historic palace along the Grand Canal, home to masterpieces of 20th-century art.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Venezia 1 city · 1 Hour

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

20-minute introduction to the gondola experience
30-minute shared gondola ride
Live guide explaining the itinerary and history of gondolas and gondoliers before boarding the gondola in English, French, Spanish and Italian
Commentary via app on board the gondola in: Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian.
Access to the mobile app with a QR Code to see Venice in the past.
Journey in the past by gondola Virtual Reality Experience
Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Know before you go

Meeting Point Calle San Gallo, Gondola Ride Experience™ Venezia, 30124, IT
The 50-min experience is composed of a 20-minute of introduction to the gondola experience followed by a 30-min gondola ride (the intro is not included in the private option)
The gondolier provides rowing/navigation services
The gondola ride is NOT private but is shared with other participants.
The price is per person.
The price per child under the age of 2 is FREE if the child does not occupy its own seat in the gondola
This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or persons with reduced mobility
Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people; the seat on board cannot be chosen, but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on the guests' weight.
Shared tours may be bilingual
Live commentary is available in English, French, Spanish and Italian before boarding the gondola.
Gondola Ride Commentary in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian will be provided by a mobile application to be downloaded on personal devices before boarding (smartphones, tablets)
A smartphone or tablet is required to use the commentary on the mobile app
The itinerary may change in case of wind or bad weather.
Pets are not allowed on board the gondola
Large bags are not allowed
Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to staff at the meeting point)
No penalty for cancellation within 24 hrs before the tour. On line customer service 7 days a week, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather, high/low tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded).
Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.