Top Venice Canal Cruises

Experience the tranquil beauty of Venice from the water on a private gondola ride that takes you through the city's less-traveled canals. Relax onboard a traditional Venetian boat as a gondolier navigates past historic palaces, churches, and landmarks that most tourists miss. Booking in advance guarantees your party’s seats and saves you the hassle of payment on the spot, so you can sit back and enjoy the ride.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that visiting Venice and not taking a boat ride down the Grand Canal is a travelling sin. Experience the Floating City in all of its glory on a 1-hour motorboat tour in a group limited to 12. Ideal for first-time visitors, you’ll pass beautiful palazzo and sail beneath famous bridges such as the Accademia Bridge and the Rialto Bridge.

Spend a delightful evening cruising along the canals of Venice on this private boat tour. Take in the architectural masterpieces that line the Grand Canal and smaller waterways from aboard a comfortable modern water taxi, venturing further than a traditional gondola would allow. Learn about the artistic and cultural history of Venice from your English-speaking guide as you soak in the sights on your choice of a 1-hour or 2-hour ride.

Experience the magic of Venice with our shared gondola tour, perfect for small groups of up to 5 people! Sail along the iconic Grand Canal, admire the majestic Rialto Bridge, and explore hidden gems like Campo San Luca and Campo Manin. This enchanting journey combines Venice’s most famous landmarks with its charming, lesser-known corners, all from the comfort of a traditional gondola. Book now for an unforgettable Venetian adventure!

Get a new perspective on Venice—and enjoy a romantic way to travel—on this small-group sunset cruise. Traveling aboard aboard a traditional Venetian boat, soak up the glorious sights of St. Mark’s Basin and the Venice Lido bathed in the golden light of sunset, and spot cathedral and palazzos from the water's edge. Pop open a half-bottle of prosecco to complete the experience.

Discover the quieter, off-the-beaten-track side of Venice that most travelers miss during this private motorboat cruise. Skip the crowded public ferries and enjoy a bespoke ride through the city’s secret canals. Watch scenes of daily Venetian life as you glide through the lesser-known neighborhoods of Cannaregio, Dorsoduro, and the Jewish Ghetto. Highlights include Arsenale shipyard, a gondola workshop, and a cruise underneath Rialto Bridge.

Explore the intricacies of two famed Italian handicrafts on a fully guided day trip from Venice to the nearby islands of Murano and Burano with a group of up to 22 people. Watch centuries-old glassblowing techniques in Murano, and marvel at the detailed stitches of exquisite Burano lace. Your knowledgeable guide will share the history of these two artisan islands while you visit local workshops and wander the picturesque streets.

Nothing takes the shine off a gondola ride more than standing in line. Say goodbye to long waits as you cruise the Grand Canal aboard a shared gondola. As you glide past churches, bridges, and canals. Learn about the sights using an app or brochure in your choice of nine languages. Lastly, experience a ride in a unique virtual reality as you glide over the Grand Canal's tranquil waters at sunset, and then discover the craftsmanship and secrets behind Venice's iconic boats with an up-close look at a sectioned model.

Venice is home to over 100 islands, but many people stick to the main sights. Explore lesser-known islands in the Venetian archipelago during this private half-day tour to Burano and Murano. Travel across the lagoon by private motorboat, enjoying stunning waterside views. See Burano’s colorful fishermen's cottages during a guided walking tour, then stop in Murano for a live glass-blowing demonstration.

See Venice from the water and visit the island of Murano with ease on this shared boat tour from Piazzale Roma. Cruise along the Grand Canal to admire the buildings along its banks and then continue out into the lagoon to the island of Murano. Once there, hop out and take a tour of one of the glass factories for which Murano is famous.

Discover Venice from its enchanting canals with a private boat tailored just for you. Your personal guide will share expert insights on Venice's history, art, and landmarks, making this tour truly unique. Embark on an unforgettable journey with our private boat tour in Venice. Aboard a stylish boat, you’ll admire the city from the heart of its most enchanting canals. During this 90-minute tour, you’ll be accompanied by an expert guide who will lead you through Venice’s wonders, from the iconic Grand Canal to the lesser-known canals, and even the stunning Bacino di San Marco. The tour is fully customizable, with pick-up directly from your hotel and a drop-off at your preferred location. Discover hidden gems and landmarks like the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, and much more, all while cruising in comfort and tranquility. This experience is perfect for those looking for a unique and refined exploration of the city.

Save time doing Venice research and tick off some of its most important sites—such as the Grand Canal and St Mark’s Square—by going on this guided walking tour. To help expand your knowledge of the “City of Water”, a guide teaches you fun facts and stories about Venetian history and culture along the way. Then, you’ll finish the trip in style with a motorboat ride through Venice’s largest canal–Giudecca.

Book a shared Venice Link arrival transfer from Marco Polo Airport to your Venice hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip. It’s a simple, cost-effective boat transfer that’s available through the week.

Experience the magic of Venice on a small-group gondola ride through its enchanting canals, led by skilled gondoliers. Glide beneath centuries-old bridges, marvel at the Grand Canal, and enjoy stunning views of St. Mark’s Square and San Giorgio Island. Enhance your journey with a visit to the Gondola Gallery to uncover the history and craftsmanship of Venice’s iconic gondolas, see an original gondola on display, and take a 3D journey through Venice across the centuries.

Cruise along Venice's most famous waterway with a private, 1-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal, followed by a trip across the Venetian Lagoon to the renowned glass-blowing island of Murano. Zip alongside magnificent palazzos and soak up the quiet charm of smaller canals as your driver relates the legends and history of 'the floating city.' In Murano, watch master glassblowers at a factory workshop and admire intricate finished pieces at the showroom.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Escape the crowds of tourists and soak up the stillness and silence of Venice's canals on this private boat tour. Glide down the Grand Canal, lined with centuries-old palaces, and down small side canals through vibrant neighborhoods, past bridges, squares, and secret gardens.

Spend a delightful day in Venice with three best-selling. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the glorious St Mark’s Basilica, followed by a walking tour of the city’s quieter backstreets and historic treasures. Complete your day with an exciting motorboat cruise down palazzo-lined banks of the Grand Canal.

Glide through some of Venice's most famous waterways with a private 4-hour boat tour of the Grand Canal, Murano, and Burano. Watch glass blowers at work on Murano and lace makers on Burano. Travel by private motor boat along the picturesque Grand Canal.

The best way to see Venice is from the water, and on this boat tour, you’ll experience the city’s complex network of water “roads” for yourself. Ride down the Grand Canal and minor canals, admiring the architecture and ornate bridges. Along the way, your guide shares stories about some of the famous events and people associated with the Floating City.

Venice is bursting with attractions, making it tough to prioritize what to see. Ideal for first-time visitors, this three-hour tour showcases the best of Venice by foot and canal. Hear the history of St. Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge from a guide, and visit St. Mark’s Basilica with a skip-the-line ticket to beat the long admission lines. Finish on a high note: a boat tour down the Grand Canal.

Skip the crowded tourist track and explore Venice in style on this intimate VIP tour. First, hit the lagoons of Venice for a stunning—and fully private—ride along the canals in a traditional boat ride. Get a front-row perspective on the city’s best waterfront views as you glide past elegant Renaissance architecture. Then, end the evening with a taste of high-end Italian gastronomy during a sumptuous, three-course restaurant meal.