Guided Walk and Gondola Ride Experience in Venice
Discover Venice’s hidden gems on this unique guided tour, blending a walking exploration with an unforgettable gondola ride. Begin by admiring the iconic Rialto Bridge before your guide leads you to a secluded courtyard, home to the stunning Scala del Bovolo—a masterpiece of Venetian architecture blending Gothic and Renaissance styles.
Continue through the historic streets, uncovering the charm of the area between Campo Sant’Angelo and the renowned Teatro La Fenice. Along the way, your guide will share captivating stories about Venice’s rich history and culture.
The experience concludes with a traditional gondola ride, gliding through narrow canals and the breathtaking Grand Canal. This perfect combination of walking and gondola touring offers a unique perspective of Venice’s beauty, history, and timeless allure.
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Guided Walk and Gondola Ride Experience in Venice
What's included in Guided Walk and Gondola Ride Experience in Venice
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Venice
Explore the enchanting heart of Venice on a guided walking tour through its most iconic and hidden treasures. Wander through picturesque alleys and lively squares, as your expert guide unveils the city’s rich history, art, and culture. Admire architectural masterpieces like St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and learn about the fascinating history of the Republic of Venice. Stroll along the Grand Canal, cross the renowned Rialto Bridge, and discover charming corners off the beaten path, filled with local charm and traditions. This tour immerses you in the essence of Venice, from its bustling markets to its serene canals, offering captivating stories and insights at every turn. Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers, this experience will leave you with unforgettable memories of Venice’s beauty and timeless allure.
The Grand Canal is the vibrant heart of Venice, winding through the city in a unique display of beauty and history. This iconic canal, approximately 4 km long, is lined with majestic Renaissance and Gothic palaces, reflecting centuries of Venetian splendor. Gliding along its waters feels like traveling back in time, passing landmarks such as the Rialto Bridge and the Accademia Bridge, which connect the city’s sides. Hop on a gondola or vaporetto and marvel at the stunning views of historic buildings and colorful facades that define Venice’s unmistakable landscape. Along the way, you’ll uncover fascinating stories about the Republic of Venice and its influential merchants and artists. The Grand Canal is more than a waterway; it’s a sensory experience that captures the charm and magic of Venice, leaving an unforgettable impression on every visitor.
Inclusions
- Guided tour
- Gondola ride
- Transport
- Food and Drink
- Ticket for Campo Santa Maria Formosa
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The gondola ride is not private but is shared with other participants.
- The seat on the gondola cannot be chosen but will be assigned by our gondolier
- IMPORTANT: The tour is not private, it is a shared tour
- Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 individuals.
- The itinerary is subject to change in case of inclement weather.
- Children up to 2 years old do not pay, only if they do not occupy a seat on the gondola
- When you book, pass us your whatsapp number, we will send you a voucher, via whatsapp, which you must present on the day of the tour.
- Once you arrive at the meeting point, you must enter the Aliguna Ticket Office, show the voucher, which we will send you via whatsapp, and receive the tickets. If you have any doubts, you can ask our desk colleagues
- Important, we ask you to arrive 20 minutes before the departure of the tour, rightly so because you have to show your voucher at the ticket office, and receive the tickets from our colleagues, ok
- If you don't arrive in time, or you miss the meeting point you will lose the tour. If you miss the tour, you will not get a refund
- If the gondola tour is canceled due to bad weather, the customer will receive a refund of 30 euro per person.
- 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
- Gondola departure times may vary at the discretion of the gondoliers. It may happen that once you have checked in you still have to wait (maximum 1 hour) beyond the requested time.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Upon arriving at the meeting point, enter the Alilaguna ticket office, present the voucher sent via WhatsApp, and collect your tickets. Please arrive 20 minutes early to ensure you don’t miss the tour. Late arrivals or missed tours are non-refundable.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
When you book, pass us your whatsapp number, we will send you a voucher, via whatsapp, which you must present on the day of the tour. Once you arrive at the meeting point, you must enter the Aliguna Ticket Office, show the voucher, which we will send you via whatsapp, and receive the tickets. If you have any doubts, you can ask our desk colleagues
