Book gondola ride Venice
On this page you can book your private gondola ride in Venice by choosing the area you prefer, the time of day and any additional services you would like to have on board.
Easily book your Venice gondola tour online; you will avoid long and unnecessary queues and have the confidence to enjoy this unforgettable experience. All these tours are PRIVATE and have a duration of 30 MINUTES.
At the end of your reservation you will receive a voucher with all the information about your tour. Remember to take it with you, even if only in digital format, to show it to the staff on site.
Classic tour
Book your gondola tour in Venice easily. Opt for the classic 30-minute tour, with each gondola accommodating up to 5 people.
Daytime Tour
- Available daily, year-round
- Departure every half hour from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
- Choose from three routes:
- San Marco area
- Grand Canal
- San Tomà - San Polo area
Evening Tour
- Available from April to October
- Two routes:
- San Marco area
- Rialto area
- Two departure times:
- 7:00 pm
- 7:30 pm
After your booking has been confirmed, you will receive a voucher with all the details and logistical information.
Daytime tours
Summer evening tours
Gondola with serenade
Book a gondola tour in Venice with serenade. The tour lasts 30 minutes and each gondola accommodates up to 3 passengers, along with a musician and a singer.
This tour is only available in the San Marco area during daytime and evening hours in the summer.
After your booking has been confirmed, you will receive a voucher with all the details and logistical information.
Daytime tours
Summer evening tours
Gondola with aperitif
Book a gondola tour here and enjoy an aperitif on board as you navigate the canals of Venice. The tour lasts 30 minutes and each gondola accommodates up to 5 people. On board, you will have a bottle of Prosecco with an ice bucket and flutes.
Tour Details
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Capacity: Up to 5 people per gondola
- On Board: Bottle of Prosecco with ice bucket and flutes
Available Routes
- Grand Canal area
- Departure time: 6:30 p.m.
After your booking has been confirmed, you will receive a voucher with all the details and logistical information.
Not available during the winter months.
Daytime tours
Aperitif and serenade tour
Choose to book the most complete gondola tour with a serenade and aperitif on board. The tour lasts 30 minutes and is available for up to 3 participants, as a musician and a singer will also be on board.
Tour Details
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Capacity: Up to 3 participants per gondola
- Serenade: Live music by a musician and a singer
- On Board: Bottle of Prosecco served with an ice bucket and flutes
Available Routes
- Grand Canal area
- Departure time: 6:30 p.m.
After your booking has been confirmed, you will receive a voucher with all the details and logistical information.
Not available during the winter months.
Daytime tours
Why to book a gondola ride in Venice ?
A gondola ride in Venice is a unique experience that gives you a romantic and historic insight into the city. As you glide along its canals, you can admire the beautiful architecture of Venetian palaces, charming bridges and lively streets. The gondola offers an authentic view of the beautiful city of Venice, far from the tourist crowds. Each canal has its own history, and the gondola is a very relaxing and timeless means of transport.
You could pass under the Bridge of Sighs or float along the Venetian canals, each view showing off the city's rich heritage.
The gondoliers often have stories and information about the regions. They tell stories about famous people, important events and how the city has changed over the centuries. This personal touch adds depth to the experience, which focuses not on sightseeing, but on traveling back in time.
A gondola tour allows you to see places in Venice that are inaccessible on foot, such as hidden gems and quiet corners of the city. These discoveries make the ride even more special.
So, by booking, you take the stress out of on-site organization and ensure you secure your preferred time and route. This advance planning allows you to focus entirely on enjoying the ride without worrying about logistics, making the entire experience smoother and more enjoyable. You also have the possibility to choose from different packages with various options. So you benefit from an even more immersive Venetian adventure.
A gondola ride in Venice is more than just a tourist activity; it is a cultural and historical immersion that captures the essence of this extraordinary city. It's an experience that allows you to slow down, soak in the beauty, and connect with Venice on a deeper level, making it a must-see for any visitor.
We can also offer you excursions to visit Murano, Burano and Torcello. These islands are famous for their traditions of glassmaking, lace and colorful houses.
A guided walking tour of Venice can also complement your gondola experience, allowing you to stroll through bustling St. Mark's Square or the elegant Rialto Bridge.
With VivoVenetia you have the opportunity to visit Venice classics like St. Mark's Basilica, but our primary vision is above all sustainable tourism. This is why you will also find many activities that are out of the ordinary such as manufacturing workshops, culinary discoveries... We want to discover Venice in an authentic way, an alternative to mass tourism.
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