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Grand Canal and Venices Old Town Private Tour and Gondola

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Description

Summary

Starts

Hotel Savoia & Jolanda

Languages

German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, and Spanish

Difficulty

Easy

Admission

Mobile ticket

Description

Delve further into the best offerings of Italy with this Grand Canal and Venices Old Town Private Tour and Gondola. Let this private tour serve as your gateway to an unforgettable time in Venice, offering convenience, safety, and smooth transitions.

Throughout this experience, you’ll be guided through Gondola Ride, Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto, Rialto Bridge, Saint Mark's Basilica, and Grand Canal.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 7 languages: German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, and Spanish.

The starting point for this walking tour is located in Venice. The exact address is Riva degli Schiavoni, 4187, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Riva degli Schiavoni, 4187, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Make your time in Venice special by booking this private tour. Select a date and complete your reservation before it gets fully booked!

Included

(number of attractions depends on the selected option)

5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice

Interesting history facts, cultural anecdotes and legends of Venice

Private Walking Tour of the Grand Canal and Venice's Old Town with Gondola Ride and Doge’s Palace

Skip-the-line tickets to the Doge’s Palace (4,5-hour option only)

Tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride on the Grand Canal (2,5 and 4,5-hour options only)

Destinations

Venice

Map

Attractions

Doge's Palace

Options

2,5H: Canal+Old Town+Gondola

Duration: 6 days 6 hours: Book a 2-hour walking tour of the Grand Canal and Old Town. Includes tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride
,: with live commentary in Italian and English or multilingual mobile app guide.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITVE010

4,5H:Canal+Town+Gandola+Doge's

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: Book a 4-hour walking tour of the Grand Canal, Old Town and Doge’s Palace (skip-the-line tickets).
,: Includes tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride with live commentary in Italian and English or multilingual mobile app g
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITVE010

2H:GrandCanal&Old Town Walking

Duration: 2 hours: Book a walking tour of the Grand Canal and Old Town and see the Rialto Bridge, Ponte dell'Accademia
,: St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, and more.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ITVE010

Good to know

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 people during the walking tour.

Gondoliers do not approve of visitors eating or drinking in their gondolas. It is also not advisable to ask them to perform a serenade without a prior agreement and an additional fee.

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Live commentary during the gondola ride will be provided in English and Italian. Audio guide is available in 7 languages: Spanish, German, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, French and Hindi via a mobile app. Please bring your phone and headphones.

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

Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.

Public transportation options are available nearby

Skip-the-line tickets to Doge’s Palace grant you immediate entry at your booked time, without queueing at the ticket office. There are mandatory security checks. Headsets will be provided for groups larger than 10.

The 2,5- and 4,5-hour options include tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride. You should reserve 1 hour for this experience as it includes a short introduction to the history of gondolas in Venice.

The gondola ride is a separate attraction from the walking tour and your Private Guide will not participate in it. They will escort you to the gondola and provide all necessary information. It is not a private ride, so other people will join you. Each gondola can host a maximum of 6 people. Random seating will be arranged by the gondolier.

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

We recommend bringing an umbrella for your gondola ride to hide from the rain or strong sunshine.

Wheelchair accessible

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