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Grand Canal Gondola Ride

Name: Grand Canal Gondola Ride
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.2

4.2 ·

Step aboard the Grand Canal Gondola Ride for a classic view of Venice from the water. Hear the craft's story at the Gondola Gallery, then glide past the Salute church and palaces along the canal.

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Full description

A host explains the experience before an approximately 30-minute gondola ride that follows part of the Grand Canal and quieter waterways, with views of the Salute church and waterside palaces. Audio commentary is available through an app on your own phone.

At the Gondola Gallery you can examine boat components and tools, learn about the felze, the covered cabin of earlier gondolas, and see a virtual reconstruction of the historic canal. Packages vary, and private rides or extra attraction admissions carry their own conditions.

The lowest-priced shared option uses allocated seating, so a party may be split across the boat.

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Address

Calle S. Gallo, 1093, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy · Venezia

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Hours

Daily start windows of 10:30-11:50 and 13:30-16:00, ~30-minute ride plus an introduction and gallery visit.

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

30 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Start windows run 10:30-11:50 and 13:30-16:00
download the audio app before boarding
check your package, as shared seating may separate your group.

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Reviews

Jose Antonio – Spain | October 3, 2026 Emma's explanations gave the visitor a different perspective on Venice, with stories and details beyond the city's most familiar sights.

GetYourGuide traveler

1/5

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