Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto) Tours and Tickets

Q: Is there a fee to visit and cross the Rialto Bridge?

No, there isn’t a fee to visit and cross the Rialto Bridge. Whether you visit during the day or at night, this public bridge can be crossed free of charge. There tend to be a lot of visitors there, though, so it's best to come early in the morning.

Q: What are the best tips for photographing the Rialto Bridge?

For stunning photos of the Rialto Bridge, consider two perspectives: an up-close shot from a gondola ride or a panoramic view from the canal banks. Locate Naranzaria on your map of Venice, just before getting to Palazzo dei Camerlenghi, for an ideal spot to take photos of the Rialto Bridge from afar.

Q: Can you kiss under the Rialto Bridge?

Yes, you can kiss under the Rialto Bridge. Accessing the bridge's underside requires a boat; you can choose between a romantic gondola ride or the budget-friendly Vaporetto. This tradition is akin to the superstition of the Bridge of Sighs, where a kiss promises eternal love.

Q: What are the costs and options for gondola rides at the Rialto Bridge?

Gondola rides featuring the Rialto Bridge can cater to various budgets. A shared 30-minute ride is typically priced at around US$40. Alternatively, couples seeking a more intimate experience can choose private gondola rides for around US$170. Premium packages with photography can be around US$440 per couple.

Q: How can I reach the Rialto Bridge?

Nestled in Venice's San Polo district, the Rialto Bridge crosses the famous Grand Canal and is easily accessible on foot or by boat. Visitors often use public water buses, with lines #1 and #2 servicing the area. Alternatively, it’s an easy 15-minute walk from Santa Lucia railway station.

Q: What is the Rialto Bridge like at night?

The Rialto Bridge in Venice offers a quieter, more romantic setting at night than its busy daytime atmosphere. The bridge, lit up beautifully, provides an excellent opportunity for night photography, especially around sunset. Visiting in the evening allows travelers to experience the bridge's beauty with fewer tourists around.

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Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting & Sightseeing in Venice

CORY_R, Apr 2026

Hidden Gems

Our Guide Tonne showed us around the city with several stops along the way tasting different foods and sampling many wines. This tour was great! I would highly recommend doing this tour at the beginning of your trip so you'll have time to revisit some of the stops later during your stay.

Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting & Sightseeing in Venice

Rita_S, Feb 2026

Venice walking tour

Great tour guide. Plenty of food and drink to try. Weather was perfect & all the places we stopped were nice

Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting and Sightseeing in Venice

Stephanie_Z, Dec 2025

Amazing Tour

We tried so many unique foods and wines in addition to learning more about the history and daily life in Venice. We highly recommend this tour, especially at the beginning of your trip to help acclimate you to what you should look for during your stay.

Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting and Sightseeing in Venice

eric_p, Oct 2025

Denys was wonderful. He...

Denys was wonderful. He took us to numerous places, food was delicious, drinks were plentiful, and he kept everything interesting and fun!

Rialto Market Food and Wine Lunchtime Tour of Venice

Joe_w, Mar 2026

Lunchtime walking food tour with Tone was the perfect start to our trip

We had an amazing time on this tour! It ended up being just the three of us and our guide, Tone. Sometimes that situation can feel a bit awkward without other guests, but Tone made it incredibly comfortable and it felt like we had our own private tour. He took us to several interesting spots and every portion was a good size and a great introduction into traditional Venetian foods. Each stop also had a taste of wine or spritz. My husband even stepped out of his comfort zone and tried a traditional sardine cicchetti! Along the way, we learned about the history of Venice. Tone was extremely knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our random questions. We finished the tour with some delicious gelato and some great restaurant recommendations for the rest of our stay. Thank you so much, Tone! This was the perfect way to start our trip.

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Christine_C, Jun 2025

Worth every penny great guide lots of food very informative

Our tour guide was was fantastic. It was a little tricky finding the meeting point, but we did. It was very informative. We ate lots of food for what we paid. It was well worth it. He even escorted us back along the river on the boat to get back to our ship definitely would recommend.

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mica_b, Jun 2025

The best! Enough samples for breakfast/lunch.

Superb overview of Rialto Market! Our original tour was cancelled, so Viator asked if we could do this shorter market tour without drinks instead. Vanessa did a fantastic job and was quite easy to follow and understand. She also wore a bright pink outfit so it was easy to locate her in the groups. The samples were enough for breakfast and lunch, and we could purchase a drink at a few of the stops if we wished.