• Londra Palace Venezia - Meet the guide in front of Hotel Londra Palace (across from the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II), Riva degli Schiavoni, 30100 Venezia VE, Italy. Please refrain from entering the building, as the staff are not briefed about the tour.
• St. Mark’s Square - The Private Guide will showcase the finest highlights of Venice and share the city’s captivating history and heritage. Participants will explore St. Mark’s Square and admire its stunning Venetian Gothic architecture, including the iconic St. Mark’s Basilica, St. Mark’s Bell Tower, the Doge’s Palace, and the unique Astrological Clock of Torre dell’Orologio.
• Rialto Bridge - Venice will enchant at every corner with its distinctive atmosphere, culture, and traditions.

The walking tour concludes at the Rialto Bridge, which links San Marco to San Polo.

• Gondola - Here, participants will bid farewell to the Private Guide and meet the Italian-English speaking gondolier, who will share the history of gondolas (also available via multilingual audio guide). They will enjoy a shared 30-minute gondola ride, highlighting the Grand Canal’s attractions. It’s an essential experience in Venice, the Floating City!

• Teatro La Fenice - Participants will view the beautiful Venetian Baroque facade of the Church of Santa Maria del Giglio, the renowned Teatro la Fenice, the iconic 15th-century Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo, and more.

• Tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride on the Grand Canal
• Lots of interesting facts about the history and culture of Venice
• Extended walking route with free entry to the Church of San Zaccaria (3,5-hour option only)
• Private Walking Tour of Venice’s Old Town Highlights
• Variety of attractions to explore (number varies by selected option)
• 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your preferred language

• Extended walking route that covers Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo (3-hour options only)

Take a dreamy gondola ride along the Grand Canal and traverse the city with a dedicated Private Guide. Visit landmarks like St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge, and more. Additional option: also includes visits to Chiesa di San Zaccaria, Campo Santo Stefano, and other locations.

Select from our premium tour choices designed to cater to your preferences and tastes:

2.5-hour: Brief Walking Tour of the Old Town & Gondola Sail
Explore St. Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge, and other places during a 2-hour walk through the Old Town under the guidance of a Private Guide. This also includes passes for a 30-minute communal gondola voyage with a commentary by the Gondolier or a mobile app guide.

3.5-hour: Comprehensive Walking Tour of the Old Town & Gondola Ride
See the Church of San Zaccaria, St. Mark’s Basilica, and Rialto Bridge featured in a 3-hour tour through the Old Town, guided by a Private Guide. This also includes tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola cruise with live explanation by the Gondolier or provided by a mobile app guide.

• Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
• For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 people during the walking tour.
• The 2,5- and 3,5-hour options include tickets for a 30-minute shared gondola ride. You should reserve 1 hour for this experience as it includes a short introduction to the history of gondolas in Venice.
• The gondola ride is a separate attraction from the walking tour and your Private Guide will not participate in it. They will escort you to the gondola and provide all necessary information. It is not a private ride, so other people will join you. Each gondola can host a maximum of 6 people. Random seating will be arranged by the gondolier.
• Live commentary during the gondola ride will be provided in English and Italian. Audio guide is available in 7 languages: Spanish, German, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, French and Hindi via a mobile app. Please bring your phone and headphones.
• Gondoliers do not approve of visitors eating or drinking in their gondolas. It is also not advisable to ask them to perform a serenade without a prior agreement and an additional fee.
• We recommend bringing an umbrella for your gondola ride to hide from the rain or strong sunshine.
• Guided tours inside the churches during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.