Crafted Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal & Gondola Gallery
Overview
Available languages
45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the enchanting essence of Venice as you glide along its romantic waterways with a skilled gondolier. Enjoy complimentary access to an app featuring insightful commentary about your gondola journey. As you soak in stunning views of the Grand Canal, admire landmarks like the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the historic Gritti Palace, along with famous sites such as La Fenice Theatre, Punta della Dogana, and the Mozart House.
At the end of your ride, take in a breathtaking panorama of Saint Mark’s Basin and picturesque San Giorgio Island.
For an immersive experience, enjoy a unique virtual reality segment that allows you to glide over tranquil waters at sunset, witnessing Venice’s beauty through the ages.
Sail through the Grand Canal and serene inner waterways aboard a traditional gondola, bypassing long lines to step directly onto your boat. Discover the magic of Venice with app commentary in your choice of nine languages, enhancing your exploration of this timeless city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Unfortunately the tour is not totally accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities.
Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggested
It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time
The itinerary could change in case of wind or bad weather
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Venice Gallery Priority Admission
a 15-minute introduction to the gondola experience
Multilingual staff at the embarkation point
Shared 30 minute gondola ride
VR Experience - Journey in the past
In-app commentary
Hotel pick up
Earphones
Audio-devices
What To Expect
Canal Grande
“The most beautiful road in the world”, this is how the Canal Grande is known as. If you look around, what you will see is almost the same view that a 18th-century nobleman would have seen, and before him a Renaissance courtesan, and even before that, a merchant who lived in the Middle Ages.
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Peggy Guggenheim Collection is one of the most important art collections in the world. Peggy Guggenheim, from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and began to satisfy her art addiction by buying this wonderful building where she put on display invaluable artworks for the whole world to see. The beautiful terrace you see is where Guggenheim sun-bathed regularly enjoying the view over the Canal Grande
Options
English - Grand Canal Ride
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Discount Grand Canal Ride
Random Ticket English Option: The guide will ASSIGN you the seat. Only 1 seat is available.
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
French - Grand Canal Ride
Starting point:
gondola ride, Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Reviews
1,282 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Morning on the canals
Marian T,
Nov 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lovely guided tour of the history of gondola in Venice followed by a serene journey through quiet canals
We had our cruise at...
Jane W,
Oct 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had our cruise at night-seeing the city and churches lit up at night was beautiful!! Our guide did a great job pointing out landmarks and explaining the history of gondolas.
Great night in Italy
Jacqueline D,
Oct 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful experience gotta do gondola in Venice! Loved it! Leave early to make your way there as the streets of Venice can be tricky
Our guide lives in Venice...
Vicki M,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide lives in Venice all his life and was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the Venetian history and culture
Exciting
Jennifer R,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Rain or shine it was such a fun experience….our guide had interesting facts about Venice and the history of the gondolas…and the ride itself is well worth the trip.
Priceless - bucket list
Jaime L,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Unforgettable Bucket list checked off Our guide and Fonda lied were great! Sadly I don’t remember their names….. Guide was gracious to take a Spanish speaking and English speaking group. He was very kind! Gondalier was so nice! He owns his own gondola and his father and brother are gondaliera as well!
It was a wonderful...
Jake C,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience! I decided to come to Venice solo because it was always a dream of mine to come, and this short ride was great for the price!
Definitely a must do in Venice
JaniceTur,
Oct 22, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Venice is such a beautiful city and there is not better way to experience it than from a Gondola. The side canals are so peaceful and beautiful. The local government has set the prices so you will only pay 90 euros (in cash) for upto 5 people, no matter where in the city you embark.
Leisurely cruise along the canals
William W,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Leisurely cruise along Venetian canals. Tor operators were very accommodating, bumping up our reservation and assisting with boarding and exiting
Gondola ride
Angela P,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00A quick comprehensive trip through the canals and into the Grand Canal. Beautiful boats and great staff. Elizabeth was awesome.
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