Dogenpalast: Ticket ohne Anstehen mit Audioguide
Besichtigen Sie den Dogenpalast und den Markusdom mit einem persönlichen Audioguide ohne Warteschlange!
Der Audioguide enthält auch die Beschreibung von 30 Sehenswürdigkeiten vom Markusplatz bis zur Rialtobrücke: eine einzigartige Gelegenheit, um die historische Gegend in eigenem Tempo zu erkunden. By Venice Tours
- Skip-the-line-Ticket und persönlicher Audioguide
- Bewundern Sie die beiden Symbole von Venedig
- Entdecken Sie die Stadt mit Ihrem persönlichen Audioguide
Besichtigen Sie den Dogenpalast und bewundern Sie die Säle des Dogen, die Goldene Treppe und wunderbare Kunstwerke von Tiepolo.
Der Audioguide wird die Geschichte und die interessanten Kuriositäten vom Palast und seine unendliche Tradition erzählen.
Überqueren Sie die Seufzerbrücke und erreichen Sie die Venezianischen Gefängnisse mit deren dunklen Zellen in denen die Häftlinge aus der Vergangenheit gelebt haben! Der Markusdom, mit seinen goldenen fünf Kuppeln, ist das Herzstück von Venedig:
Sie können die Basilika betreten und die Mosaiken und die verschiedensten historischen Kunstwerke wie Pala D'Oro (Altar verziert mit Diamanten und Edelsteinen) oder die Bronzepferde bewundern!
Am Ende können Sie selbst das Museo Correr, die Biblioteca Marciana und das Nationale Archäologische Museum besuchen.
Inbegriffen
- Mobiler Audioguide (Download auf eigenes Handy) für den Dogenpalast und den Markusdom
- Tickets ohne Anstehen zum Dogenpalast
- Überspringen Sie das Linienticket und besuchen Sie selbst das Museo Correr, die Biblioteca Marciana und das Archäologische Museum.
Nicht inbegriffen
- Eintrittskarten für die Basilika
Weitere Informationen
- Aus Gründen der Covid-19-Vorsorge ist das Tragen der Maske VERPFLICHTET. Bringen Sie also bitte Ihre eigene mit.
- Öffnungszeiten des Dogenpalasts von 9.00 Uhr bis 18.00 Uhr (letzter Einlass 17.00) - Öffnungszeiten der Basilika von 09.45 Uhr bis 17.00 Uhr.
- Bitte holen Sie die Tickets am Eingang vom Markusplatz bei Venice Tours Assistance Point ab. Es handelt sich um den großen grauen Kiosk zwischen Fendi Boutique und Poste Italiane. Sie werden ein Schild sehen, auf dem "VENICE TOURS - ASSISTANCE POINT" steht.
- Die Tickets müssen von 10:00 Uhr bis 17:00 Uhr abgeholt werden.
Karte und Wegbeschreibung
Venice Tours Assistance (NEWSTAND IN SAN MARCO), Calle larga de l'Ascension, Venezia, VE, Italia
Venice Tours Assistance Point
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Tripadvisor reviews
Lovely evening tour! Carlotta was wonderful and so nice!! Great little tour for the price!!! Highly recommend! Easy to navigate to meeting place,... read moreCarlotta was wonderful and so nice!! Great little tour for the price!!! Highly recommend! Easy to navigate to meeting place, and easy to hear all the knowledge she had with the headset! read less
The right price for a must “do” in Venice My wife and I would have preferred a private gondola ride but that’s very expensive so we opted to share... read moreMy wife and I would have preferred a private gondola ride but that’s very expensive so we opted to share the ride with several people. It’s a must thing to do when visiting Venice but to be honest it’s just a 20 min boat ride around the canal. The guide is someone who walks you to the gondola and gives you some perspective on the area and the gondolas and gondoliers. I’m giving it good ratings bc the price was right for an obligatory experience but you won’t be wowed. read less
Great tour operation This was a fantastic way to understand Venetian history and architecture. Tour guide was extremely informative. Groups we’re not too big.
Rain drops keep falling on my head Raining (no fault of anyone). Too many gondola’s. Was always having to stop. Don’t remember being offered a singer to... read moreRaining (no fault of anyone). Too many gondola’s. Was always having to stop. Don’t remember being offered a singer to accompany us on the gondola read less
Great relaxing gondola experience Lovely relaxing Gondola with my partner, shared with an English couple we got talking to while waiting in the que... read moreLovely relaxing Gondola with my partner, shared with an English couple we got talking to while waiting in the que and another lady on her own, the gondola trip was one of the best experiences of our Venice trip and worth the money, hopefully if we visit again we will look for a longer trip, at least an hour on the Gondola as by the time you walk to the location of the gondola and listen to the guide who was great, but you really only have 30 mins on the Gondola not 50 mins. read less
WOW having Nicola as a teacher is an honor. I would do that again and again. I really suggest this experience
Family trip Our guide Sara was great and informative. We were a big group and we all would recommend the adventure.
Sexy Gondola Rene did a really good talk before we got on the gondolas, giving a brief history and tour of Venice.... read moreRene did a really good talk before we got on the gondolas, giving a brief history and tour of Venice. The Gondola ride itself was smooth and stunning :)) read less
Very knowledgeable Valentina was very knowledgeable and her English was quite good, she covered Venice’s history as well as current day living
Scenic views Location for the meet-up point was really easy to find. The group seemed really big at the start so it... read moreLocation for the meet-up point was really easy to find. The group seemed really big at the start so it took a while for everyone to be checked off the list and sorted into smaller teams.
The mini tour lasted around 10 minutes and getting into the gondola with other people was quick and easy as the guides were professional and efficient.
