Top Venice Gondola Rides

Charming Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal & Gondola Gallery™

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(1,418)

from $45

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.

Venice Private Gondola Ride: Explore Hidden Canals and Sights

Venice Private Gondola Ride: Explore Hidden Canals and Sights

30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

3.9

(442)

from $96

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.

Premium Grand Canal Gondola Ride & Gondola Gallery Guided Visit™

Premium Grand Canal Gondola Ride & Gondola Gallery Guided Visit™

1 hourFree Cancellation

3.9

(4,433)

from $52

Crafted Gondola Ride under Breathtaking Bridge of Sighs™

Hiring a gondola on the fly in Venice can be stressful. Take the guesswork out of your experience on this pre-booked shared gondola ride that takes you through the most picturesque canals and beneath the iconic Bridge of Sighs. Kick off your ride with a brief explanation of the history and design of Venetian gondolas, then glide through the city to enjoy views of its sumptuous palaces from the water. Upgrade to visit Casanova's Palace, Ca’Rezzonico.

Crafted Gondola Ride under Breathtaking Bridge of Sighs™

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(143)

from $48

Romantic Evening Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal

Experience the beauty of Venice from the water with this exclusive small-group gondola ride down the iconic Grand Canal. Before boarding, learn about the history of the famous boat at the Gondola Gallery, which also includes a VR experience. Then, settle on board for an unforgettable ride and take in some of the city's most famous sights from the water, snapping keepsake photos along the way.

Romantic Evening Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal

Private Venice Tours with Gondola - Tailor-Made: Choice of Guest!

4.2

(270)

from $52

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(52)

from $103

Explore Venice–and enjoy a more intimate experience at a time that suits you–on this private tour with a local guide, complete with half-hour gondola ride. Discover the city’s highlights, including St. Mark’s Square and Accademia Bridge, visit hidden gems you might otherwise have missed, and step inside historic buildings. Take a private gondola along the Grand Canal and enjoy plenty of time for photo opportunities on the water.

Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(178)

from $92

Venice is home to hundreds of attractions, making it difficult to cover the highlights in limited time. Ideal for first-time visitors, this full-day tour of Venice checks off top sights. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Finally, visit St. Marks's Basilica and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace.

Venice In a Day: St Mark's, Doges Palace Gondola Ride & City Tour

Venice In a Day: St Mark's, Doges Palace Gondola Ride & City Tour

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

(4,410)

from $129

Explore Venice's famous canals on a guided gondola ride through the city. Meander beneath bridges and along quiet, peaceful stretches in a traditional Venetian boat, taking in sights such as the Rialto Bridge and Campo Manin as you go. Join our expert gondolier in enjoying one of Venice's most leisurely and original pastimes, and don't miss this chance to experience the Grand Canal from the water.

Classic 30-Minute Gondola Ride in Venice

Classic 30-Minute Gondola Ride in Venice

25 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.2

(1,053)

from $45

Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,116)

from $113

Step aboard a traditional, hand-crafted Venetian gondola. While hundreds of tourists queue for crowded rides, you will glide away into a world of timeless elegance, sharing this magical moment with just a handful of other travelers. Your expert gondolier will navigate you through the shimmering waters of the Grand Canal, marveling at the breathtaking facades of palaces that once housed Venetian nobility. But the magic doesn't stop there: you’ll also slip into the quiet, hidden minor canals where city noises completely fade away, replaced only by the gentle lapping of the water. Whether you want to capture the perfect, unobstructed photo or share a romantic moment, this semi-private format ensures a relaxed, unhurried experience. It is the perfect balance of luxury and authenticity.

Semi-Private Venice Gondola Tour on the Grand Canal

Semi-Private Venice Gondola Tour on the Grand Canal

20 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $58

Venice Gondola Ride: 30-Minute Classic Canal Experience

3.4

(109)

from $49

This tour is the perfect pick for time-tight travelers visiting Venice. Save yourself the hassle of booking tickets and waiting in long lines and opt for this convenient one-day itinerary instead. As well as skip-the-line admission and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace, the trip also includes a scenic gondola ride and visits to Murano and Burano to watch glass-blowing and lace-making demonstrations.

