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Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice

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Venice, Italy
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

A private experience, combining an exclusive private gondola ride with a personalized guided walking tour. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups..

3-hour private tour: A comprehensive journey combining a serene private gondola ride for half an hour (exclusive to your group) and expert-led exploration.

The Ultimate Venice Highlights: This itinerary is designed to cover almost all the major landmarks and Hidden Gems of Venice.

10-minute "Venetian Break": A short scheduled rest to relax, recharge, and soak in the local atmosphere.

Personalized & Expert-led: Enjoy the full attention of a local expert guide with a flexible pace tailored to your needs.

Small Group Exclusivity: Ideal for those seeking privacy; maximum of 10 guests per booking.

What's Included

  • Flexible Itinerary (Your Tour, Your way)
  • Flexible Meeting Point
  • Half an Hour of Private Gondola Ride
  • Tickets and entrances
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo San Rocco
30125 Venezia VE, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Fondamenta de l'Osmarin
4963, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy

We will end the tour with the story of Carnival of Venice.

What To Expect

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Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (pass by)

Frari Basilica: A Gothic titan housing Titian’s "Assumption." Marvel at grand tombs, Donatello’s wood carvings, and centuries of Venetian history inside this red-brick masterpiece.
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Scuola Grande Di San Rocco (pass by)

Scuola di San Rocco: Admire the "Sistine Chapel of Venice" from outside. A white marble jewel of the Renaissance, built to honor the saint of plagues with its stunning, intricate facade.
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Church of San Pantalon (pass by)

San Pantalon: Look up! Marvel at the world’s largest oil canvas—over 400sqm of 3D-like Baroque drama. A breathtaking masterpiece by Fumiani that turns the ceiling into a golden gateway to heaven.
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Campo Santa Margherita (pass by)

Campo Santa Margherita: The heart of Venetian social life. A vibrant, sun-drenched square where locals meet for coffee or Spritz amidst student buzz and historic red-brick houses.
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Ponte dei Pugni

Ponte dei Pugni: The Bridge of Fists! Spot the marble footprints where rival clans fought for glory. Legend says losers were tossed into the canal—no railings, just raw Venetian pride.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campo San Barnaba (pass by)

Campo San Barnaba: A movie star square! See the iconic floating fruit boat and visit the church transformed into the Leonardo da Vinci Museum, where his wooden inventions come to life.
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Ponte dell'Accademia

Accademia Bridge: The Grand Canal’s only wooden bridge! A romantic spot for the city's most breathtaking photos. Capture the perfect Venice skyline from this unique wooden masterpiece.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campo Santo Stefano (pass by)

Campo Santo Stefano: A grand square featuring the "Book-Pooping" statue! See the monument of Niccolò Tommaseo, cheekily nicknamed by locals for the books piled oddly behind his legs.
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Piazza San Marco (pass by)

St. Mark’s Square: Napoleon’s "Drawing Room of Europe." Marvel at the golden Basilica and the clock tower in Venice’s grandest stage, where history meets the heart of the sea.
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Basilica di San Marco (pass by)

St. Mark’s Basilica: The "Church of Gold." Behold 8,000sqm of glittering mosaics and the majestic Pala d'Oro. A golden treasure chest of Venice’s imperial power and divine beauty.
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Torre dell'Orologio (pass by)

St. Mark’s Clock Tower: A Renaissance marvel! Watch the "Moors" strike the bell and see the golden lion above the zodiac dial. Venice’s grand timekeeper since 1499.
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Doge's Palace (pass by)

Doge’s Palace: The pink marble heart of Venice. Walk through grand halls and cross the Bridge of Sighs to the prison. A gothic masterpiece where laws were made and secrets kept.
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Ponte dei Sospiri (pass by)

Bridge of Sighs: Venice’s most romantic yet tragic icon. Imagine the final sighs of prisoners seeing the lagoon for the last time before entering the dark cells. A white limestone bridge of myth.
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Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II (pass by)

Victor Emmanuel II Statue: A giant bronze roar by the lagoon! Meet the "Father of the Fatherland" on horseback, guarding the grand entrance to Venice since 1887.
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Ca' del Sol (pass by)

Ca' del Sol: Step into a world of magic! See master artisans create authentic papier-mâché masks and stunning costumes. A colorful hidden gem where Venice’s Carnival spirit lives all year.
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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Flexible Itinerary (Your Tour, Your way)
  • Flexible Meeting Point
  • Half an Hour of Private Gondola Ride
  • 24/7 assistance during your stay in Venice
  • Private Tour Guided By A Local
  • Tickets and entrances

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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