It was a really memorable experience that is definitely worth the money. Would highly recommend! read less
Perfect for having a good quick- explained history facts about venice and good route in the Gondola. Tour quick and very organized. Beautiful route in the Gondola and very good and quick explanation of the guided in... read moreTour quick and very organized. Beautiful route in the Gondola and very good and quick explanation of the guided in group history facts. The price is worth it. Very peaceful and relax. Perfect for couples (very romantic). read less
Informative 2 hour walking tour Valentina was a lovely, friendly and helpful guide. The 2 hour tour started promptly once we were given the... read moreValentina was a lovely, friendly and helpful guide. The 2 hour tour started promptly once we were given the audio equipment and headphones to listen to her via her microphone. We walked for 2 hours starting and finishing near St Mark's square and learned a lot about about Venice's history and key attractions. The walking pace was quite fast and included some bridges so not good for people with mobility issues but otherwise recommended when first arriving in Venice and well priced. read less
Worthwhile good value enjoyable We had a lovely Gondola ride with some interesting commentary beforehand from a lovely guide. The initial instructions we received... read moreWe had a lovely Gondola ride with some interesting commentary beforehand from a lovely guide. The initial instructions we received were incorrect as we were told to meet at the Gondola near the hotel. We wasted a bit of time looking for this however when I questioned they were quick to provide the correct details. I am just glad we started looking early or we would have missed the tour. Apart from this issue it was a great experience read less
Awesome Our guide is awesome! we learned a lot ! Very relaxing & we can hear well even I’m all the... read moreOur guide is awesome! we learned a lot ! Very relaxing & we can hear well even I’m all the way back read less
Enjoyable tour of some of Venice’s hidden sights A really interesting tour of parts of the city that might not necessarily be on everybody’s list of planned locations.... read moreA really interesting tour of parts of the city that might not necessarily be on everybody’s list of planned locations. Very informative and worthwhile. read less
Great experience Brief Venice introduction, 30 minute ride and much cheaper than if you pay it directly in gondola "stations". The only... read moreBrief Venice introduction, 30 minute ride and much cheaper than if you pay it directly in gondola "stations". The only thing to make it greater would be to go more minutes in the grand canal, other than that excellent! read less
Wonderful experience Ricardo was awesome...actually every one was. I will be back next year with my husband and hope to be... read moreRicardo was awesome...actually every one was. I will be back next year with my husband and hope to be able to do this again. read less
Great gondola experience Fredrica was an awesome guide and the gondola ride was an amazing experience. Experiencing Venice on the water is a... read moreFredrica was an awesome guide and the gondola ride was an amazing experience. Experiencing Venice on the water is a must and they made it such a smooth experience! read less
Gondole Very very Good!! So Beautiful! I recommend, it's very relaxing. Tanks Ricardo! excellent guide for French, with nice explanations
Fun Experience This was a fun experience to do in the City of masks! Taught by Giorgio who has been creating... read moreThis was a fun experience to do in the City of masks! Taught by Giorgio who has been creating these pieces of art since being a young lad and has passed the skill onto his wife and children!
In a small workshop, surrounded by masks, you can start decorating and learning the process. Don’t go in with the illusion that you are going to coming out with a masterpiece (unless you are an artist!) But it was a fun thing to do and I would recommend if you have a couple of hours free! read less
Lovely short tour Valentina was a lovely guide. We stopped at a bookshop and she knew the full history of so much of... read moreValentina was a lovely guide. We stopped at a bookshop and she knew the full history of so much of the city. Added bonus she waited to start the tour after I got a little bit lost wandering the city. read less
Great hands on activity Wonderful for adults and children. Great hands on experience. Family business. Beautiful pieces for purchase. Thank you so much!
Would come back again! Really easy to book and clear instructions about meeting point. Pricing very afffordable! Tour also very good albeit, minimal... read moreReally easy to book and clear instructions about meeting point. Pricing very afffordable! Tour also very good albeit, minimal time in the larger canals! read less
Fun Family Activity Very fun and cute little workshop that gave us a break from chaos of the streets. My 6 year old... read moreVery fun and cute little workshop that gave us a break from chaos of the streets. My 6 year old loved getting to pick and paint his own mask. Learning about the history of mask making was also a treat. The owner was very patient and kind. I highly recommend this activity for families when visiting Venice. read less
Good price/benefit If you're looking for a basic gondola ride, this is what you're looking for.
The intro, presented by out guide Alessandra... read moreIf you're looking for a basic gondola ride, this is what you're looking for.
The intro, presented by out guide Alessandra was informative and helped to "set the mood" for the ride.
There's an app that's included that gives additional information about the buildings you'll see along the way.
On my 4g connection, it took about 5 minutes to download and install. It would be nice if we had the possibility to do it in advance. read less
Price and service The tour guide explanation was very good. The time, on the Gondola was around 24 minutes.
The information was excellent.
The Not-So-Unusual Venice Tour? Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and full of energy (which is extremely important on these types of tours). We... read moreOur tour guide was very knowledgeable and full of energy (which is extremely important on these types of tours). We signed up for the "Unusual Venice" tour, but wrapped up our walk feeling that it was more of a general tour of Venice. To us, there weren't many unusual things mentioned in the tour. We did, indeed, learn a lot about the important history of Venice, and we appreciated our guide's prowess in this subject. Also, the tour was offered in both English and Spanish. It was a little distracting to have our tour guide explain something in English, then stop down the tour to explain the exact same thing in Spanish. I think time would be much better spent by offering single-language tours only! read less
An easy and unhurried introduction to Venice and the canals Our friendly guide Alessandra was funny and informative, while not overloading the experience with facts you’d soon forget.
Great experience Great experience, explaining about the gondola history was interesting. View was spectacular, absolutely it worth iy
Humorous and historical tour Enjoyed history and side treks away from the crowds. Guide smartly dressed and had an enjoyable comical monologue throughout. Change... read moreEnjoyed history and side treks away from the crowds. Guide smartly dressed and had an enjoyable comical monologue throughout. Change of pace. I enjoyed his humor. read less
Walking tour of Venice A very beatiful walking tour of Venice, visiting unusual places.
The italian guide ( Francesco ) has explained a lot... read moreA very beatiful walking tour of Venice, visiting unusual places.
The italian guide ( Francesco ) has explained a lot of things about Venice, and its history read less
A lovely walk and gondola ride We booked online the day before the trip. The meeting point was easy to find - I think the kiosk... read moreWe booked online the day before the trip. The meeting point was easy to find - I think the kiosk lady has the patience of a saint!!!
We had a short walking tour of the streets and then hopped onto a gondola. The lady that walked us around was excellent, we learnt quite a lot and the gondola ride was lovely. We couldn’t do the grand canal as the wind had picked up quite a bit. Lady was very apologetic but it was no bother at all. The quieter canals were much better.
Only downside was we sat apart because of the odd number of people onboard. This was definitely worth the price. read less
Just do it If you’re prevaricating about gondola trip - do it! Yes it is touristy but it’s an amazing experience. The sights... read moreIf you’re prevaricating about gondola trip - do it! Yes it is touristy but it’s an amazing experience. The sights you see and the calm you feel sitting at this level is really special. Truly a magical experience that I could do again and again.
The guide, Esra, is excellent - professional, warm, very human, and enthusiastic. The background info he gave on Venice as you’re walking to their gondola stop was fascinating and helped place a lot. Once you’re n gondola you switch off and quietly enjoy the noises of the city.
You see and notice so much that you’d otherwise miss out on.
