Embark on a romantic gondola ride along the Grand Canal and hidden waterways of Venice. Skip the line and enjoy commentary in multiple languages. Book now!
- Canal Grande - Known as “The most beautiful road in the world,” the Canal Grande offers a view that has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century. Imagine seeing what an 18th-century nobleman, a Renaissance courtesan, or a medieval merchant would have seen.
- Peggy Guggenheim Collection - The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is among the world’s most significant art collections. Peggy Guggenheim, originally from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and indulged her passion for art by acquiring this magnificent building to showcase priceless artworks. The stunning terrace is where Guggenheim often sunbathed, enjoying the view over the Canal Grande.
- Palazzo Gritti Badoer - Named after the Gritti family, an ancient Venetian lineage, the Gritti Palace’s most notable member was Andrea Gritti, the Doge of Venice during the Renaissance. Andrea Gritti led Venetian forces against the League of Cambrai, which included France, Spain, and the Holy Roman Empire, all of whom sought to curb Venice’s expansionist ambitions.
- Teatro La Fenice - Once one of seven major theatres in Venice, today La Fenice stands as the city’s sole opera house. It is a gem among European theatres, having hosted the works of the era’s greatest composers, including Bellini, Donizetti, and Rossini. However, Giuseppe Verdi is most closely associated with La Fenice and Venetian cultural memory.
- Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute - As you enter the Grand Canal, the imposing Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute greets you. Strategically positioned at the canal’s entrance, its circular shape offers views of the city in all directions.
Every year on November 21, the city commemorates the Madonna della Salute in remembrance of the end of the plague.
- The Yard of Venice Bookshop Gallery - We are a distinctive gallery where you can see and touch an authentic Venetian Gondola, the only place in Venice offering this experience. Discover the craftsmanship behind a Gondola, exploring every detail of this iconic vessel.
Experience 3D and VR: A Dive into the Past on a Gondola
Immerse yourself in a unique adventure with our 3D and VR technology. Virtually stroll through historic Venice, observe its monuments in their original splendor, and feel the genuine atmosphere of bygone eras. This experience allows you to step into history, becoming part of the narrative you are exploring.
- Multilingual staff at the embarkation point
- 15-minute introduction to the gondola experience
- Shared 30-minute gondola ride
- In-app commentary
- History Gallery - secrets of a sectioned gondola (not included in the serenade option)
- VR Experience - Journey in the past (not included in the serenade option)
- Hotel pick up
- Earphones
- Audio-devices
Feel the soul of Venice while exploring romantic waterways close to and along the Grand Canal with a gondolier. Get free access to an app with commentary on your itinerary on the gondola. As you enjoy the beauties of the Grand Canal, admire the marvelous palaces such as the Peggy Guggenheim and the Gritti. Discover the worldwide-famous La Fenice Theatre, punta della dogana and the Mozart House along the romantic and hidden waterways. At the end of your ride, enjoy a breathtaking view of Saint Mark’s Basin and San Giorgio Island. Lastly, experience a ride in a unique virtual reality as you glide over the Grand Canal’s tranquil waters at sunset over the centuries, and then discover the craftsmanship and secrets behind Venice’s iconic boat with an up-close look at a sectioned model. • Glide the Grand Canal and inner canals on board a gondola. • Skip the long line and get straight on the boat. • Discover Venice with an app commentary in your choice of nine languages.
- 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
- The customers health is the most important matter for us, the tour operates in according to the Covid-19 National directives in order to guarantee the experiences in a safe environment.
- All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned, and the tour will leave with small groups.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
