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Venice: Private Grand Canal Gondola Ride with Optional Musicians

Venice, Italy
  • 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • 30-minute gondola ride through Venice’s canals
    • Live serenade with musicians on board (if private serenade option selected)
    • Private gondola for a more personal experience.
    • Professional gondolier
    • Meeting point assistant
    • Live tour guide or commentary

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Colonna di San Marco
      P.zt San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

      We meet in Saint Mark’s Square near the waterfront by the two large columns. Your guide will be under the one with the winged lion on top. Your guide will have a signboard that says, “Walks In Europe”.

    Drop-off point

    • Colonna di San Marco
      P.zt San Marco, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    Piazza San Marco (Pass By)

    Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute (Pass By)

    1

    Grand Canal

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Palazzo Ca' Dario (Pass By)

    Teatro La Fenice (Pass By)

    Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Moisè (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Please arrive at the meeting point 5–10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
    • All passengers count toward the gondola’s maximum capacity, regardless of age. There are no discounted rates for infants or young children.
    • The gondola ride lasts approximately 30 minutes and follows a standard route based on the designated gondola station. The route may vary depending on tidal levels or canal traffic.
    • In case of adverse weather or unusual tidal conditions, both the duration and itinerary may be modified.
    • Each gondola accommodates up to 5 guests (including children). If musical accompaniment is requested, the capacity is limited to 3 guests.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    per group (up to 5)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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