I have wonky balance and everyone wS so helpful, kind and reassuring. read less
Absolutely Breathtaking Breathtaking experience and very worth it. Absolutely amazing staff and great service. This ride was so worth the money... read moreBreathtaking experience and very worth it. Absolutely amazing staff and great service. This ride was so worth the money and a must do activiy when in Venice read less
Highly recommend Our favorite part of the trip was the glass blowing demonstration. It was amazing watching him make two pieces: a... read moreOur favorite part of the trip was the glass blowing demonstration. It was amazing watching him make two pieces: a vase and a horse. The islands were fantastic to visit. read less
Excellent tour and great for queue skipping Really interesting.just enough information to understand the site well and great skipping the queue. Massimo was v knowledgeable and... read moreReally interesting.just enough information to understand the site well and great skipping the queue. Massimo was v knowledgeable and gave us just the right amount of information. read less
Gondola Trip State controlled and plenty to choose from, fixed price of 80euro for 30min trip.
Pay on arrival not through an agent.... read moreState controlled and plenty to choose from, fixed price of 80euro for 30min trip.
Pay on arrival not through an agent.
Enjoyed the trip with family. read less
Everything was just right Our guide was excellent, he was courteous and helpful and pointed out a few interesting things but otherwise was quiet,... read moreOur guide was excellent, he was courteous and helpful and pointed out a few interesting things but otherwise was quiet, which we preferred. The ride was smooth and took us to the beautiful Grand Canal as promised.. A worthwhile and memorable experience! read less
Loved by teens Fantastic activity loved by our 2 teens. Just over an hour to choose and decorate their masks before returning... read moreFantastic activity loved by our 2 teens. Just over an hour to choose and decorate their masks before returning home with their masterpieces! Just outside there is a restaurant/bar where parents can sit and enjoy a drink whilst waiting. read less
Great Gondola Ride and Walking Tour Claudia, the guide, provided a great experience in both English and Spanish languages. And the gondola ride was perfect.
Venice Beautiful and skip the line was worth every penny. The line is otherwise very long. Honestly not the... read moreBeautiful and skip the line was worth every penny. The line is otherwise very long. Honestly not the most beautiful church to see in Italy. read less
Amazing amazing experience, touching and interactive. Unique I'd say. Everyone needs to go once in a lifetime
You won't regret it- a gem! V impressed by our guide "Robbie", from Walks Tours, who was both knowledgeable and had an engaging style. There is... read moreV impressed by our guide "Robbie", from Walks Tours, who was both knowledgeable and had an engaging style. There is so much to take in at the St Mark's Basilica and the Doge Palace that having an expert guide certainly means that you don't miss important details. I absolutely loved it. Please note this is a 3 hour tour, however there is a mid-way break.
Comfortable shoes are a must as you will be on your feet for 3 hours. read less
Definitely something to do! Great experience in beautiful Venice. The Gondola ride was so peaceful and Ricardo’s knowledge was excellent! Money well spent 🙂
Helpful and nice tour guided The tourist guidede was very nice. The way he explained was very clear and friendly. He tried to show us... read moreThe tourist guidede was very nice. The way he explained was very clear and friendly. He tried to show us as much as possible to help us explore Venice. read less
Love Claudia Claudia was fantastic and super nice and attentive! She shared lots of info about Venice and you could tell she’s... read moreClaudia was fantastic and super nice and attentive! She shared lots of info about Venice and you could tell she’s very enriched in the history of her city. Would reccomend! read less
Creative and amazing way to spend a few hours! The artist and his wife were engaging and shared not only their artistic expertise but also interesting historical knowledge... read moreThe artist and his wife were engaging and shared not only their artistic expertise but also interesting historical knowledge about the masks in Venice.
They were kind and patient. They made the artistic process simple and fun! It was a wonderful opportunity that I will suggest to every one of our friends who visit Venice!!! read less
Great ride on grand canal and smaller canals Our gondola ride was just perfect. A little bit of walking tour and then a ride. ... read moreOur gondola ride was just perfect. A little bit of walking tour and then a ride. It was a beautiful way to experience the city. Highly recommend booking this tour based on price and experience. read less
Reasonable price and neat activity to do while in Venezia 🙂 We had Charlotte as our guide. She was very sweet. We got to learn a bit more about the history... read moreWe had Charlotte as our guide. She was very sweet. We got to learn a bit more about the history of Venezia which was very neat and our Gondola guide was very nice as well! read less
Romantic last minute booking! On a lark, we decided at the last minute to take a day trip from Florence to Venice. Frantically... read moreOn a lark, we decided at the last minute to take a day trip from Florence to Venice. Frantically we searched for a single couple only gondola that afternoon as our train arrived just before 1 pm. The link in TripAdvisor worked flawlessly, the booking and the alert was perfect, and given that we didn’t know where to meet up, we used the chat feature within the app and had a prompt response. Although our ride was scheduled at 2:30 pm, we were able to have a quite bite of delicious pasta, even dessert, and walk briskly to catch our romantic ride. It was truly special. We didn’t ask for singing or anything, we wanted to just enjoy the moment and the gondolier was perfect, knowing just when to say something of interest and when to let us just be. Certo che sì, perfetto! read less
A must in Venice Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The Gondola ride was beautiful. So far a major highlight!! A must when... read moreOur guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The Gondola ride was beautiful. So far a major highlight!! A must when in Venice. read less
Couples Gondola Trip This is a must when visiting the floating city of Venice. Great route through the back canals, and finally leading... read moreThis is a must when visiting the floating city of Venice. Great route through the back canals, and finally leading to Grand Canal. Great value for money, and a lot cheaper than the €80+ for a private ride. read less
Must do if you’re in Venice! Our guide was fantastic!!! The gondola ride was so memorable, and his commentary was quite insightful. Highly recommend.
Gloria! Gloria at Venice Tours was fabulous! She told the story of the Basilica with confidence and passion! She was a... read moreGloria at Venice Tours was fabulous! She told the story of the Basilica with confidence and passion! She was a most enjoyable guide and I highly recommend asking for her when you tour Venice. read less
Gondola tours are a must! Booked this before we left the UK as we like to plan, and were not disappointed. Its a bit like... read moreBooked this before we left the UK as we like to plan, and were not disappointed. Its a bit like an introduction to a gondola. Quick tour of the area between where you.meet and where you pick up the gondola and them onto your tour. It's quite an adventure! Watch the gondoliers action as they navigate tight corners by kicking off the walls and navigating who foes first. It's definitely a skilled job. Commentary only really worked before the ride, not during but it was still fun. read less
DO THIS Samuel was our guide and he was warm and friendly. The gondola your was SO nice, the gondoliers gave us... read moreSamuel was our guide and he was warm and friendly. The gondola your was SO nice, the gondoliers gave us a very smooth and relaxing ride on the canal; we didn't want it to end read less
A great intro to the Venice less visited and general overview of the city We unfortunately missed our original booking because we struggled to find the office and hadn’t realised how long it would... read moreWe unfortunately missed our original booking because we struggled to find the office and hadn’t realised how long it would take us to cross the city having just arrived in Venice.