Traditional gondola ride - After exploring Venice’s romantic streets by foot, climb aboard a traditional gondola for a cruise along the city’s famous canals

St Mark's, Doge's Palace, with Murano and Burano & Gondola Ride

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(974)

from $114

Skip the lines at Saint Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace and opt for a small-group guided tour instead. Then, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience—a gondola ride through the city’s canals and waterways. Your ticket also includes access to several landmarks surrounding Saint Mark’s Square, as well as access to a mobile app that provides commentary to a walking tour of the city at your own pace.

Venice's Best: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola & History Gallery

Venice's Best: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola & History Gallery

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(3,161)

from $115

Discover several Venetian attractions in one itinerary with this full-day tour. Visit St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Rialto Bridge with an art historian guide leading the way. Stroll along Venice’s romantic canals and climb aboard a gondola for a scenic boat ride. After free time for lunch, skip the line for instant access into Doge’s Palace to see Casanova’s prison cell and walk across the Bridge of Sighs.

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(679)

from $109

Venice Like a Local: Food, Wine & Spritz Tour with Traghetto Ride

Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice—and discover sights and bites you'd be unlikely to find on your own—on this small-group tasting tour. Follow your local guide to a range of bars where Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called cicchetti. Along the way, visit multiple neighborhoods and discover key city landmarks.

Venice Like a Local: Food, Wine & Spritz Tour with Traghetto Ride

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(2,032)

from $103

Explore three of Venice's top islands in one day on board a traditional "bragozzo" boat. Leave the crowds in central Venice behind and cruise across the lagoon with your local skipper and small group, taking in views of the Floating City along the way. Enjoy free time to explore the glass workshops on Murano, snap photos of the colorful houses on Burano, and delve into Venetian history on Torcello.

Traditional Bragozzo Boat Tour to Murano, Burano & Torcello

Traditional Bragozzo Boat Tour to Murano, Burano & Torcello

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Cruise Venice's legendary canals on this private sightseeing boat tour with a bonus gondola ride. The city’s maze-like alleys and crowded bridges can turn your trip into an exhausting experience. This private boat tour covers all the highlights from the water, stopping at landmarks such as the Frari Chapel, Piazza San Marco, and colourful Rialto Market, and ends on a high with an authentic gondola ride.

(78)

from $103

Grand Luxury Venice Tour by Boat and Gondola - Skip the Crowds!

Grand Luxury Venice Tour by Boat and Gondola - Skip the Crowds!

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(9)

from $150

30-min Private Gondola Ride for up to 5 people

Venture to corners of Venice that most tourists never see and discover the haunted history of the city with this unique after dark tour with a private guide. Visit quiet alleyways and stroll past brooding palaces while you listen to tales of ghouls and spirits from Venice’s past. End your spooky adventure with a scenic gondola ride to admire the Floating City from the water as you glide along its canals.

3.2

(43)

from $173

Per group

Venice Private Ghost Tour and Gondola Ride

Venice: Private After Dark Tour and Gondola Ride

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(76)

from $279

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.

Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride

2 hours 9 minutes to 2 hours 27 minutesFree Cancellation

3.7

(3,643)

from $70

Private Gondola Tour

3.3

(24)

from $117

Private Photoshoot on Personal Gondola in Venice

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(98)

from $336

Per group

Cross off three must-do experiences in Venice on this tour: A gondola ride down the famous canals, a skip-the-line tour of St. Mark's Basilica, and a guided tour through the Doge's Palace. Discover golden mosaics, learn about Venetian history, and see why Venice was one of the great European maritime powers. And, instead of haggling with vendors, relax on a prebooked classic gondola boat ride.

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(488)

from $173

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Venice In a Day: St Mark's, Doges Palace Gondola Ride & City Tour

Krista_E, Jun 2026

Highly recommend!

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the city’s history and culture. As a native to Venice, her love and passion for the city was evident. We toured during the heat wave. It very hot and she made efforts to find shaded places to talk and take water breaks. Touring the most famous places with skip the line access and a guide was convenient and more educational than had we toured on our own. The gondola ride was about 30 minutes and a charming way to view the city.

Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

Amy_N, Jun 2026

Great day in Venice

We had a great time with Shelly in Venice. It was so personal for us details when we wanted, stops when we asked and moving quicker through areas not our family interest. It really gave us a flavor of the city , architecture and building of these amazing places. The gondola ride to end was the perfect way to finish

Best Of Venice: Saint Mark's Basilica, Doges Palace with Guide and Gondola Ride

Nicole_S, Jun 2026

Book this tour!!

