Skip the Line Guided Tour and Grand Canal by Gondola with Comentary in Small Group

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Full description In a short introductory walking tour your tour guide will tell you the fascinating history of the gondola and the gondoliers! On board you will then learn all about the palaces, churches and attractions around you. You will also discover some of the tales known only to Venetians!

During your pleasant gondola ride admire the Mozart House passing by the water entrance of the worldwide famous La Fenice Theatre proceed along the Rio (Canal) “De le Ostreghe” leading into the most charming part of the Gran Canal, and admire the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Once reached the Salute Church and Punta della Dogana area have a quick unique breathtaking view of the Doges Palace and of St. Marks’ Belltower. During this amazing gondola tour you will enjoy the most beautiful views of Venice!

At the end of the tour, you will receive a QR code to download a digital map with 2D images of Venice from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. You can compare some of the most fascinating places and discover how they appeared in different eras compared to today. Imagine that the Rialto Bridge was once a drawbridge and the Doge's Palace was once an authentic medieval castle!

Lastly, experience a ride in a unique virtual reality as you glide over the Grand Canal's tranquil waters at sunset over the centuries, and then discover the craftsmanship and secrets behind Venice's iconic boat with an up-close look at a sectioned model. Additional information The tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in this case it can be postponed to the later schedule/day after otherwise it will be refunded)Unfortunately the tour is not totally accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilitiesComfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggestedIt is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure timeEach gondola can host maximum 5 people; the seat aboard will be assigned by the gondolierThe itinerary could change in case of wind or bad weatherThe guide is aboard only one gondola, the participants on the other gondolas listen to her/him with the audio-devicesThe live commentary are in English, French, Spanish and ItalianAt the meeting point the multilingual staff provides the mobile app that Customers must dowload on their own devices (smartphone or tablet) to enjoy the commentary in German, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi and Russian Inclusions 20- minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience30-minute shared gondola rideProfessional, local guide who will explain the itinerary and history of gondolas and gondoliers Access to the mobile app with a QR code to see Venice in the pastJourney in the past by gondola Virtual Reality ExperienceThe Yard of Venice: discover the secrets of a sectioned gondola Exclusions Audio devices, earphonesHotel pick-up and drop-offFood and drinks, unless specifiedPersonal expenses during the tourOptional gratuitiesOther services not specified Cancellation Policy Free cancellation up to 24 h before the service.
Cancellations after this time limits or no show, no refund provided.

Meeting point

Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO) Calle larga de l'Ascension, 1257, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

From November 10th 2025, the meeting point will be:Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours office, close to San Marco Square
Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right passing under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight on to “Campo San Gallo”.