Walking Tour + Grand Canal Gondola Ride
Overview
Join your expert guide for a scenic stroll through the heart of Venice’s historic district. Walk past world-renowned landmarks like St. Mark’s Basilica, the city’s most important religious site, and admire the grandeur of Doge’s Palace. Cross the romantic Bridge of Sighs, listen to captivating stories about Venetian culture, and soak in breathtaking views of the city’s iconic canals.
Next, enjoy the quintessential Venice experience with a 30-minute gondola ride along the Grand Canal. Glide past some of Venice’s most treasured sights, including Piazza San Marco, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Opera House, and the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute. Your guide will share live commentary filled with fascinating facts and local secrets that bring the city’s history to life.
Bonus: Your experience includes access to the Handy Tours sightseeing app, offering self-guided walking tours and sightseeing features you can use at your own pace anytime, day or night.
What’s Included
- 30-minute Grand Canal gondola ride.
- Guided walking tour through Venice’s historic center.
- Access to the mobile sightseeing app with self-guided tours.
Not Included
- Entry to attractions.
- Mobile device or headphones.
- Public transportation tickets.
Meeting Points & Schedule
Walking Tour Meeting Point: Campo San Gallo, San Marco 1093/B, Venice Tours Office (just off St. Mark’s Square). Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Gondola Ride Departure Point: Calle Larga Ascensione, at the Venice Tours Assistance Point near St. Mark’s Square. Look for staff in “Touristation” uniforms with orange umbrellas. Gondola Ride Departure Times (based on tour language):- English / Italian – 11:40 AM
- English / Spanish – 4:40 PM
- German – 2:20 PM
- French – 2:20 PM
- English – 6:20 PM
Know Before You Go
- Your voucher must be used on the travel date selected during booking.
- Download the app in advance to access your free self-guided tours.
- Unfortunately, this experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- The total experience duration is approximately 1 hour (walking + gondola).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I redeem my voucher? You must present your voucher to the Touristation staff at the gondola boarding point, located in front of the Grand Canal. Look for team members in Touristation uniforms holding orange umbrellas. How long does the gondola ride last? The gondola ride lasts approximately 30 minutes. Combined with the walking tour, the full experience is around 1 hour. Do I need to be early? Yes, you must arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your selected time slot to ensure timely check-in.From Price range: €12.00 through €48.00
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