Although we had already done one guided walk (including a gondola ride) we decided to take up the offer of a rescheduled walk and we were glad we did. Both were excellent, however this walk took us into areas less visited and our guide was very informative. She took us to cat book shop and Museum of Fortuny, both places which sadly we didn’t have time to visit properly but would definitely do so next time. We would certainly recommend this walk as a great introduction to places to return to and to the history of Venice. read less
Tour with the masses The tour provided a look into lace making and glass blowing but left little time to look around the islands... read moreThe tour provided a look into lace making and glass blowing but left little time to look around the islands and was a very big group. Guide was versatile in languages. read less
Amazing Gondola Ride Riccardo, the Tour guide was great and put us in a good mood.
We did a small tour around the... read moreRiccardo, the Tour guide was great and put us in a good mood.
We did a small tour around the museum and he told us about the history side of the surrounding area.
We then boarded onto the boat. read less
A must do while in Venice! We had such a good time at this class and it was one of the highlights of our trip to... read moreWe had such a good time at this class and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Venice! The class was the perfect amount of instruction/freedom to create and we can't wait to display our masks at home! The handmade masks in the shop were so beautiful we purchased two more. I can't recommend this experience enough read less
Must do In Venice, Interactive and magic experience Magic experience, the building itself is something stunning and the experience is so touching and interactive...It is a must in Venice
Old world Gondola charm Before we had the trip I did think it was a little pricey and something you had to do... read moreBefore we had the trip I did think it was a little pricey and something you had to do but it was actually an amazing magical experience - excellently crewed by Luca. read less
Great fun for children and adults. Fabulous fun for young and old. I went with my little girl and we both had so much fun decorating... read moreFabulous fun for young and old. I went with my little girl and we both had so much fun decorating our own masks. Little cafe near by if you prefer to wait. The gentleman was so helpful and polite. read less
Very good experience There was some confusion in the beginning of the tour when people were separated into groups, but the tour was... read moreThere was some confusion in the beginning of the tour when people were separated into groups, but the tour was very smooth after this. The tour was informative and the guide was very knowledgeable. Queuing to get onto the gondola was fast and the gondola ride itself was lovely. read less
Small but lovely The facilitator knew his history but the could use more room. There was 2 couples and we could barely move.
Gondola ride through canals with guided pre tour Very nice ride. Initial guided tour before ride was very informative. Marta was a great knowledgeable tour guide. Would do... read moreVery nice ride. Initial guided tour before ride was very informative. Marta was a great knowledgeable tour guide. Would do this again. read less
Fabulous time on the Water The Gondolier was very chatty with the other Gondoliers and hammed it up in the photo taken by the other... read moreThe Gondolier was very chatty with the other Gondoliers and hammed it up in the photo taken by the other passengers. We really enjoyed our time on the water. read less
Great experience and reasonable priced Fantastic gondola experience led by a knowledgable and friendly guide. Met our guide, René, near St Mark’s and followed him... read moreFantastic gondola experience led by a knowledgable and friendly guide. Met our guide, René, near St Mark’s and followed him on a short walk to the gondolas. While on board he talked about various points of interest on the route, the home Mozart lived in when in Venice and the opera house etc.
Roughly a quarter the price of the standard gondola tariffs seen throughout the city, and a great way to experience something unique to Venice.
We’d definitely recommend and would book again when next in Venice. read less
Good tour The experience was very interesting. We got to learn much about Venice that would not normally be shared in... read moreThe experience was very interesting. We got to learn much about Venice that would not normally be shared in a standard tour. Short but instructive. Our tour guide Valencia was very knowledgeable and friendly. read less
A great tour! Valentina was very informative and knowledgeable! She also was excellent at keeping us in the shade on a warm day.... read moreValentina was very informative and knowledgeable! She also was excellent at keeping us in the shade on a warm day. Would recommend! read less
Sexy Gondola Rene did a really good talk before we got on the gondolas, giving a brief history and tour of Venice.... read moreRene did a really good talk before we got on the gondolas, giving a brief history and tour of Venice. The Gondola ride itself was smooth and stunning :)) read less
Amazing The host was very interactive and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Worth every penny. I ended up with a gondola by... read moreThe host was very interactive and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Worth every penny. I ended up with a gondola by myself with my girlfriend . read less
Gondola Grand Canal Fantastic guide Ricardo very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a wonderful experience. Thank you very much. Grazie.
Venice Day Trip The guide was so experienced and her English was excellent. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. She even took the time to... read moreThe guide was so experienced and her English was excellent. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. She even took the time to make sure we got into a legal taxi to ensure our safety at end of trip. We are a group of ladies. read less
Must do experience Me and partner had the best experience with this activity! 100% recommend to anyone visiting Venice to go and have... read moreMe and partner had the best experience with this activity! 100% recommend to anyone visiting Venice to go and have a lesson here. Our teacher was really friendly and fun. Learned a lot about the history of glass and the chance to make a pendent each! read less
Great experience Very peaceful. Beautiful city views.we really enjoyed it.
We did have a bit of a hard time trying... read moreVery peaceful. Beautiful city views.we really enjoyed it.
We did have a bit of a hard time trying to get the actual tickets, as they wouldn’t download to my phone, and the operator would not originally honor the email confirmation or look up our names. . . . But we were finally able to download the tickets to my Apple wallet. read less
Gondola ride and tour It was a really nice tour and Fredrica was great! The Gondola ride was perfect and Fredrica explained everything really well.
Excellent day Amazing activity!! Alessandra I was a excellent guide and very joyful! To do without hesitation! You can hear the city... read moreAmazing activity!! Alessandra I was a excellent guide and very joyful! To do without hesitation! You can hear the city stories well explained by the guide and enjoy a long enough gondola trip. read less
Gondola Ride Beautiful tour on a gondola of Venice. Did not go under the Rialto bridge and the tour was a little... read moreBeautiful tour on a gondola of Venice. Did not go under the Rialto bridge and the tour was a little quick but it was beautiful. Staff were knowledgeable and kind and our departure was on-time. read less
Great Gondola ride! Very well organised & friendly guide. Happy to answer any questions and very easy to understand Ricardo. Memorable gondola ride... read moreVery well organised & friendly guide. Happy to answer any questions and very easy to understand Ricardo. Memorable gondola ride and great history lesson! read less
Gondola ride in Venice. We missed our scheduled time for the ride. So we called, and they were able to reschedule us the next... read moreWe missed our scheduled time for the ride. So we called, and they were able to reschedule us the next day. It worked out well, and we were happy.
