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3.2(1,111 reviews)

Venice Classic Gondola Ride

From€39
30 min
Venice, Italy

About this activity

Experience Venice's canals on a 30-minute gondola ride, guided by a professional gondolier, offering scenic views of the city's historic architecture.

Highlights

  • Cruise through Venice's picturesque canals
  • Experience a traditional gondola ride
  • Enjoy views of historic Venetian architecture
  • Relax with a professional gondolier at the helm
  • Capture memorable photos of Venice's waterways

Full description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting waterways of Venice with a classic 30-minute gondola ride. Glide through serene canals, passing under charming bridges and alongside historic buildings. Your professional gondolier will navigate the waterways, allowing you to relax and soak in the unique atmosphere of the city. This traditional Venetian experience offers a memorable way to see Venice from a different perspective, perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. Don't forget your camera to capture the picturesque scenes along the way.

Included / Excluded

  • 30-minute gondola ride through Venice's canals
  • Professional gondolier to navigate the waterways
  • Traditional Venetian gondola experience
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Gondola rides are shared experiences; private rides may be available at an additional cost.
  • The gondola ride operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Gratuities for the gondolier are not included and are appreciated.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for sitting and walking.
  • Bring a camera to capture the scenic views.
  • Be prepared for possible wait times during peak tourist seasons.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Traveler reviews

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Bucket list

Fun experience! If it’s on your bucket list it’s an easy check off!! Good for families and couples!!

Colleen_FSep 20, 2026VIATOR

Gondola Ride

We booked a 30 minute ride and it was only 20 minutes. Our gondolier was on his phone and texting throughout .

Matt_PSep 16, 2026VIATOR

Waste of time and money

Make sure you read carefully and note that this is a shared experience. You will show up and be paired with another couple (up to 5 people) If you choose to go through with it, wait for 25 minutes of gondala grid lock, there is nothing calm or soothing about this experience. You spend the entire trip looking at a line of gondolas in front of you. Unfortunately they have so many gondala tours running at once, that they take up the entire canals. The gondala operators spend the entire time scrolling or talking on their phones, again taking away from what the experience is. If you’re going to spend the 90 Euro to do it, get one off the street. Whilst they seem to be the same company, they will more likely be private.

Cody_MSep 14, 2026VIATOR

Great experience!

It was a great experience! It’s one of the things Venice is famous for. I would say you differently need to do this!

jennifertG3490ZZSep 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wet Gondola

The gondolas still run in the rain! No conversation with the person steering the gondola. Not what we expected. We tried to cancel but they kept pushing to go in a thunderstorm.

Jami_TSep 11, 2026VIATOR
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