Grand Canal Tours and Tickets

Explore the romantic canals of Venice the way that locals have for centuries on a 30-minute shared gondola ride. Climb aboard one of the ornate carved vessels and settle into your seat as a professional gondolier navigates past ancient palazzos, under footbridges and through scenes of daily life in the captivating city-on-the-sea. It's a quintessential Venetian experience not to be missed!

Explore Venice's grandest attractions by land and water all in one afternoon on this great-value combo tour. Step inside the opulent former seat of the mighty Venetian Republic on a skip-the-line tour of the Doge's Palace, and then discover the island's hidden historic treasures on a guided walk along winding streets and canals. Glide through these famous waterways on a classic Venetian gondola ride, and then explore a trio of museums in St. Mark's Square at your leisure with an included ticket.

Explore Venice the way it was meant to be seen - from the water. On this motor boat tour along the famous Grand Canal, get the best views of ancient palaces and the dazzling monuments of St. Mark's Square, learning the history behind them from a guide. You'll also venture into smaller side canals for a glimpse into daily life in the 'floating city.'

Enjoy two quintessential Venetian experiences with this combo glassblowing and gondola tour. Watch a master artisan transform molten glass into unique and delicate art at at a factory showroom near St. Mark's Square, and receive a glass souvenir to take home. Then, cruise through the city's famous waterways on a 30-minute gondola ride that takes you along the most beautiful stretch of the Grand Canal and past landmarks like Teatro La Fenice and the Punta della Dogana.

Experience the best of Venice by land and by sea on a 2-hour combo walking and gondola tour. Stroll through the city's narrow alleyways and historic piazzas with a guide, stopping in front of iconic attractions like the Rialto Bridge, Teatro La Fenice opera house and the mysterious Bovolo Staircase. Then, climb aboard a traditional Venetian gondola for a romantic ride through the city's canals - a must-do activity when visiting 'The Floating City!'

Discover Venice's hidden gems on a 2-hour cruise through the city's secret canals. Watch scenes of daily Venetian life as you glide through the lesser-known neighborhoods of Cannaregio, Dorsoduro and the Jewish Ghetto. A guide will share insight into the city's history, architecture and local legends. For a grand finale, head out into the wider waters of the Grand Canal and float beneath the iconic Rialto Bridge. Numbers are limited to nine people on this small-group tour for a more intimate experience.

Get a true Venetian experience on this 3-hour private tour. Follow your guide around the city and see the famous Piazza San Marco, Doges Palace, and the Basilica as you listen to the history of the Italian city. Then take a private boat along the Grand Canal and see the city from a different perspective and how people navigated the city for hundreds of years.

See the best of Venice in a day on a tour that combines a guided walk with a cruise along the bustling Grand Canal. Hear the history of St Mark's Square and Rialto Bridge from a guide, and visit St Mark's Basilica with a skip-the-line ticket to beat the long admission lines. Discover the tucked-away treasures of Venice's backstreets and charming canals, and then finish on a high note: a water taxi cruise on the Grand Canal.

Glide along one of the world's most famous waterways with a romantic gondola ride on the Grand Canal in Venice. Choose from a private or shared ride, and watch passing boats, palazzos, and magnificent Renaiassnce and Baroque architecture from aboard a traditional Venetian gondola. It's a quintessential experience when visiting the 'Floating City.'

Explore the seductive side of Venice with a private tour of Casanova sites in this romantic city. Follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous personalities to ever live in Venice. Visit places in the city where real events in his life took place, including the Rialto Market. Learn about 18th century Venetian history from your knowledgeable guide as you go.

Beat the crowds at the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice for a rock 'n' roll night out complete with stunning canal views. Skip the long line when you arrive and head straight to your table. Enjoy classic American fare surrounded by memorabilia from all your favorite musicians, and customize your experience with your choice of a two- or three-course meal.

Experience Venice in the most Venetian way possible: via a 35-minute shared gondola ride while being serenaded. Choose between an afternoon or evening ride and then hop on the six-person gondola by a gondolier who is clad in traditional garb. Then begin the ride, as part of a group of eight different gondolas, with a singer aboard one of the boats. In addition to the song being sun to you, enjoy the sites of Venice's main landmarks, including the grand Canal and Palazzo Barberino.

St. Mark's Basilica, with its walls covered in golden mosaics, is one of Venice's most popular historical landmarks - and it often has the crowds to show for it. On this exclusive tour, you'll skip the lines for quicker access to the Byzantine splendors inside, and enjoy a scenic, guided stroll through St. Mark's Square. Upgrade to include a gondola ride along the Grand Canal.

Feel the romance of a classic Venetian experience with a serenaded gondola ride through Venice's famed canals, capped off by dinner or lunch at a renowned local eatery. Settle into a traditional gondola boat for a 35-minute ride through the Grand Canal and some of the city's smaller waterways, while onboard musicians provide a passionate soundtrack of Italian ballads. Savor an authentic Venetian meal at the top-rated Hostaria Ai Coristi Restaurant to conclude your enchanted evening or afternoon tour.

Taste your way through the backstreet bars of Venice with this delicious food and wine tour. Follow your local guide to five different 'enotecas' (wine bars) to discover where local Venetians go to drink and mingle. At each stop, sample regional wines and Prosecco served alongside plates of the popular Venetian appetizers called 'cicchetti.' Group size is limited to 14 to ensure a personalized experience.

First time in Venice? Maximise your time in the city with a full-day itinerary that ticks off all the most memorable attractions. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Next, access St. Mark's Basilica and gaze down over the city from the cathedral's rooftop terrace. Finally, enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people ensuring a personalized experience.

Cover the highlights of Venice in a single day during this whirlwind small-group trip from Rome. Travel comfortably in a scenic, high-speed train, and enjoy front-door hotel transfers for a VIP experience. Hit all the main attractions - from Saint Mark's Square to the Grand Canal - with a private guide on-hand to give you enriching historical background on the UNESCO-listed city and lagoon.

Get acquainted with Venice's highlights on this small-group tour via water and land. Spend seven hours visiting the city's landmarks such as the Rialto Bridge and San Marco, then take a traghetto gondola ferry over to Murano for a visit to the glass factory. Lunch and round-trip ferry ticket included. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people or fewer.

Experience the history and romance of Venice with a shared 30-minute gondola ride through the city's famous canals. Save time and money by pre-booking your ride, and then relax and take in the scenery as a professional gondolier guides a beautifully handcrafted boat along the palaces of the Grand Canal and through smaller, atmospheric waterways brimming with charm.

Uncover the secrets of 'Serenissima' on this small-group walking and boat tour of Venice. Break away from crowds to explore the city's charm by land and water, beginning with a stroll through the enchanting squares and sidestreets of the Castello district. Then, board a motorboat for a cruise through the city's famous canals, culminating at the bustling open-air Rialto Market.