The ride was nice. It was a beautiful day and we were all very happy.
Thank you read less
Perfect for families Great experience! The tour started off by meeting a guide, who explained the treasure hunt and accompanying app. The app... read moreGreat experience! The tour started off by meeting a guide, who explained the treasure hunt and accompanying app. The app gives you a map with points of interest along it with audio commentary. At the end of the tour, you were able to decorate a Venetian carnival mask in the Prison’s Palace. Really enjoyable! read less
Gondola ride Charming gondola ride through venice. Lovely guides and well organised. A little bit of waiting but nothing unexpected.
Absolutely recommended.
Basilica Venezia Nice tour. Helena is an excellent guide telling a lot of background info. Only thing was the interference on the audio.
Commentary first, gondola ride last. Great experience for an affordable price. Just an FYI. The commentary (guided tour) comes first and then you board the gondola. While you’re on the gondola,... read moreJust an FYI. The commentary (guided tour) comes first and then you board the gondola. While you’re on the gondola, the commentary continues which talks about how Venice was founded, culture, etc. Overall, you spend much less for the same gondola experience (and then some) that you would typically get the day of. You still go through the smaller canals while also visiting the grand canals before you leave the gondola. read less
Unusual walking tour of Venice. A good tour with Valentina. It was a pity it was both an Italian tour and English (instead of just... read moreA good tour with Valentina. It was a pity it was both an Italian tour and English (instead of just English). Headsets would improve the tour as Venice is very busy and sometimes it was hard to hear even though we were a fairly small group. read less
Great option to take a Gondola Everything is very well organized and streamlined. The tour directors are easy to find with their directions and clear signage.... read moreEverything is very well organized and streamlined. The tour directors are easy to find with their directions and clear signage. Guide was informative, funny, and friendly (forgot his name but he's a native Venetian with braided pony tail).
Would recommend this tour for a sample of what a Gondola ride can be. read less
It was ok It was short. You only see maybe six rooms. I was expecting more. I would’ve thought for a prison that... read moreIt was short. You only see maybe six rooms. I was expecting more. I would’ve thought for a prison that they would’ve shown more cells or common areas read less
Very interesting The tour is really interesting, and the guide very knowledgeble with excellent language. Tnank you!!
Fantastic tour! Valentino was a fabulous guide and very talented! This has made our holiday and would highly recommend. Thank you X
Not to be missed Loved it! Ricardo shared insightful knowledge about Venice on our walk around the city. He was welcoming, friendly and fun.
Once... read moreLoved it! Ricardo shared insightful knowledge about Venice on our walk around the city. He was welcoming, friendly and fun.
Once on the gondola, we experienced the beauty of Venice up close and would recommend this tour to anyone. It was informative and the perfect opportunity for photos, great value for money read less
Relaxing Was a very good experience. Found it to be a relaxing way to see part of Venice. 5 people is... read moreWas a very good experience. Found it to be a relaxing way to see part of Venice. 5 people is the maximum allowed so not to crowded. read less
Gondola tour Riccardo was awesome, gave a great tour and with interesting facts about Venice. Before popping us on the gondola.
Peaceful Riccardo was a great guide! I would definitely recommend the Gondola ride, it was very nice and peaceful.
Too short of a ride Doing a Gondola ride in Venice is a must. Our Gondolier was friendly and informative. The reason I gave it... read moreDoing a Gondola ride in Venice is a must. Our Gondolier was friendly and informative. The reason I gave it a 4 star instead of a 5 is because it was too short..maybe 15-20 minutes. This tour is also in a busy section of Venice. The company did what was advertised and they were on time and nice. read less
Shared Gondola Ride Good value for money. Guide Luca was very helpful. Recommended. Not much more to say to fill the... read moreGood value for money. Guide Luca was very helpful. Recommended. Not much more to say to fill the mandatory 100 character requirement. read less
Good experience but couldn’t hear commentary I loved the gondola ride - truly a bucket list item well checked off. I also enjoyed how we spent... read moreI loved the gondola ride - truly a bucket list item well checked off. I also enjoyed how we spent the majority of our time in the smaller side canals rather than the crowded Grand Canal. However, the audio devices did not have a long range and even though we were only two boats away from the guide we could not hear the commentary. read less
veryyyy good it’s very excellent !! I would do it again. it was a very nice ride!! and I think that as... read moreit’s very excellent !! I would do it again. it was a very nice ride!! and I think that as a couple it must be great. read less
Walking tour of Doge's Palace, Basilica and City We really enjoyed our guide who was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Walking through the narrow streets of Venice was... read moreWe really enjoyed our guide who was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Walking through the narrow streets of Venice was fascinating, and seeing the extravagant beauty of St. Mark's Cathedral was awe-inspiring. Would highly recommend. read less
Gondala trip Amazing tour group and lovely gondola right. Worth the money, extremely friendly and approachable, would recommend!
Fantastic experience A fantastic and unusual experience that takes you back through history. A very interesting and worthwhile visit.
Cheap and cozy gondola ride It was a great option for a gondola ride. For the price, I didn't expect anything else than what was... read moreIt was a great option for a gondola ride. For the price, I didn't expect anything else than what was promised and that's what we got. The only tricky part was the meeting point. I recommend you find the place with a good time beforehand and don't expect that it will be near a canal. The tour starts with a little guided walk and you will get to the gondolas later on. Everything else was great. read less
A brilliant way to spend an hour in Venice An absolutely fantastic way to spend a couple of hours in Venice. The tutors are so helpful, and give... read moreAn absolutely fantastic way to spend a couple of hours in Venice. The tutors are so helpful, and give you lots of creative ideas for the mask you want to paint. It's also incredibly therapeutic! read less
Self paced tour around a special building The history that was made in the Doge's Palace is astonishing and impressive and is well worth knowing about.
There is... read moreThe history that was made in the Doge's Palace is astonishing and impressive and is well worth knowing about.
There is no physical guide. You download the commentary on to your cellphone and activate each audio when in the right place. The audios were not in a proper sequence so it took a while to know which to use. Once properly located they told a story the observer would be much the poorer for not knowing.
"Skip the queue" was an advantage because the queues were long.
As a bonus there was also a Venice panorama commentary which was useful while wondering this wonderful city.
The trip is appropriately priced for what you get. read less
A must for first timers Private Gondola ride was amazing. It was a beautiful night and going on the grand canal was really smooth... read morePrivate Gondola ride was amazing. It was a beautiful night and going on the grand canal was really smooth and not choppy. We knew it was going to be expensive, but its a must for a first time to Venice. Too bad, they dont actually sing ;). read less
Very good...with exceptions Our guide was excellent. Very friendly and interesting. Our private tour was just my wife and myself, making it a... read moreOur guide was excellent. Very friendly and interesting. Our private tour was just my wife and myself, making it a special experience. However, I felt - only slightly - that our guide was a bit "scattered". He left some of the decision-making up to us, but I wish it had been just a bit more organized. Nonetheless, we learned an immense amount of facts and thoroughly enjoyed our tour.
