Sightseeing Cruises

Venice Classic Gondola Ride

Gondola ride through Venice canal with vibrant buildings and flowers.

Gondolas passing under the Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy.

Gondola with passengers on a canal in Venice during evening shared ride.

Gondola on Venice canal near Santa Maria della Salute basilica.

Duration

20 min - 1 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Glide through Venice’s canals on a shared 5-seater gondola, enjoy a guided walking tour, live commentary, and a VR journey through the city’s history, Operator: Venice City Tours

3.8/5

(873)

Abbey

Dec 2025

Verified booking

The meeting point was a little tricky to find considering the initial one on the ticket confirmation was incorrect but some lovely guides from other companies helped guide us to the right place. I was a little confused as I thought I had only booked a gondola ride, as that was all the information provided when I selected this option, but apparently a VR experience and short tour were also included. Which was fine, however my VR experience was in French and my partners was in Italian so neither of us knew what was happening. It was still nice though. The gondola ride was calm and lovely. I do recommend.

Christine

Dec 2025

Verified booking

That was a short, beautiful pleasure! Despite agreed appointment with additional waiting time of about 20 minutes for the gondola and then not quite 20 minutes ride time, as originally according to the plan vereibart (at least 3 minutes less), thus a star deduction.

Daniel

Sep 2025

Verified booking

The ride, which left from St Mark's and went under the Bridge of Sighs, was lovely. The organization of the trip, and the ride itself, were good. But I didn't feel that the tour organizer or the gondoliers went out of their way in terms of customer service. It all felt rather impersonal. We did it as a group though, in order to make sure we could go at the best time (nearing sunset). It was all fine, but nothing special.

Skip long lines at busy gondola stations with pre-booked tickets.

Enjoy a shared 5-seater gondola ride through the Grand Canal and quieter side canals.

Glide beneath iconic landmarks like the Bridge of Sighs and past St. Mark’s Square.

See Venice’s highlights including Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Phoenix Theatre, and Accademia Bridge.

Upgrade options include private rides, serenades, or a personal photographer for a memorable experience.

Shared gondola ride in Venice

Special route under the Bridge of Sighs (as per option selected)

La Fenice & Grand Canal Route (as per option selected)

Accademia & Grand Canal Route (as per option selected)

Private gondola ride (as per option selected)

Private gondola ride with serenade and personal photographer (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION20 minutes - 30 minutes
1 Boarding point
Get direction
Sights covered
Bridge of Sighs
Doge's Palace
St. Mark's Square
Square of Saint Mary the Beautiful
Waterfront of the Slavs
TOTAL DURATION20 minutes - 30 minutes
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
La Fenice Opera House
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Basilica of St. Mary of Health
Old Customs House
TOTAL DURATION20 minutes - 30 minutes
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
Accademia Bridge
Palazzo Barbarigo
Palazzo Grassi
Peggy Guggenheim Collection

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

873 reviews
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What our guests say
Irene
Jan 2026
Verified booking
A wonderful experience, a very friendly gondolier, everything organized to perfection. My eight-year-old son was overjoyed.
Gabriele
Jan 2026
Verified booking
molto bella forse un po poco il tempo per ogni isola
Gregory
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Everything about it was awesome
Abbey
Dec 2025
Verified booking
The meeting point was a little tricky to find considering the initial one on the ticket confirmation was incorrect but some lovely guides from other companies helped guide us to the right place. I was a little confused as I thought I had only booked a gondola ride, as that was all the information provided when I selected this option, but apparently a VR experience and short tour were also included. Which was fine, however my VR experience was in French and my partners was in Italian so neither of us knew what was happening. It was still nice though. The gondola ride was calm and lovely. I do recommend.
Christine
Dec 2025
Verified booking
That was a short, beautiful pleasure! Despite agreed appointment with additional waiting time of about 20 minutes for the gondola and then not quite 20 minutes ride time, as originally according to the plan vereibart (at least 3 minutes less), thus a star deduction.

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)

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