• Canal Grande - Known as “The most beautiful road in the world,” the Canal Grande offers a view that has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century. Imagine seeing what an 18th-century nobleman, a Renaissance courtesan, or a medieval merchant would have seen.
• Peggy Guggenheim Collection - The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is among the world’s most significant art collections. Peggy Guggenheim, originally from New York, arrived in Venice in 1949 and indulged her passion for art by acquiring this magnificent building to showcase priceless artworks. The stunning terrace is where Guggenheim often sunbathed, enjoying the view over the Canal Grande.
• Palazzo Gritti Badoer - Named after the Gritti family, an ancient Venetian lineage, the Gritti Palace’s most notable member was Andrea Gritti, the Doge of Venice during the Renaissance. Andrea Gritti led Venetian forces against the League of Cambrai, which included France, Spain, and the Holy Roman Empire, all of whom sought to curb Venice’s expansionist ambitions.
• Teatro La Fenice - Once one of seven major theatres in Venice, today La Fenice stands as the city’s sole opera house. It is a gem among European theatres, having hosted the works of the era’s greatest composers, including Bellini, Donizetti, and Rossini. However, Giuseppe Verdi is most closely associated with La Fenice and Venetian cultural memory.
• Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute - As you enter the Grand Canal, the imposing Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute greets you. Strategically positioned at the canal’s entrance, its circular shape offers views of the city in all directions.

Every year on November 21, the city commemorates the Madonna della Salute in remembrance of the end of the plague.

• The Yard of Venice Bookshop Gallery - We are a distinctive gallery where you can see and touch an authentic Venetian Gondola, the only place in Venice offering this experience. Discover the craftsmanship behind a Gondola, exploring every detail of this iconic vessel.

Experience 3D and VR: A Dive into the Past on a Gondola

Immerse yourself in a unique adventure with our 3D and VR technology. Virtually stroll through historic Venice, observe its monuments in their original splendor, and feel the genuine atmosphere of bygone eras. This experience allows you to step into history, becoming part of the narrative you are exploring.

• Venice Gallery Priority Admission
• 15-minute introduction to the gondola experience
• Multilingual staff at embarkation point
• Shared 30-minute gondola ride
• VR Experience - Journey in the past
• In-app commentary

• Hotel pick up
• Earphones
• Audio-devices

Discover the captivating charm of Venice as you glide through its romantic canals with an expert gondolier. Enjoy free access to an app that provides insightful commentary about your gondola experience. As you take in the breathtaking views of the Grand Canal, admire landmarks such as the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the historic Gritti Palace, along with renowned sites like La Fenice Theatre, Punta della Dogana, and the Mozart House.

At the conclusion of your ride, enjoy a stunning panorama of Saint Mark’s Basin and the picturesque San Giorgio Island.

For a truly immersive experience, indulge in a unique virtual reality segment that lets you glide over calm waters at sunset, witnessing Venice’s beauty through the ages.

Sail through the Grand Canal and peaceful inner waterways aboard a traditional gondola, skipping long lines to step directly onto your boat.

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• Unfortunately the tour is not totally accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities.
• Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothes suggested
• It is mandatory to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time
• The itinerary could change in case of wind or bad weather
• 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.