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Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice

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Experience a peculiar small-group gondola ride with singer and musician along the Grand Canal and romantic canals.

Our knowledgeable guide will provide a short introduction to the history and traditions of Venetian gondolas.

While you are comfortably seated on the gondola, the gondolier will take you through the labyrinth of canals where you will see enchanting sights such as La Fenice Theatre, Mozart's House, Peggy Guggenheim's Palace, Punta della Dogana and the Accademia Bridge.

Experience the Gondola Gallery — discover the secrets of Venice’s iconic boat through original tools, a detailed cross-section, and the craftsmanship that has shaped gondolas for centuries. Then, embark on a timeless virtual experience aboard a gondola, gliding through Venice’s iconic canals as history and tradition come to life around you

What's Included

  • Journey in the past by gondola Virtual Reality Experience
  • Singer and musician on gondola ride
  • 10-minute introduction to the serenade experience
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Calle San Gallo
1093/, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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What To Expect

Canal Grande (Pass By)

“The most beautiful road in the world”, this is how the Grand Canal is known as. Gondola serenades have always been part of Venetian culture, an unchanged tradition for an unchageable city. If you look around, what you will see is almost exactly what a nobleman in the 18th century might have looked upon, and before him a Renaissance courtesan and before him a merchant in the Middle Ages.
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Teatro La Fenice (Pass By)

Once one of 7 major theatres in the city, today the Fenice is Venice’s one and only opera house. It is surely a jewel among European theatres, and began to shine from the beginning, as the best composers of the age wrote and performed their operas here, among which Bellini, Donizetti and Rossini. But it was Giuseppe Verdi who is most attached to the Fenice and to Venetian memory.
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Palazzo Gritti Badoer (Pass By)

The Gritti Palace takes its name from the Gritti family, an old Venetian family, the most important member being Andrea Gritti, who was Doge of Venice in the Renaissance, and led the Venetian armies against the League of Cambrai, composed by France, Spain, Holy Roman who attempted to stop Venice’s expansionist goals in France.
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Peggy Guggenheim Collection (Pass By)

Peggy Guggenheim Collection, one of the most important art collections in the world. Peggy Guggenheim, originally from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and began to satisfy art addiction buying this wonderful building where she displayed invaluable artworks to the world. The beautiful terrace you see is where Guggenheim sun-bathed regularly looking onto the Grand Canal.
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Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute (Pass By)

Here, as you come into the Grand Canal you are opened to the church of the Madonna della Salute.The first thing that strikes a viewer is how imposing the church is, strategically placed at the entrance of the Grand Canal looking out onto the rest of the city in every direction, thanks to its circular shape.Today, ever 21 November the city celebrates the Madonna della Salute in memory of the end of the plague
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Campanile di San Marco (Pass By)

From your gondola, you will see the basin of St. Mark's and the marvelous bell tower with the base of its incredible square.
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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
  • 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
  • The gondola route may change due to weather, canal maintenance, or tides.
  • Duration may be slightly less than 30 minutes.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice?

A: 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. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.19 out of 5 stars based on 112 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice?
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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
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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 (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Journey in the past by gondola Virtual Reality Experience.
  • Singer and musician on gondola ride.
  • 10-minute introduction to the serenade experience.
  • Dinner (if option is selected).
  • Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section.
  • 30-minute approx. shared gondola ride.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Grand Canal Romantic Gondola Serenade in Venice will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Journey in the past by gondola Virtual Reality Experience
  • Singer and musician on gondola ride
  • 10-minute introduction to the serenade experience
  • Dinner (if option is selected)
  • Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
  • 30-minute approx. shared gondola ride
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Gondola Ride does not operate in case of exceptionally bad weather, high/low tide (in these cases it can be postponed the days after otherwise it will be refunded)
  • Each gondola can hold a maximum of 5 people; the seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on guests' weight
  • The gondola serenade includes a pair of musicians (a singer and a musician) who will be boarded in one of the gondolas to perform throughout the trip; there are not musicians on each gondola; to permit all participants to listen the serenade, the musicians will board on a gondola in the centre of the row
  • 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
  • The gondola route may change due to weather, canal maintenance, or tides.
  • Duration may be slightly less than 30 minutes.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult; free under 2 years if not occupying a seat.
  • Not fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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  • 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 (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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