The one negative was our "guide" (not our regular tour guide) who took us around the glass blowing facility. Although he, too, was very informative and friendly, we felt pressured to buy something (my wife bought a small set of earrings, but it didn't seem to please him, leading us to believe he got a commission on the larger items, but not the smaller ones). His response was disappointing.
Would I recommend this tour? Yes, but be prepared to say no, if you're just there for the tour. read less
good experience nice experience, helpful guide. arrived in time even with the carnival crowds. looking forward to see all the places inside. recommended
Made my mother’s dream come true It was perfection. This is a dream trip for my mother & she’s been wanting to ride a gondola since... read moreIt was perfection. This is a dream trip for my mother & she’s been wanting to ride a gondola since she was a child. However, I was really worried if she could since she’s handicap & walks with a cane (she’s 74 yrs young) but two gentlemen from the company helped her get on. One kept the boat steady and held her and the other was on the boat holding her as she was getting on. They made sure she was steady and was able to sit comfortably. I cannot be appreciative enough because they literally made my mother’s dream come true!! Thank you so much!! The ride was smooth… he pointed out key points along the ride. We rode through small canals and the grand. When my mother had to get off, again they were there to make sure she was good!! Thank you again!! read less
A must Really great learning about the architecture of this amazing city. Salt water and bricks -no! Valentina was a great... read moreReally great learning about the architecture of this amazing city. Salt water and bricks -no! Valentina was a great guide, thank you! read less
Awesome experience, highly recommended Carlota was great & very informative. I booked this last minute & so so glad I did. Alot cheaper than... read moreCarlota was great & very informative. I booked this last minute & so so glad I did. Alot cheaper than booking along the canal (€80)
Thanks for helping to fulfil a childhood dream!
Highly recommended! read less
Excellent Tour We had a 1/2 day walking tour of Venice through Flaminia Travels in Rome, Italy. Our private guide, who... read moreWe had a 1/2 day walking tour of Venice through Flaminia Travels in Rome, Italy. Our private guide, who was a native of Venice, was excellent. She spoke very good English, had a good sense of humor and was very good explaining the history of Venice. She showed us the “real” Venice where the citizens reside in addition to the tourist sites. She was also very good in providing recommendations for dining and shopping. An outstanding tour. read less
Amazing experience and it’s FREE! This tour is a must! And, it’s also free. It gives you the overview of Venice and it’s surrounding areas.... read moreThis tour is a must! And, it’s also free. It gives you the overview of Venice and it’s surrounding areas. The guide was insightful and explained so much about Venice. Very glad we did this 2 hour walking tour. Be sure to tip well. That is how they can continue to offer it free of charge to the public! read less
Good information and quiq tour Old and original pices of punishment. Your gives good overview how was life of criminals back in the old times.
Gondola Ride with Tour Guide Great tour guide, easy to find, and smaller groups allowed great personalization. Tour guides were efficient and added a lot... read moreGreat tour guide, easy to find, and smaller groups allowed great personalization. Tour guides were efficient and added a lot of detail on the history along the walk. read less
Venice really is a must visit place, BUT to really see it fully and explore on foot you need more than a couple of days We spent 5 days in Venice which most people say you don’t need that long, we’ll o can honestly say... read moreWe spent 5 days in Venice which most people say you don’t need that long, we’ll o can honestly say I think you do, you can walk and walk or water taxi to so many amazing places in Venice, little squares beautiful buildings, churches, bridges, it really is the most amazing city, although make sure your phones charged and you use maps on it, I have never been down as many alley ways and dead ends in my life, I think we walked everywhere in Venice and we had lunch and dinner in places we just dropped in on as we walked, usually as we entered a square, I loved Venice and as a go to place on anyone’s bucket list a must do place to visit, but don’t do it on a cruise ship for a day or even two days, take the time out and explore at a leisurely pace, stop and relax and grab a beer or a glass of wine in a local square, yes St Marks and the Basilica are amazing as are the costs to eat and drink around there, but venture out San Polo, Dorsoduro it is an amazing city, but like I said, a maps app on your phone and good walking shoes or trainers and an appetite for amazing Italian food 👍 read less
Loved It! My husband and I had a fabulous gondola ride and felt it was worth all the hype and money. ... read moreMy husband and I had a fabulous gondola ride and felt it was worth all the hype and money. Our gondolier was friendly, knowledgable and took his time going through the canals. It was my husbands 60th birthday and the gondola ride made the celebration quite memorable. read less
Great Good value for money compared to other gondolas. Guide was very good. Good information about Venice.
Gondola plus tour Was a really interesting tour which included a tour guide and the boat ride was enjoyable. Would definitely recommend it... read moreWas a really interesting tour which included a tour guide and the boat ride was enjoyable. Would definitely recommend it to others. read less
Awesome walking tour guide: Valentina Valentina was out walking tour guide and is such a wonderful guide! She provides loads of very interesting information! Highly... read moreValentina was out walking tour guide and is such a wonderful guide! She provides loads of very interesting information! Highly recommend if you can book your tour with her read less
Canal excursion It was short and sweet! It was in a very central location and enjoyed finding local places to eat from... read moreIt was short and sweet! It was in a very central location and enjoyed finding local places to eat from the experience! read less
Professional and amazing! Great experience! My family and I arrived on time and signed in. We were assigned a number and were... read moreGreat experience! My family and I arrived on time and signed in. We were assigned a number and were asked to wait. Easy to find place, professional guide, and clear directions. The gondola ride was amazing. The gondolier did not speak but was sure to pose for our selfies. This ride was amazing. Highly recommended! read less
Very lovely experience Really lovely experience but the commentary was done via a radio and the connection was poor. Otherwise a delightful trip.
Great experience The skill of the gondolier was incredible. Never hit another gondola, never touched a building. Very impressed. Don’t miss the opportunity.
