Private Gondola Tour from Piazza San Marco + Ebook
Description
Experience the magic of Venice on a charming 30-minute private gondola ride through the city's most enchanting canals. Let yourself be carried away by the tranquil waters while admiring unforgettable landscapes, historic bridges, and the romantic atmosphere that makes Venice one of the world's most fascinating destinations. During the journey, admire the unique architecture, discover iconic landmarks, and enjoy special moments in an authentic and memorable experience. To make your trip even more complete, you will receive an exclusive eBook with trivia, tips, stories, and information about Venice, allowing you to deepen your connection with the city and relive every moment of this unforgettable tour.
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The Grand Canal forms the city's largest water traffic route. Public transport is provided via vaporetti and water taxis. Cutting through most of the city, it "begins" in the lagoon near the train station, curving in the shape of a large "S" through the central districts, the sestieri, and ends next to the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, close to the Piazza San Marco. It has an average depth of five meters.
Teatro La Fenice is the main opera theater in Venice, northeast Italy. Destroyed several times and rebuilt, it hosts an important operatic season and an international contemporary music festival. Built quickly in just over a year, it opened on May 16, 1792 with Giovanni Paisiello's opera I giochi di Agrigento. It was destroyed on December 13, 1836 by a fire, but was rebuilt shortly afterwards, repeating the original design. One hundred years passed and in 1937 it was restored by Eugenio Miozzi.
Experience the timeless charm of Venice as you cross the Ponte delle Ostreghe, an architectural relic dating back to the city's ancient times. This unique bridge, situated between the districts of San Marco and San Moisè, offers a captivating insight into Venetian life and the sparkling waters of the Grand Canal. Originally built in wood in the 12th century, the Ponte delle Ostreghe was rebuilt in stone in the 18th century, preserving its historical authenticity and its importance as an emblematic landmark. Its peculiar name, which translates to "Bridge of Oysters," is reminiscent of the ancient oysters that once adorned the waters below.
Santa Maria della Salute (Saint Mary of Health) is a basilica in Venice, which stands near the Punta della Dogana (Customs Point). It was built, like the Church of the Redeemer and the Church of São Roque, as an ex-vote from the Venetian inhabitants because of the plague that decimated the population in 1630.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each gondola can accommodate a maximum of 5 people.
- Does not include music on board
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice and planning to visit during the day will be required to pay an access fee of €5. For more details (including exemptions) and to find out which days this fee applies, visit: https://cda.ve.it
- If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Therefore, when making the reservation you are aware of this possible change and that is why we warn you not to have complaints later, or requests for refunds, which will not be taken into consideration. Example: If you choose the time slot of 11:00 am and it is not available, you will be transferred to the first available time slot,12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:30 pm or 5:00 pm
- Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
- Your complimentary eBook will be sent automatically once your reservation has been successfully confirmed.
Reviews(1)
Terrible directions. Copied and pasted the location directly from the Viator app to my map on my phone. This took me to a different location. Info said to go to the alilaguna ticket counter outside the illy cafe. The first person at the ticket counter said we were in the wrong place. After messaging the tour company, we went to a different ticket window to learn we were in the correct place. The ticket window attendant said to wait right there by the dock where gondolas were. We waited a few minutes and saw a man walk by with a large group and a sign that said gondola tours. We asked the ticket attendant again, and she told us we were supposed to be with him. Well that’s definitely not what anyone told us. After we got to the gondola, the trip was as expected. But the directions and the customer service were really poor. You might do better with a different company.
Hello Karen, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We always strive to ensure our customers have a clear and well-organized experience during their tour. To provide direct support and clarify any questions, please contact us via WhatsApp. This way, we can assist you in the best possible way and ensure your experience is properly supported. Thank you for your attention. Best regards,
