Experience a gondola ride along the most beautiful part of the Grand Canal in Venice and its hidden waterways. Listen to in-app commentary as you admire the views and visit the Gondola Gallery.
Venice: Grand Canal Gondola Ride with App Commentary
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy a shared gondola experience
- Listen to the in-app commentary of your itinerary
- Discover little canals and the Grand Canal
- Introductory walk: learn about gondolas & gondoliers
- A VR experience to travel back in time
Description
Feel the essence of Venice as you explore hidden and picturesque waterways near the Grand Canal with a gondola ride. Listen to in-app commentary to learn more about the city as you admire the sights. Start your activity by meeting the host, who will explain some curiosities about the history of gondolas and gondoliers. Get free access to an app with commentary of your itinerary on the gondola. As you enjoy the beauties of the Grand Canal, admire the marvelous Palaces such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Palace, the Gritti Palace, the Salute Church, the Punta della Dogana. Discover the worldwide-famous La Fenice Theatre and the Mozart House along the romantic and hidden waterways. At the end of your ride, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Saint Mark’s Basin with San Giorgio Island. See a real gondola up close, admire a handcrafted oar, and learn how this elegant vessel was once an essential part of everyday life for Venetians. Enjoy a VR experience of Venice in the past.
Included / Excluded
- • Gondola ride, 30-minute experience
- • 15-minute walk introduction to the gondola experience (not included in Gondola private option)
- • Enjoy in-app commentary during your gondola ride
- • Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
- • Wi-Fi at the meeting point to download the app
- • Live commentary by the gondolier
- • Headphones
Start / End Locations
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- The gondola may be shared with other guests depending on the option selected (maximum 5 people per gondola)
- The tour might not operate or the itinerary may change in cases of wind or bad weather
- The 45-minute experience is composed of a 15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola followed by a 30-minute gondola ride (the introduction is not included if the private option is selected)
- For the Bridge of Sighs Shared Gondola Ride option, the introductory walking tour to the gondola is only available in English
- You may have to wait when boarding the gondola
- • The 45-minute experience is composed of a 15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola followed by a 30-minute gondola ride (the introduction is not included if the private option is selected)
- • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
- • For the Bridge of Sighs Shared Gondola Ride option the introductory walking tour to the gondola is only available in English
- • Please download the app's commentary before boarding
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| Shared Gondola Tour with App Commentary | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 64 years) | N/A |
| Child (5 - 11 years) | N/A |
About operator:
Venice Tours is a local Venetian company specializing in authentic, high-quality travel experiences in Venice. With over 100 curated tours and more than 500,000 customers annually, we’re a trusted name for anyone looking to discover Venice from the inside.
From historic walking tours to magical gondola rides, Venice Tours offers a diverse portfolio of experiences, available on major platforms like Booking.com, Expedia, GetYourGuide, Viator, TripAdvisor, Tiqets, and directly on our official website.
Why Choose Us
Local Expertise: Born and based in Venice, we guide visitors through its romantic alleys, majestic palaces, and lively squares with true insider knowledge.
Ongoing Experience: Thanks to our exclusive mobile apps, the experience continues even after the tour ends—offering hidden tips, exclusive deals, and local insights.
Strategic Presence: Our offices are open 365 days a year and located in Piazza San Marco, Rialto and Piazzale Roma, with multilingual staff always ready to assist.
Tech-Driven: We leverage cutting-edge technology for seamless operations and an enhanced customer journey.
From historic walking tours to magical gondola rides, Venice Tours offers a diverse portfolio of experiences, available on major platforms like Booking.com, Expedia, GetYourGuide, Viator, TripAdvisor, Tiqets, and directly on our official website.
Why Choose Us
Local Expertise: Born and based in Venice, we guide visitors through its romantic alleys, majestic palaces, and lively squares with true insider knowledge.
Ongoing Experience: Thanks to our exclusive mobile apps, the experience continues even after the tour ends—offering hidden tips, exclusive deals, and local insights.
Strategic Presence: Our offices are open 365 days a year and located in Piazza San Marco, Rialto and Piazzale Roma, with multilingual staff always ready to assist.
Tech-Driven: We leverage cutting-edge technology for seamless operations and an enhanced customer journey.
Basic Information
- Duration: 1 hour
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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