Doge’s palace tour great, landmarks tour just ok Doge’s palace part was excellent! Walking tour of city landmarks was just ok, a little too much focus on high... read moreDoge’s palace part was excellent! Walking tour of city landmarks was just ok, a little too much focus on high tide and COVID tourism. It lacked the “color” I was looking for, but I did get that in the second half of the tour with Doge’s palace. Worth it, if nothing else, than to skip the incredibly long line at the Doge’s palace. Recommend doing a 9am tour to beat the incredible crowds at San Marco and actually experience the magic of the place more intimately. read less
EXCELLENT Excellent. I recommend in every people that you come. It’s a big trip with the best guy that drive the... read moreExcellent. I recommend in every people that you come. It’s a big trip with the best guy that drive the gondola. The tour guide is also the best read less
Brilliant start to finish Our guide from start to finish was amazing so entertaining I would highly recommend going on this tour. The gondola... read moreOur guide from start to finish was amazing so entertaining I would highly recommend going on this tour. The gondola boat ride it self was daunting to me as I am a bigger lady but was reassured by the person on the boat. In fact when I tried to shift my weight thinking it would tip me advised me the boat isn’t symmetrical and my weight had nothing to do with it read less
Amazing! Just loved this tour. Such a grand palace. I am so glad we pre bought tickets the queues to... read moreJust loved this tour. Such a grand palace. I am so glad we pre bought tickets the queues to get in were huge.
Our guide was very knowledgeable. Well worth it read less
Amazing tour Amazing tour; Francesco was engaging and extremely knowledgeable. Would recommend to everyone in Venice for a way to learn about... read moreAmazing tour; Francesco was engaging and extremely knowledgeable. Would recommend to everyone in Venice for a way to learn about the city read less
Venice Gondola Ride and Walking Tour Very knowledgable! The walking tour part didn’t go on for too long which was good! I would highly recommend if... read moreVery knowledgable! The walking tour part didn’t go on for too long which was good! I would highly recommend if you want to learn a little bit about Venice and have a gondola ride! read less
Venice tour The gondola was really good! The secret tour was really interesting. You could tell she knew the area well! The... read moreThe gondola was really good! The secret tour was really interesting. You could tell she knew the area well! The scenery is...to die for! It's well worth doing both in one! Highly recommend both read less
Shooting into hide Venetian areas... We had the tour on Feb 4 during the Carnival opening; our photographer tour leader was so good sharing tricks... read moreWe had the tour on Feb 4 during the Carnival opening; our photographer tour leader was so good sharing tricks and information on how to improve our photo skills that now we can go back home with much better shots from our vacation.
Thank you! read less
Wonderful Family Experience Our family was traveling in Venice in January, and we had the opportunity to make our own masks during this... read moreOur family was traveling in Venice in January, and we had the opportunity to make our own masks during this course.
There are four of us -- two adults, and two tween/teen girls (ages 12 and 14). I wasn't sure how the girls would feel about basically a craft project, but they loved it. Even moreso, my partner who was skeptical walked away really thrilled with the experience and our final results. (As he just said, "Write in the review that the dad even loved this!")
This family-owned shop has amazing masks on display. We had a ton of blank mask options to choose from, and then our instructor offered suggestions on how to decide where to add our colors. After a couple of rounds of painting, all while learning more about Venice and mask-making, he added amazing accents to each mask.
Our masks look like works of art thanks to his finishing touches, and they are proudly on display at home now that we've returned.
This is an experience we would definitely recommend! read less
Loved Venice! Venice was even better than I thought! So much to see and delicious Venetian cuisine. I spent five days. I... read moreVenice was even better than I thought! So much to see and delicious Venetian cuisine. I spent five days. I would definitely go back! read less
Cool Valentina was interesting and very nice unfortunately the phone had a volume too low to complete the explanations.
Great Tour Short and sweet semi-private ride! Friendly staff, good route, and nice mix of host guided and self-guided tour. Decent price.
A great tour and very informative guide. Valentina was awesome and it was an excellent way to start our visit to Venice An excellent tour of Venice and the perfect way to start our visit to the city. Valentina was a superb... read moreAn excellent tour of Venice and the perfect way to start our visit to the city. Valentina was a superb giude and helped us get a feel for this unique city and all its history. read less
Nice gondola experience. We enjoyed having a gondola ride at a reasonable price and having the guide to facilitate getting that ride and... read moreWe enjoyed having a gondola ride at a reasonable price and having the guide to facilitate getting that ride and giving us some information about Venice. The ride was a little short. read less
Great experience Very interesting exhibition in a beautiful palace near San Marco; the experience was very nice and the staff was kind.
Highly recommend this tour! Great to learn about the ancient history of Venice from Valentina. I knew it took some innovation to build this... read moreGreat to learn about the ancient history of Venice from Valentina. I knew it took some innovation to build this phenomenon on water, but they were seriously ahead of their time to even incorporate optical illusions into the wall murals. read less
Gondola trip Claudia looked after us very well and her commentary was informative and useful. The trip was memorable and quite... read moreClaudia looked after us very well and her commentary was informative and useful. The trip was memorable and quite made our holiday read less
Very good self guided tour Good self guided tour. Early entrance so crowds less of an issue. Decent price for self guided tour with written... read moreGood self guided tour. Early entrance so crowds less of an issue. Decent price for self guided tour with written guidebook received with tickets the morning of the tour. Interesting history and much better understood after tour read less
Gondola ride on a high tide We followed our informative guide Ricardo from the meeting point kiosk north of San Marco to the gondola platform in... read moreWe followed our informative guide Ricardo from the meeting point kiosk north of San Marco to the gondola platform in Campo San Moisè. We then enjoyed a 25 minute circuit through back canals and a bit of the Grand Canal with our wonderful gondolier. He explained about the steps that building owners were taking to combat the high tides (Piazza San Marco was to be flooded today). A great visit. read less
Beautiful It was stunningly beautiful. Lots of pretty buildings, shops & restaurants.
It's like a maze over little bridges & down... read moreIt was stunningly beautiful. Lots of pretty buildings, shops & restaurants.
It's like a maze over little bridges & down alleyways through buildings. We went to Rome & Naples and in my opinion they weren't a patch on venice, I would definitely recommend venice to anyone going to Italy read less
Great experience Me and my partner thoroughly enjoyed this experience on Monday. It was nice to have the short walking tour leading... read moreMe and my partner thoroughly enjoyed this experience on Monday. It was nice to have the short walking tour leading into the gondola experience. Ricardo was our tour guide and he was fantastic, so knowledgable and friendly and we felt very lucky to have him in our gondola. read less
Islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. We visited the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello in September, the trip was well worth every penny. Murano... read moreWe visited the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello in September, the trip was well worth every penny. Murano with its beautiful glassmaking industry and small cafes was a delight, we then went on to Burano with its brightly coloured houses and lace manufacturing which was fascinating, and where we had a light lunch overlooking the lagoon enjoying a glass of rose. Then on to Torcello to visit the old cathedral which was interesting, and another glass of rose! A lovely day trip in glorious weather. read less
Very interesting and informative walking tour of Venice, followed by a Gondola ride. Valentina was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable, engaging and easy to understand. We had a lot of fun... read moreValentina was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable, engaging and easy to understand. We had a lot of fun and I feel like we learned a lot! This was probably my favorite walking tour while traveling Italy!
