Tour Enchanting Venice Majestic City Walk and Gondola Ride
Overview
Explore Venice's iconic landmarks on an unforgettable journey. Visit St. Mark's Square, where architectural wonders like St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Renaissance clock tower await. Meander through Castello's elegant residential district, crossing charming bridges and strolling down picturesque alleys.
Discover the treasures of campo Santa Maria Formosa and campo San Giovanni & Paolo, home to the majestic Basilica and historic sites like Marco Polo's residence and the Malibran theatre. Our knowledgeable guide shares Venice's rich history and architectural marvels.
The walking tour concludes at St. Mark's Square, passing through the bustling Mercerie shopping street.
Then, immerse yourself in Venice's essence with a Gondola ride from campo San Moisè. Glide gracefully along the Grand Canal, admiring stunning architecture and uncovering hidden entrances to opulent palaces and secluded corners.
What's Included
- Gondola ride
- Guided tour
- Transport
- Food
- Drink
- Ticket for Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Piazza San Marco
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Campo Santa Maria Formosa
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponte di Rialto
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Canal Grande
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Teatro La Fenice
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponte de le Ostreghe
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- The gondola tour has a maximum capacity of 5 people, the walking tour up to 15 people
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-437758P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Gondola ride.
- Guided tour.
- Transport.
- Food.
- Drink.
- Ticket for Campo Santa Maria Formosa.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tour Enchanting Venice Majestic City Walk and Gondola Ride is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tour Enchanting Venice Majestic City Walk and Gondola Ride will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Gondola ride
- Guided tour
- Transport
- Food
- Drink
- Ticket for Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- The gondola tour has a maximum capacity of 5 people, the walking tour up to 15 people
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
