Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice
Venice, Italy
40 minutes
On the Water
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Day Trips
What You Will Do
Experience a peculiar small-group gondola ride with singer and musician along the Grand Canal and romantic canals.
Our knowledgeable guide will provide a short introduction to the history and traditions of Venetian gondolas.
While you are comfortably seated on the gondola, the gondolier will take you through the labyrinth of canals where you will see enchanting sights such as La Fenice Theatre, Mozart's House, Peggy Guggenheim's Palace, Punta della Dogana and the Accademia Bridge.
Experience the Gondola Gallery — discover the secrets of Venice’s iconic boat through original tools, a detailed cross-section, and the craftsmanship that has shaped gondolas for centuries. Then, embark on a timeless virtual experience aboard a gondola, gliding through Venice’s iconic canals as history and tradition come to life around you
What's Included?
- Journey in the past by gondola Virtual Reality Experience
- Singer and musician on gondola ride
- 10-minute introduction to the serenade experience
- Dinner (if option is selected)
- Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
- 30-minute approx. shared gondola ride
What's Not Included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
**SHARED GONDOLA SERENADE (IF OPTION SELECTED)** The meeting point is at Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours office, close to San Marco Square **SHARED GONDOLA SERENADE WITH DINNER (IF OPTION SELECTED)** Dinner: Ai Coristi Restaurant
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Canal Grande
“The most beautiful road in the world”, this is how the Grand Canal is known as. Gondola serenades have always been part of Venetian culture, an unchanged tradition for an unchageable city. If you look around, what you will see is almost exactly what a nobleman in the 18th century might have looked upon, and before him a Renaissance courtesan and before him a merchant in the Middle Ages.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by CITY TOURS CO. LTD
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Gondola Ride does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather, high/low tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded)
- Each gondola can hold a maximum of 5 people; the seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on guests' weight
- The gondola serenade includes a pair of musicians (a singer and a musician) who will be boarded in one of the gondolas to perform throughout the trip; there are not musicians on each gondola; to permit all participants to listen the serenade, the musicians will board on a gondola in the centre of the row
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- The gondola route may change due to weather, canal maintenance, or tides.
- Duration may be slightly less than 30 minutes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; free under 2 years if not occupying a seat.
- Not fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian