A Memorable "Venetian" Experience in the Coronado Cays - While browsing for “Things to Do in San Diego” on TripAdvisor. I came across this unique activity. Read a little more about it and booked 8 tickets – 7 adults and a 5-year-old. The “Venetian” experience in the Canals of the Coronado Cays turned out to be quite memorable. We arrived at the docks a little early because we were not sure about the parking spaces, and wanted to be on time for the ride just in case we had to spend time looking for a spot. It turned out that parking was plentiful – always a bonus. We checked in, and while waiting for our two Gondoliers – Niko and Luca – to get our boats ready, we were able to admire a glorious Sunset that lasted halfway through our ride. That natural beauty added so much to our enjoyment… Niko was our gondolier. He made it easy for us to get into our boats, and then played some soft music while he easily steered the boat. On the way back, he belted out a typical Italian song about calm waters, peaceful surroundings and the Moon. He had an amazing voice that even left our little kid enchanted and mesmerized. Our side-by-side rides took us through the neighboring canals and a small part of the Bay. The surrounding houses, boats and yachts were beautifully decorated with lights and Christmas decorations. Before we left the docks for our pleasure cruise, the sweet lady at the counter had taken a photo of all of us. At the end, she gave us a card with their website listed on it, and informed us that the photos that she took would stay on the site for 30 days, and we could download them for free. That was a tiny, but very considerate and thoughtful gesture, since we got all of us in one frame. What a pleasant surprise that was…! All of us thoroughly enjoyed this Italian experience right here in San Diego. It will stay in our memories for a long time. We will have no hesitation in doing this again on our next visit, and highly recommend this fabulous experience to all tourists, as well as locals.

Highly Recommend! - What a wonderful experience. Very calm ride through beautiful area. Julia, our gondolier, was excellent. Answered all our questions.

Genuine gondolas! - Loved this! Enjoyed a beautiful sunset, being serenaded with an Italian aura, sipping wine. So much fun!

FUN FUN FUN - What a wonderful thing to offer and do. It was such a beautiful, peaceful paddle thru the canals. Definitely need to dress appropriately bc it does get cool and breezy. The Christmas lights on some of the houses and yachts were so festive. We really enjoyed this excursion! Timothy was just great-very easygoing!

Relaxing! The water was... - Relaxing! The water was calm ! The boat was beautiful a unique experience as we have never been on a gondola..thanks to Luca

Kind tour guide - This was a wonderful experience for us. The scenery was beautiful! The tour guide was so kind! He helped me in and out of the boat. Such a gentleman! I can’t remember his name from when we did the tour on Sept. 26. I haven’t forgotten his kindness! Worth the money!

Great experience - The Gondola operator was super friendly and even laughed at my jokes! The view was great as it was during sunset. It was also quiet which contributed to a nice evening. I would definitely recommend!

Great date excursion - Such a wonderful, relaxing, and unique experience. My husband was pleasantly surprised on his birthday. Our gondolier was extremely knowledgeable and personable. My husband asks the most random questions and he answered them thoroughly and expertly. A wonderful time. Highly recommend.

Great time - My husband and I took this gondola ride. It was very relaxing and the sights were beautiful. The boat has a cushioned seat and is really comfortable. We highly recommend this!

Pleasant Experience - Our experience was great. The staff was nice and very helpful. Our Gondola ride nice and quiet experience.