Venice Private Tour for Families with Gondola Ride
Overview
Discover the magic of Venice on this exclusive private tour, designed specifically for families with children.
Begin your adventure at St. Mark's Basilica, where your guide will bring to life the stunning mosaics and intricate decorations of this Golden Church, one of Venice’s most recognizable landmarks.
Visit the majestic Doge’s Palace, the residence of Venetian rulers for centuries.
No trip to Venice is complete without a private gondola ride. Glide through the city's charming canals, soaking in the serene beauty of Venice from the water.
To make your experience even more memorable, enjoy a special Murano Glass-blowing demonstration by a true Venetian master at one of the island’s renowned glass factories.
Why Choose This Tour?
Family-Friendly Focus: Designed for families with kids, making it fun and educational.
Seamless Experience: Skip the crowds and explore Venice at your own pace, with a private guide and personalized attention.
Book your unforgettable family tour today!
What's Included
- Private tour
- Entry/Admission - Doge's Palace
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- 30 minute private gondola ride
- Professional guide
- Kids friendly guide for 2 hours
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica di San Marco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponte dei Sospiri
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Doge's Palace
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If you arrive late you might loose a part of the tour
- Optional: we can book a Gondola ride for you and your children, it will be an amazing experience!
- Please note: if you need the wheelchair, you may not be able to access all the areas of the attractions (gondola included), due to architectural restrictions
- Please note: in some areas of the attractions the stroller may be carried by yourself in your arms, due to architectural restrictions
- Please note: Your tour includes a Murano Blowing glass demo held true venetian master in a Blowing Glass Factory.
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Activity code: C-21175P18
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- Private tour.
- Entry/Admission - Doge's Palace.
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
- 30 minute private gondola ride.
- Professional guide.
- Kids friendly guide for 2 hours.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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 Venice Private Tour for Families with Gondola Ride is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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 Venice Private Tour for Families with 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
- Private tour
- Entry/Admission - Doge's Palace
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- 30 minute private gondola ride
- Professional guide
- Kids friendly guide for 2 hours
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If you arrive late you might loose a part of the tour
- Optional: we can book a Gondola ride for you and your children, it will be an amazing experience!
- Please note: if you need the wheelchair, you may not be able to access all the areas of the attractions (gondola included), due to architectural restrictions
- Please note: in some areas of the attractions the stroller may be carried by yourself in your arms, due to architectural restrictions
- Please note: Your tour includes a Murano Blowing glass demo held true venetian master in a Blowing Glass Factory.
