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St. Mark's Basin Shared Gondola Ride + Gondola Gallery

1 hour

Easy

This adventure will ensure an unprecedented rendezvous, providing you with the key to unlock the heart and soul of Venice's charm! Discover the magic of the city on a gondola ride through the San Marco Basin and the Bridge of Sighs.

🌊✨ Glide into the Magic of Venice — Gondola Ride + San Marco History Gallery ✨🌊
Experience the enchanting soul of Venice on a timeless gondola ride through the sparkling waters of St. Mark’s Basin and its charming, hidden canals.

Begin your journey with a scenic glide past elegant bridges and secret passageways as your expert guide shares fascinating tales of Venetian gondolas — from their symbolic design to the centuries-old craftsmanship that makes each boat a masterpiece.

🛶 Gondola Ride
Step aboard and float gently through the city’s waterways, taking in the stunning views of San Marco’s historic heart. Snap unforgettable photos with your mobile devices and capture the romance and beauty that only Venice can offer — perfect for sharing on social media.

🎥 Gondola Gallery Experience – A Journey Through Centuries on the Grand Canal

Inside a stunning hall of a Venetian palace, discover the secrets of Venice’s most iconic boat. See a cross-section of a real gondola, touch a handcrafted oar, and explore the traditional techniques behind its construction. Step into a reconstructed felze (the classic gondola cabin) and enjoy a unique experience: a virtual journey along the Grand Canal through the centuries — just like a Venetian noble of the past.

Highlights:

✅ A guided gondola ride through St. Mark’s Basin and quaint inner canals
✅ Discover the heritage and artistry behind Venice’s most iconic boat
✅ Snap and share unforgettable views from the water
✅ Step into history with a stunning VR experience at the +San Marco History Gallery

📱 Enhance your adventure with our free EasyGuide mobile App — featuring bonus itineraries, hidden spots, and insider tips to explore Venice like a local.

Whether you're drawn by romance, tradition, or the call of discovery, this experience is your gateway to the heart of Venice — past and present.

What's included?
    • 30-minute shared gondola ride
    • Skip-the-line service
    • Gondola Gallery: 3D-VR journey across the centuries. Discover how Gondolas are built and see a sectioned one yourself
    • EasyGuide free mobile App
    Exclusions
      • Live commentary on board the gondola
      • Hotel pickup and drop-off
      • Food and drinks
      Please note
        • The gondola ride is NOT private but is shared with other participants.
        • The price is per person.
        • The tour for children under the age of 2 is FREE, only if children do not occupy their own seat in the gondola
        • This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility
        • Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people; the seat on board cannot be chosen, but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on the guests' weight.
        • Please note that the timing of the sunset may vary depending on the season in Venice
        • The itinerary may change in case of wind or bad weather.
        • Pets are not allowed on board the gondola
        • Digital and printed vouchers are accepted (to be shown to the staff at the meeting point)


        • No penalty for cancellation within 24 hrs before the tour. On line customer service 7 days a week, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
        • The tour does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather or exceptionally high/low tide (in these cases it will be rescheduled for the following day or refunded)
        • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time.
        What to bring

          Comfortable shoes