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Get on a gondola and cross the marvelous Grand Canal: admire Venice and its fascinating palaces

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The Gondola is Painted Black by Law
Since a 16th-century sumptuary law, all gondolas must be painted black to prevent wealthy families from competing with one another in lavish decoration. The regulation still holds today!

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They’re Surprisingly Long — and Flat
A gondola measures about 11 meters (36 feet) in length and is extremely flat-bottomed, making it ideal for navigating the shallow and narrow Venetian canals.

Gondolas are Steered with a Single Oar
The gondolier uses just one oar, mounted on a special pivot called a “forcola.” Its unique design allows multiple rowing angles and steering techniques with impressive precision.

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Each Gondola is Custom-Made to the Gondolier
The construction is tailored to the gondolier’s height, weight, and rowing style, helping to maintain the delicate balance and control of the boat on the water.

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

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  1. St. Mark's Basin and Bridge of Sighs: breathtaking gondola ride to live the romantic side of Venice
  2. Skip-the-line service to embark on your gondola saving your precious time
  3. The Gondola Gallery: immersive Virtual Reality experience of Venice in the past
  • 45 minutes (15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience and 30-minute shared gondola ride)
English, Italian, French, Spanish, German (commentary by mobile app)
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Grand Canal by Gondola with Live Commentary + Gondola Gallery

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  1. Palaces and bridges along the Grand Canal: admire breathtaking sceneries
  2. Discover fascinating stories and curiosities about the gondola with a professional live commentary
  3. The Gondola Gallery: immersive Virtual Reality experience of Venice in the past
  • 50 minutes (20-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience and 30-minute shared gondola ride)
English, French, Spanish and Italian
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Grand Canal Gondola Serenade

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  1. Experience the magic of Venice with a peculiar small-group gondola ride along the Grand Canal
  2. Discover the rich history and tradition of Venetian gondolas with our knowledgeable guide
  3. Glide under small bridges and take in the breathtaking atmosphere of the Grand Canal, the perfect location for live music played by professional musicians and singers
  • 40 minutes (10 minutes of introductory walking tour to the gondola experience and 30 minutes of shared gondola serenade)
No commentary
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4.6 (1157 Reviews)

Authentic Venice: Off-the-Beaten-Path Historical Center, Rialto Bridge & Iconic Gondola Ride – Small Group

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  1. Dreamy Gondola ride to enjoy the most romantic bridge of Venice, the Bridge of Sighs
  2. Professional and local guide who will spoil you hidden corners and secrets of Venice
  • 3 hours approx. (2-hour shared walking tour of Venice with local and expert guide, 15-minute introductory walking tour to the gondola experience and 30-minute shared gondola ride)
English, French, Spanish, German and Italian
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Romantic Private Gondola Ride

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  1. Experience a unique private and romantic gondola ride along Grand Canal
  2. Share unrepeatable moments only with those you love
  • 30 minutes of private gondola ride
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