Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride
Overview
Discover the timeless magic of Venice with an unforgettable experience combining a 90-minute guided walking tour and a 30-minute traditional gondola ride. Begin in the iconic St. Mark's Square and follow your expert guide through the authentic streets of the Castello district, where hidden canals, peaceful squares, and centuries of history reveal the city's true character. Visit the magnificent Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, admire the legendary home of Marco Polo, and uncover fascinating stories of Venice's glorious past before returning to St. Mark's Square. Enjoy approximately 45 minutes of free time to relax, explore at your own pace, or take memorable photos. Then, board a traditional Venetian gondola and glide through charming canals to the breathtaking Grand Canal, passing magnificent palaces, the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, and the world-famous La Fenice Theatre. A perfect blend of history, culture, and Venice's most iconic tradition.
What's Included
- Gondola ride
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Campo San Zaccaria
4683, 30122 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 (pass by)
Castello (pass by)
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo (pass by)
Casa di Marco Polo (pass by)
Piazza San Marco (pass by)
Campo San Zaccaria (pass by)
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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Maximum of 25 people on each tour
- The second part of the tour (gondola ride) is unguided
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride?
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Activity code: C-43356P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Gondola ride.
- Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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 Walking Tour 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 Venice Walking Tour 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
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Maximum of 25 people on each tour
- The second part of the tour (gondola ride) is unguided
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
