We had such a wonderful experience in Venice! The gondola ride was beautiful and truly unforgettable, but what made the experience even more special was Alexandre, the director. He went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time in the city, sharing excellent local recommendations and suggesting amazing places to eat. Even after our gondola ride, he remained available whenever we needed advice or assistance. His kindness, professionalism, and personal attention made us feel genuinely looked after. A fantastic experience that we would highly recommend to anyone visiting Venice!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- 30-minute private gondola ride
- Warm welcome and escort to the gondola, with assistance boarding
- Photos taken before and during your gondola ride
- Private gondola exclusively for your group
- Passage under the iconic Bridge of Love
- Audioguide available in multiple languages during the ride
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Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Please check in with your Voir Venise host 10 minutes before departure. We will be waiting for you directly in front of the main entrance of Hotel Danieli and will personally accompany you to your private gondola.
Return
- Please check in with your Voir Venise host 10 minutes before departure. We will be waiting for you directly in front of the main entrance of Hotel Danieli and will personally accompany you to your private gondola.
Itinerary
During your gondola ride, you’ll glide under the famous Bridge of Sighs, one of Venice’s most romantic landmarks. According to legend, couples who kiss beneath it are destined for eternal love. This iconic white limestone bridge, built in the 17th century, once connected the Doge’s Palace to the old prison. Today, it offers a magical and timeless moment, perfect for unforgettable memories.
Glide through the heart of St. Mark’s Basin, with breathtaking views of San Giorgio Maggiore, Punta della Dogana, Giudecca and the entrance to the Grand Canal.
Glide along the enchanting Rio di Palazzo, beneath the Bridge of Sighs, between the Doge’s Palace and the historic prisons.
Glide across the iconic St. Mark’s Basin, enjoying breathtaking views of St. Mark’s Square and its magnificent Basilica.
Glide through the charming hidden canals around Santa Maria Formosa, discovering a quieter and more intimate side of Venice.
Glide along the picturesque Rio di San Severo, past the elegant Renaissance Palazzo Zorzi, before returning to St. Mark’s beside the iconic Hotel Danieli.
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Reviews
The gondola ride was lovely, but what really made the difference was the service from Alexandre, the director. He gave us so many great tips for the rest of our stay and recommended some fantastic restaurants. We contacted him a few more times during our trip and he was always incredibly helpful. The gondola was great, but the personal concierge service really made our stay in Venice extra special. Everything was very well organized. The meeting point was easy to find, the staff were there on time and very helpful. The gondola route through the quiet canals behind St. Mark’s Square was beautiful. A smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
We had a great time! Our gondolier was really friendly and answered all our questions about the Bridge of Sighs and the beautiful palaces we passed along the way. It made the ride both relaxing and really interesting. The welcome was also very friendly, and having the gondola booked in advance with no waiting around was a big plus. Definitely recommend !!!
We chose this gondola ride because it goes right under the Bridge of Sighs and we definitely don’t regret it! According to the legend, a kiss underneath means eternal love. Everything was perfect from start to finish — the warm welcome, the Prosecco, the photos…A special moment in Venice…
We did this gondola ride as a family and absolutely loved it! The welcome was warm and very professional, and our gondolier was so friendly. The highlight was gliding through the San Marco basin — the view of St. Mark’s Square from the water was amazing. Such a lovely experience for the whole family. 😃
A truly wonderful way to experience Venice. Everything was beautifully organised, with a very warm welcome and a kind, professional gondolier. Seeing Venice quietly from the water was something quite special. A lovely memory that we will treasure for a long time.
Such a relaxing gondola ride! We especially loved the beautiful little canals behind St. Mark’s, away from the crowds. A lovely surprise was receiving our photos on WhatsApp from the director the next day. Such a nice personal touch and wonderful memories to keep!
This was supposed to be a romantic gondola ride, but we were placed with a few people in our boat due to over crowding in the gondola area. Not only that but there were so many gondolas on the route we had that, our boat and others could hardly move through the canals. Also when we first arrived to the tour guide office the person at the front desk was talking on his cell phone, and never once got off even while taking the group down to the gondola entrance in the water. And a lady asked a question and he made her wait until his conversation on the phone was pause able. Overall it was very similar if we just took a canoe out ourselves onto the lake and decided to turn around 15 minutes in. we we’re very disappointed in this experience.
Very well organized Beautiful and fun Crowded 20 minutes in the boat You will enjoy Friendly people!
Actually going through the Venice canals was beautiful. But this is sold as a romantic gondola ride and they split your party up. My husband and I ended up sitting on opposite sides with strangers in the middle. I understood it was shared when booking, but there should be some sort of note stating that your party will be split up.
Gondolier was kinda of an A-hole Barking orders, not friendly or informative Never described any sites or ANYTHING Whistling a stupid tune over and over
Not a romantic trip, but still fun nonetheless. Riding a gondola through Venice is an iconic must-do, however next time we will be booking a private tour. We were sitting very close to other strangers, knees touching and all which is not romantic like advertised. I saw one couple even got split up and forced to go into separate gondolas. My husband and I were happy because we got the “good” seats, but if you don’t get those seats then I’d imagine the experience isn’t as nice🥲
Perfect experience, we passed through the small canals and the bridge of the suspires, exceeded our expectations!
Magic moment in Venice! An absolutely magnificent gondola ride under the famous Bridge of Sighs. The romantic atmosphere is perfect, the scenery from the water is breathtaking. Our gondolier was professional and warm, and the audio guide very well made, enriching our discovery of Venice very smoothly. A truly unforgettable experience.
Unmissable experience! Beautiful gondola ride, romantic atmosphere and spectacular views. Everything organized to perfection. The best way to experience Venice
Great experience! Super romantic gondola ride under the Bridge of Sighs. Crazy atmosphere, everything organized to perfection and very nice gondolier. A magical moment that I would do again right away. Highly recommended!
Experience fast without comments. Nothing romantic. Catch perfect tourists! Avoid!
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