Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 hours
- Price from
- $16 / person
- Location
- Venice, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 4 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- CITY TOURS CO. LTD
- Meeting point
- Meet at the Venice Tours Office in Campo San Gallo, beside St Mark Square. Having the Basilica of St Mark 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”
Description
Discover Venice’s winter charm on this 1-hour guided walking tour, exploring the city’s timeless beauty through its quiet streets and historic squares. Stroll from Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, home to the grand façade of the Scuola Grande di San Marco to the iconic Rialto Bridge, learning about art, trade, and everyday life in La Serenissima. End your experience with an immersive virtual reality journey, where Venice’s past comes to life before your eyes. From the transformation of St. Mark’s Square to the splendor of the Grand Canal. Want to make it even more special? Add a romantic gondola ride to glide along serene winter canals and admire the city from the water’s most enchanting perspective. - Explore Venice’s historic center with an expert local guide - Visit landmarks like the Scuola Grande di San Marco and Rialto Bridge Enjoy a VR experience that brings centuries of history to life at Gondola Gallery - Option to add a romantic gondola ride for a unique winter view of Venice
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8 times a day, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 27
- Adult (ages 2+)
- $16
- Child (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:49 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 26.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza San Marco
The breathtaking St. Mark's Square with its endless history
Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo
The "Pantheon of Venice"
Ponte di Rialto
The guide will escort you in the Rialto area where you can admire the worldwide famous bridge.
Campo Erberia
Campo Erberia is a lively area near Rialto Bridge, with cocktail bars, souvenir shops, and a food market. It's less touristy and has a local feel.
Canal Grande
(If Option is selected) the Canal Grande is Venice’s majestic main waterway, curving like a grand serpent through the heart of the city. Lined with centuries-old palaces, it tells stories of art, power, and timeless beauty. Gliding along its waters reveals Venice at its most enchanting.
What's included
Included
Aboard a timeless gondola, experience centuries of Venetian history in VR
15-minute introduction to the gondola experience (if option is selected)
Shared walking guided tour with a qualified and experenced guide.
Gondola Gallery: how gondolas are made, with tools and a cross-section
30-minute shared gondola ride (if option is selected)
Not included
Entrances Fees
Hotel pick up & Drop off
Food and drinks
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
4 reviews
How it compares in Venice
- Starting price $16 is 87% below the typical $123 for tours of similar length in Venice
Excurgo comparison of 1,977 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please consider the time gap between the walking tour and the gondola ride
- Comfortable shoes suggested
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay an access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- The walking tour does not operate in case of exceptional high tide (In these cases, it can be postponed to the day after otherwise it will be refunded).
- Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the departure time
- Each gondola can carry a maximum of 5 people. Seats cannot be chosen but will be assigned by the gondolier, depending on your weight
- This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities
- The tour is monolingual
- The tour might not operate or the itinerary may change in cases of wind or bad weather
- You may have to wait when boarding the gondola
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade take?
Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade cost?
Prices start at $16 per person for this Venice experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade cost for children?
Children aged 0–1 pay nothing, adults from $16.
Can I cancel Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet at the Venice Tours Office in Campo San Gallo, beside St Mark Square. Having the Basilica of St Mark 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”. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or people with walking disabilities
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Venice Walking Tour & Gondola Ride Experience Upgrade worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CITY TOURS CO. LTD.
Reviews(4)
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