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City Center Walking Tour in Venice & Gondola Experience

4.1(147)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 147 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy CITY TOURS CO. LTD
City Center Walking Tour in Venice & Gondola Experience

About this activity

Already ticked off the main sights? Then get ready to explore Venice’s lesser-known spots during this off-the-beaten-track guided walking tour, which also includes a thirty-minute gondola ride.

Get to know exclusive insider and local tips on locations, such the world-renowned La Fenice Theatre and Marco Polo’s House, as you discover hidden gems and narrow canals.

• A behind-the-scenes guided tour of Venice under-the-radar locations, with gondola ride

• Combine two of Venice most quintessential experiences in one full-service excursion

• Discover the fabled art heritage as your guide points out special locations of interest

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

  • ✓Introduction to the gondola experience
  • ✓30 minutes shared gondola ride
  • ✓Shared guided walking tour with commentary by a qualified and experienced guide.
  • ✓Audio Commentary on gondola
  • ✓Multilingual assistance for embarking
  • ✓Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup & Drop Off
  • ✕Food and Drinks
  • ✕Entrances Fees

Meeting and pickup

  • Venice Tours is in Campo San Gallo, beside San Marco Square. Having the Basilica of San Marco behind you, stay on the right side of the square and go under the arches. Find Olivetti Museum, turn right, pass under the archways, cross the little bridge and go straight to “Campo San Gallo”.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The seat aboard cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier depending on guest’s weight
  • Tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (in this case it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded).
  • The itinerary may change in the event of wind or bad weather.
  • Each gondola can guest maximum 5 people
  • Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure time
  • The tour could be bilingual
  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

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