Book Venice Boat Tours

Pre-book a quintessential Venetian gondola ride and skip dockside haggling.

• Everything you get: Pre-book your ride and head to coordinated boarding at a designated meeting point. A local host escorts you to your gondola before you settle into the seats of your shared 5-seater gondola. Cruise along the Grand Canal and quieter side canals past historic palaces and bridges.
• Why choose this? Lock in a fixed rate in advance and avoid on-the-spot negotiations or long waits at busy gondola stations, ideal for a smooth, stress-free canal experience.
• Upgrades: Add a live serenade for a romantic ambience. Choose among routes like the Grand Canal, Bridge of Sighs, Teatro La Fenice, Accademia and more. Opt for live or pre-recorded commentary for context as you sail. Capture your memories with a photography tour.

Inclusions #

• Shared ride on a 5-seater gondola in Venice

• Shared gondola ride with serenade (as per option selected)

• Private Gondola ride along Grand Canal and a hidden gems (as per option selected)

What to bring

• Personal headphones (required for the guide’s commentary)

What’s not allowed

• Pets

Accessibility

• Not suitable for wheelchair users

Additional information

• Seating is assigned by the gondolier for balance; you may not sit next to your partner or group
• Each gondola holds up to 5 people
• Live commentary in English, Italian, French & Spanish
• Itinerary may change in case of bad weather; tours run unless conditions are extreme
• Serenade option: musicians perform from a central gondola (not every gondola has a singer)
• The total experience lasts approximately 50 minutes, including check-in and boarding assistance, and the gondola ride itself lasts around 30 minutes

Your own private gondola on the Grand Canal, no strangers onboard.

• Everything you get: Step into a private gondola reserved for your group of up to five guests. Cruise along the Grand Canal and quieter off-beat canals as your gondolier steers past historic palaces and hidden corners of Venice, all at a relaxed, intimate pace.
• Why choose this: Venice’s most iconic experience, shared only with your chosen company — partner, family, or friends. Combines must-see landmarks with hidden corners, offering privacy, flexibility, and a setting ready for romance or special occasions.
• Upgrades: Add a serenade for live Italian music and romance, or a professional photographer to capture your perfect Venetian moment.

Inclusions #

• Gondola ride through Grand Canal and off-beat canals

• Private group of up to 5 guests per gondola

• Personal photographer and 50 high quality photos (as per options selected)

• Serenade from a local artist (as per options selected)

What's not allowed

• Alcohol, drugs, and pets are not allowed

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users

Additional information

• Ride could last less than 30 minutes depending on weather and canal traffic
• Subject to weather conditions; may be rescheduled or refunded in case of bad weather, high tides, or strong winds
• Price is per gondola, accommodating up to 5 guests

Half-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride

Full-day tour

• St Marks Basilica
• Doge's Palace
• 30-minute gondola ride
• Glass-blowing demonstration at Murano Island
• Lace-making demonstration at Burano Island

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of St. Mark's Basilica with skip-the-line entry

• Guided tour of Doge's Palace with skip-the-line entry

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Shared gondola ride for 30 minutes

• Round-trip transfers to/from Murano & Burano Islands (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Meals

What to bring

• Valid ID
• Comfortable walking shoes

What's not allowed

St. Mark's Basilica

• Photography of any kind
• Pets
• Large bags and backpacks

Doge's Palace

• Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and any type of commercial photography

Accessibility

• St. Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are both wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The gondola ride is not accessible for wheelchair users.

Additional information

• Seating arrangements within a gondola may vary for balance and safety reasons, it may not be possible to sit next to your partner.
• Please note that the tour may not operate under exceptional high tide conditions or during religious functions at the basilica. In the event of cancellation, your tour will either be rescheduled or refunded for your convenience.
• Strict dress code: All guests must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees to enter the basilica.

A gondola ride turned into a floating concert, with live Italian music and song from local artists.

• Everything you get: Enjoy a gondola ride along the Grand Canal and quieter hidden canals, accompanied by a live serenade from a singer and musician onboard. Benefit from coordinated boarding with a personal escort and settle into a shared 5-seater gondola for a smooth start to your ride.
• Why choose this: Most gondola rides are silent. This one comes with live Italian music, turning a scenic cruise into a truly immersive Venice moment.
• Upgrade: Choose a private gondola for a fully exclusive serenade experience with no other guests onboard.

