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!
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.
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.
Experience the magic of Venice with a peculiar small-group gondola ride along the Grand Canal
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
The Gondola Gallery Experience: Discover the secrets of a gondola and relive centuries of Grand Canal history with a 3D journey
Dreamy Gondola ride to enjoy the most romantic bridge of Venice, the Bridge of Sighs
Professional and local guide who will spoil you hidden corners and secrets of Venice
The Gondola Gallery Experience: Discover the secrets of a gondola and relive centuries of Grand Canal history with a 3D journey
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)
