Doge's Palace, St. Mark's & Gondola Ride with Options
Castello, Venice, Venice
Tailor your Venice Tour! Visit the Doges Palace and St. Mark's Basilica on a guided tour, then enjoy a gondola ride. Extend with a guided walking tour through Rialto or add a visit to Murano & Burano!
Venice Grand Canal Shared Gondola Ride
Enjoy a 30-minute shared gondola ride on Venice’s Grand Canal, suitable for small groups of up to 5 guests seeking a relaxed sightseeing experience.
Highlights
- Cruise Venice’s Grand Canal on a classic gondola
- 30-minute shared ride with a maximum of 5 guests
- Pass historic Venetian palaces and waterfront façades
- Observe Venice’s canal life from the water
Description
Venice is best experienced from the water, where its palaces, bridges, and canals reveal their unique charm. This 30-minute gondola ride offers a peaceful way to see the Grand Canal without the crowds.
Meet your guide at the gondola station in front of Hotel Danieli on Riva degli Schiavoni, where staff will assist you. After check-in, board your shared gondola and enjoy the gentle glide along Venice’s main waterway.
From your gondola, watch reflections ripple and admire waterfront architecture, including historic façades, arched windows, and the daily boat traffic. The small group size creates a relaxed and photo-friendly atmosphere without guided commentary, allowing you to focus on the surroundings.
Your ride ends at the same gondola station near Hotel Danieli, perfect for continuing your exploration along the promenade.
For a deeper experience, consider adding guided tours of the Doge's Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, or explore the Rialto Bridge area. The Full Venice Experience option includes private boat transport to Murano and Burano islands, featuring glassblowing and lacemaking demonstrations as well as free time to explore.
Includes
- Expert gondolier
- 30-minute shared gondola ride
- Semi-private experience (up to 5 guests)
- Timed entry and guided tours of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge's Palace (with select tour options)
- Walking tour of Rialto Bridge (with selected options)
- Round-trip transportation to Murano and Burano islands (Full Venice Experience option)
- Lace making and glass blowing demonstrations (Full Venice Experience option)
Excludes
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
Important Information
- The gondola ride includes no guided commentary and accommodates up to 5 guests per boat.
- For visits to St. Mark’s Basilica, full name and date of birth matching a valid ID are required at booking; photo ID must be presented on site.
- Proper dress code for St. Mark’s Basilica: covered knees and shoulders.
- Strollers or baby carriages are not permitted.
- Tour itinerary order may vary depending on the selected option and start time.
- Security checks are in place for all sites, and brief wait times may occur.
- Longer tours include allocated free time for lunch at your own expense.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking tip: Arrive on time at the gondola station near Hotel Danieli and wear comfortable shoes. The best time to ride is early morning or late afternoon to avoid peak crowds and capture optimal light for photos.