Inclusions #

• Shared gondola seating (up to 5 guests)

• Live serenade by a local musician

• Grand Canal and smaller side canals route

• Private gondola ride (as per option selected)

What’s not allowed

• Smoking

Accessibility

• Not fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues

Additional information

• Tour may be postponed or refunded in case of bad weather, tides, or gondolier strike
• Route may change due to weather, canal maintenance, or tides
• Ride may last slightly under 30 minutes depending on canal traffic
• Shared experience: up to 5 people per gondola, with seating assigned for balance — you may not sit next to your travel partner
• Serenade performers are on a central gondola so everyone can hear; musicians may not be present on every gondola
• Children under 2 join free if seated on an adult’s lap

Inclusions #

• 1-hr motorboat tour

• English-speaking guide

Take a guided tour of one of the most famous landmarks in Venice & enjoy a gondola ride after.

• Get priority access to St. Mark’s Basilica and marvel at its rich history and architectural beauty during a 1.5-hour guided tour.
• Admire intricate Byzantine mosaics, domes, and marble columns as your expert guide enthralls you with fascinating stories of this cultural icon.
• Enjoy a classic Venetian gondola ride and glide along canals to experience the city from its famous waterways.

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica

• Guide tour of St. Mark’s Basilica

• Gondola ride along Venice’s canals and waterways

• Expert English-speaking local guide

Exclusions #

• Transportation

• Meals

• Gratuities

Inclusions #

• Boat tour around Murano and Burano Islands

• Boat tour of Torcello Island (if selected)

• English, Italian, and German-speaking guide onboard

• Round-trip boat transfers from Punta Sabbioni Venice

• Glass blowing demonstration in Murano

The best of the floating city in two quintessential Venetian ways – a guided walking tour and a shared gondola tour.

• Dive into Venice's rich history and culture with an expert multilingual guide by your side; choose between 5 tour languages.
• See Teatro La Fenice (“The Phoenix”), one of Europe's most renowned opera houses, among other landmarks like Marco Polo's house and the Rialto Bridge.
• Hop on the shared 30-minute gondola ride. Weave through the Grand Canal passing under the Bridge of Sighs listening to an insightful audio guide.
• Visit the Gondola Gallery to see how a gondola is made and take a 3D trip through centuries!

Inclusions #

• 2-hr guided walking tour of Venice
• 20-minute introductory tour to gondola ride
• 30-minute shared gondola ride
• Audio guide for gondola ride
• Visit to Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
• English, Italian, Spanish, French, and German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Two Venice perspectives in one — explore historic squares on foot with a guide, then glide along the canals by gondola.

• Walking tour highlights: Begin with a guided stroll through St. Mark’s Square and the Castello district. Visit Santa Maria Formosa, Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Marco Polo’s former residence, and the Malibran Theatre while uncovering stories of politics, daily life, and Venice’s merchant past. Headsets ensure you catch every detail.
• Gondola ride highlights: From Campo San Moisè, continue with a gondola ride along the Grand Canal and quiet side canals. Admire elegant palaces, bridges, and hidden entrances in a relaxed, atmospheric setting.
• Why choose this: The most efficient way to see Venice by land and water in one seamless tour. You’ll not only admire landmarks from your gondola but also understand their history from your guide. Perfect for first-time visitors, day-trippers, or anyone short on time who wants context and bucket-list moments in a single experience.

Inclusions #

• 2-hour walking tour of Venice across St. Mark's Square and Castello

• Expert English, Italian, Spanish, German or French-speaking guide

• 30-minute shared gondola ride

What to bring

• Passport or ID card for children (required for free entry)

What’s not allowed

• Oversized luggage

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible

Additional information

• Check-in is 15 minutes before the tour start time
• Walking tour doesn't cover admission to the sites
• Shared gondola with a maximum of 6 people per gondola
• Children up to 5 years ride free (with ID); from age 6, full ticket price applies
• The gondola ride may be canceled or rescheduled in case of bad weather, high tide, or gondolier strikes

Inclusions #

• Navigation in the Venetian lagoon

• Refined 5 courses menu

• Aperitif with Prosecco DOC extra dry

• Bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay ‘Podere dei Nidran’

• Coffee

• Central deck seating (optional)

• Private prow/stern area seating (optional)

Exclusions #

• Spirits and cocktails

• Wines not mentioned in the menu