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Venice Gondola Tours & Tickets 2025 – VIP Access

Glide through the serene canals of Venice in style with exclusive VIP gondola access. Enjoy a private ride escorted by a local gondolier, sip authentic Prosecco, and take in the city’s timeless architecture and hidden waterways. Upgrade your experience with live serenades or a sunset cruise for the ultimate Venetian evening.

  • Private gondola ride with skip-the-line boarding
  • Complimentary Prosecco & optional live serenade
  • Insider insights from your expert Venetian gondolier
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
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Elegant gondola gliding under Venetian bridges at sunset

Venice Gondola Tours & Tickets 2025 – VIP Access

Experience Venice’s iconic canals in style with exclusive skip-the-line gondola rides and VIP options for an unforgettable adventure.

Venice: Grand Canal Gondola Ride with App Commentary

Venice: Grand Canal Gondola Ride with App Commentary

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★★★★☆ 4.14 (20,052)

Glide along the Grand Canal with an informative app guide for a seamless Venetian cruise.

  • Skip-the-line
  • App commentary
  • Grand Canal
From €34 per person
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Venice: Grand Canal by Gondola with Live Commentary

Venice: Grand Canal by Gondola with Live Commentary

VIP

★★★★☆ 4.12 (14,744)

Learn local history with live narration as you drift past Venice’s stunning landmarks.

  • Live commentary
  • Skip-the-line
  • Romantic
From €39 per person
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Venice: Private Gondola Cruise for up to 5 Passengers

Venice: Private Gondola Cruise for up to 5 Passengers

VIP

★★★☆☆ 3.71 (3,611)

Enjoy a personalized private ride for your group, complete with expert gondolier insights.

  • Private
  • Up to 5 people
  • Custom route
From €139 per group
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Venice: Shared Gondola Through breathtaking Bridge of Sighs

Venice: Shared Gondola Through Bridge of Sighs

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★★★★☆ 3.99 (328)

Sail under the iconic Bridge of Sighs in an intimate shared gondola experience.

  • Shared
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Scenic
From €35 per person
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Venice: Off the Beaten Path Private Gondola Ride

Venice: Off the Beaten Path Private Gondola Ride

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★★★★☆ 4.21 (501)

Explore hidden canals away from the crowds with an exclusive private gondola tour.

  • Private
  • Hidden canals
  • Exclusive
From €79.50 per person
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Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Grand Canal

Venice: Private Gondola Ride along Grand Canal

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★★★☆☆ 3.86 (2,641)

Relax on a luxury private gondola as you float past Venice’s most famous landmarks.

  • Private
  • Grand Canal
  • Luxury
From €149 per group
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Venice Gondola Tours & Tickets 2025 – VIP Access

Glide through Venice’s iconic waterways with exclusive VIP gondola rides. Choose from app-supported commentary, live narration, shared or private cruises—day or night—for an unforgettable Venetian experience.

Gondola Ride on the Grand Canal with App Commentary

Grand Canal Ride with App Commentary

Explore Venice’s grandest waterway while listening to insightful app-based narration.

From €27.86

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Live Commentary Gondola Ride

Grand Canal Ride with Live Commentary

Let your gondolier share live stories as you pass palaces, theatres and hidden canals.

From €35.32

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Shared Gondola Ride Across Grand Canal

Shared Gondola Ride Across Grand Canal

Join up to 5 others on a 30-minute journey through serene Venetian waterways.

From €29.85

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Private Gondola Ride along Grand Canal

Private Ride along Canal Grande

Enjoy an intimate, romantic gondola cruise past Venice’s most famous landmarks.

From €128.37

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Types of Gondola Rides

App commentary, live narration, shared, private, daytime & nighttime.

  • App Commentary: Self-guided insights via mobile app.
  • Live Commentary: Real-time stories from your gondolier.
  • Shared Ride: Up to 6 guests, 30-minute tour.
  • Private Ride: Exclusive experience for up to 5 passengers.
  • Nighttime Cruise: 30-minute serene evening journey.

Venice Gondola Tour Prices 2025

Prices from €27.86 to €161.18 depending on type and duration.

  • App Commentary: €27.86 (25–30 min)
  • Live Commentary: €35.32 (incl. 20-min walk)
  • Shared Ride: €29.85 (30 min)
  • Private Daytime: from €128.37 (30/45 min)
  • Sunset Serenade: from €99.00

Venice Gondola Tours Opening Hours & Best Times

9:00 AM–9:00 PM daily; mornings & evenings for fewer crowds.

Peak season (Jun–Aug) can be busy; consider Apr–May or Sep–Oct for mild weather.

Sunset rides begin ~1 hr before dusk—ideal for romance and cooler temps.

Early slots avoid long lines at popular boarding points.

Tips for a Unique Gondola Ride

Book early, choose private, bring layers, explore quiet stops.

  • Combine with Venice Pass for multi-attraction savings.
  • Pre-book high-demand time slots a week in advance.
  • Dress smart casual; rooftop can be breezy—pack a light jacket.
  • Capture photos at lesser-known disembark points.

Getting at Venice Gondola & Boarding Points

Embark near Rialto, St Mark’s Square or Hotel Bauer—details on your e-ticket.

  • Venezia-Santa Lucia Station: 5-min walk to main docks.
  • Rialto Bridge: Central hub for private & shared operators.
  • Hotel Bauer Station: Premium evening departures.
  • Exact GPS coords provided on confirmation email.

Venice Gondola Ticket Cancellation & Refund Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hrs before departure. Full refund guaranteed.

  • Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hrs before start time.
  • No-show or late cancellations: no refund.
  • Weather-related cancellations: full refund or rebooking.
  • All changes handled via your booking confirmation link.

Venice Gondola Tour Accessibility & Special Requests

Wheelchair-friendly docks, dietary options & private guide requests.

  • Most boarding points have ramp access; note in advance if needed.
  • Comfortable seating cushions available—request before sailing.
  • Special celebrations (birthdays, proposals): add champagne or live serenade.
  • Multilingual guides available upon request (French, German, Japanese).

Venice Gondola Highlights

From the Grand Canal’s grand palaces to secluded backwaters and starlit night rides, discover the magic of Venice from the water.

Bridge of Sighs

Bridge of Sighs

Legendary covered bridge linking Doge’s Palace and the old prison.

Peggy Guggenheim Palace

Peggy Guggenheim Palace

Grand canal palace housing a renowned modern art collection.

Salute Church

Salute Church

Iconic baroque basilica crowning the entrance to the Grand Canal.

St Mark’s Basin

St Mark’s Basin

Wide lagoon at Venice’s heart—prime spot for sunset reflections.

Venice Gondola Tours & Tickets 2025

Everything you need to know before booking your Venice gondola adventure—from pricing and boarding points to cancellation policies.

Explore More Venice Attractions

Glide through storied canals and skip the crowds at Venice’s icons — curated tickets, timed entries, and flexible tours.

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  • Skip-the-line options
  • Free cancellation
Venice: Grand Canal Gondola Ride with App Commentary

Grand Canal Gondola Ride

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