This was an informative and fun tour, we were able to complete 3 of our must do items in one booking. Meeting place, directions and guidelines for dress code and bag size were all given at time of booking Our guide was excellent, so friendly and fun. She shared great Venice stories of the cities history with us.

Welcome to Venice Group Tour St. Mark's Basilica & Gondola Ride

Theresa_M, Jun 2026

Roberta!!! what an...

Roberta!!! what an amazing guide! She is very informative and gives the group little tit bits as you walk along the streets A reminder that if you want to go into the St Marx Basilica you will need to cover your shoulders and knees. Not advisable for families with toddlers

Venice Like a Local: Food, Wine & Spritz Tour with Traghetto Ride

Kaitlin_W, Jun 2026

Worth it

Amazing and worth it. Our tour guide, Olympia was friendly, easy to talk to and informative. She took us to some great places and the group was indeed small, so we got to have chats with everyone and make new friends. Highly recommend especially if you’re not sure what to get to eat

Venice in A Day: St Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride

Jacque_L, Jun 2026

Fantastic day in Venice

Fantastic tour. Marco was a great tour guide. This tour was very comprehensive but also did not feel rushed. We had plenty of time at lunch and felt like we saw all the sites we wanted to see that day. The family walked away very impressed and pleased at the end of the day.

Venice's Best: Basilica, Doge's Palace, Gondola & History Gallery

Jeffrey_D, May 2026

Great Way To Learn About Venice History!

We are glad we booked a tour that included most of the major sites in Venice. We were there when it was pretty crowded due to the start of the Biennale (International Art exhibition) and also due to the fact that it was raining off and on during the day. Nicola, our tour guide, expertly combined the history of Venice, its residence, art, and architecture. Highly recommend this tour company. Their nice offices are in a tiny alley that is conveniently close to San Marco Square.

Private Venice Tours with Gondola - Tailor-Made: Choice of Guest!

Joe_B, May 2026

Venice tour with a personal touch!

Wow! Amazing experience with our unbelievable tour guide - Adair! Even before the actual tour began - she reached out to us several times keeping us updated. We immediately felt like Adair was more than a tour guide with her charismatic & magnetic personality! Would highly recommend this tour and ask for her by name!

Venice: Private After Dark Tour and Gondola Ride

BeccaRiding, Apr 2026

The only way to truly meet the Queen of the Adriatic…

Our time in Venice was very limited (two days) so we wanted to prioritize getting to know and understand the city and her stories. The tour guided by Lorenzo was the perfect choice for us—he quickly assessed our interests and proceeded to give us a 90 minute guided tour of the city, both the stories behind the well known sites (like the Rialto bridge) as well as taking us into tiny alleyways and passages to get a feel for the Venezia that few tourists ever see. After 90 minutes learning the history, the legends, and the present day realities of the city, we stepped into a gondola that took us so quietly through the canals as the sunset faded and the lights of Venice turned on around us. This tour was a splurge for us, but there is only one Queen in Venice and this is the perfect guide to introduce you. I would do do this again in a heartbeat and recommend it to anyone coming to visit who wants to step outside the main tourist routes and try being Venetian for an evening.

St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace Guided Tour with Gondola Ride

Phyllis_C, Oct 2025

St. Mark's Basilica Tour and Gondola Ride

Our tour guide, Iola, was very knowledgeable about the history of St. Mark's Basilica and the symbolism of the ceiling and floor mosaics in the church. Our gondola ride down a small canal was fun and Thomas, our gondolier, was pleasant and he piloted the gondola well.

Private Gondola Serenade with Music

ELAINE_L, Sep 2025

Most beautiful thing in Venice

I would recommend this to every single person that comes to Venice, it’s really a once-in-a-lifetime experience no one should ever miss. It’s five of us so we have two gondolas, my husband and myself together with son on the gondola that has musicians and my mum and in-law on the other one, they can clearly hear the songs and took lots of wonderful video. The musicians are great player and singer, it’s one of our best if not the best-best memory of Italy! I would say it’s something you can really feel how wonderful and dreamy this city it!