Valentina then took us to meet up with Riccardo, the guide who led us to the Gondola ride. Born and raised in Venice, he really knew his stuff. He was an incredibly intelligent young man who answered all of our questions! He also had a wonderful sense of humor. Thank you Valentina, Riccardo and our Gondolier for a great morning! read less
Basic and concise The brief intro provided by the tour guide was good and the gondola ride was pleasant. Each gondola fits up... read moreThe brief intro provided by the tour guide was good and the gondola ride was pleasant. Each gondola fits up to 5 people so you may be grouped with strangers. read less
Touching, funny and Interactive Museum in the main square of Venice I was there in April and it was fantastic, the old palace, the experience, the meaning. It is very interactive,... read moreI was there in April and it was fantastic, the old palace, the experience, the meaning. It is very interactive, for family, for friends, for single, for everyone. read less
Family mask decorating We had a great morning with our 6 and 8 year olds. You choose a mask to paint, paint it... read moreWe had a great morning with our 6 and 8 year olds. You choose a mask to paint, paint it with 2 colours then Giorgio decorated it for you expertly. Giorgio and his family have made masks for centuries. Great authentic experience and relaxing time out of busy Venice. Well worth money. read less
Best shared gondola trip with facts Such a great tour. The guide was so charismatic and interesting. Gondola was so relaxing and learnt a lot.
Venice gondola tours We enjoyed the ride very much. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The gondolier was excellent at managing the gondola.
Enjoyable Enjoyed the trip and information very much staff was helpful. Only issue was the time spent on the islands was... read moreEnjoyed the trip and information very much staff was helpful. Only issue was the time spent on the islands was shorter than expected from the description read less
Gondola tour Very nice people taking the tours. A short walking tour with was informative and the gondola ride which was beautiful.... read moreVery nice people taking the tours. A short walking tour with was informative and the gondola ride which was beautiful. Great experience read less
A great experience facilitated by an excellent guide A comprehensive tour of St Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. Our guide spoke excellent English and provided insightful commentary
Gondola tour with Ricky Ricardo is an awesome and charismatic guide who manages to convey a lot information in a little time.
Gondola Ride experience We have an amazing gondola ride. It’s very interesting to see how they maneuver it such tight spaces. It’s a... read moreWe have an amazing gondola ride. It’s very interesting to see how they maneuver it such tight spaces. It’s a must do when in Venice. read less
Venice in a nutshell Very busy we walked all rhe way through Venice ro get to San marco square but I would get the... read moreVery busy we walked all rhe way through Venice ro get to San marco square but I would get the water taxi outside the station to San marco and it costs about 10 euro each and it takes 40 mins but you go down the grand canal . Its a must ! If you eat on and around the side streets its cheaper than the built up areas . But just enjoy the beautiful building and take it all in . We loved it . Ps wear comfy shoes there is a lot of walking !! read less
Fun and Inexpensive If you are looking for a fun and relatively inexpensive gondola ride look no further. We booked this last minute... read moreIf you are looking for a fun and relatively inexpensive gondola ride look no further. We booked this last minute and it absolutely checked the "gondola ride/informative tour" box while we were in Venice. Starting in the smaller canals and then spilling our into the Grand Canal, we were so happy we did this. We did have to share a gondola with another couple but they were fun and it didn't take away from the experience at all. read less
Burano ❤️ very good. I really liked the place, the food was fantastic, I enjoyed it to the fullest. Very good
Buy tickets there - it's cheaper Obviously the Doges Palace was spectacular.
I would however get your tickets when you get there as they will be cheaper.
Buying... read moreObviously the Doges Palace was spectacular.
I would however get your tickets when you get there as they will be cheaper.
Buying tickets here on line only gives you a booking confirmation.
You then have to go to a ticket office in Venice about ten minutes away from the palace to get the actual tickets (plus the free guide book)
So you might as well get them when you get there - cheaper.
Obviously this was March and queues, though evident are most probably a lot longer in the summer. read less
Gondola Very short trip with gondola, about 15 minutes. The tour guy was very good and prepared. The gondola man was... read moreVery short trip with gondola, about 15 minutes. The tour guy was very good and prepared. The gondola man was talking loud, non stop to other gondola drivers all the way and that was not pleasant. read less
Beautiful 😍 Expensive but worth it all
Watch out for high tide as some arrea flood
Best to travel out of season... read moreExpensive but worth it all
Watch out for high tide as some arrea flood
Best to travel out of season as can be very busy .I have travelled in September and again January. January was definitely better less crowds read less
Beautiful day in Venice Our guide was super friendly. The gondola ride was relaxing and beautiful 😍 🍇 ☀️ The photo opportunites were... read moreOur guide was super friendly. The gondola ride was relaxing and beautiful 😍 🍇 ☀️ The photo opportunites were amazing. So happy we did it. read less
Peaceful ride This was a very nice excursion. Staff was helpful. just be prepared for lots of walking and transferring to taxi boat.
I had a good experience Our tour guide was very professional and informative. Good way to see the hidden gems. The walk was nice specially... read moreOur tour guide was very professional and informative. Good way to see the hidden gems. The walk was nice specially during this time of the year. read less
Wonderful exhibition to explore ‘A World of Potential’ is a lovely exhibition to explore in Venice. Located in the Procuratie with access from St... read more‘A World of Potential’ is a lovely exhibition to explore in Venice. Located in the Procuratie with access from St Mark’s Square the exhibition used state of the art, interactive experiences to allow you to explore a little about yourself and get a glimpse of the work that The Human Safety Net does. It’s great to wonder through, with some really excellent interactive experiences - fun to do for couples and families with older children too. Well worth exploring!
The Procuratie itself has been beautifully restored and while the exhibition is not about the building, the views through windows and from the terrace are lovely. A good cafe too with well priced food and coffee. read less
Great for family with teenage boys. This was a really relaxing trip around the canal with my two teen boys and I. They are 14 and... read moreThis was a really relaxing trip around the canal with my two teen boys and I. They are 14 and 16 and enjoyed it. Might be worth paying a little more for the commentary, although our guide gave a little here and there. The canal was a bit congested at 1130 so you might want to go earlier or later. Thank you great time! read less
Fun and knowledgeable Tiziana, Gaia, and Nicole were really good guides! I learned a lot! I got to see a lot of cool... read moreTiziana, Gaia, and Nicole were really good guides! I learned a lot! I got to see a lot of cool places in Venice and hear about the history. read less
Amazing food, easy to follow and very fun! Me and my boyfriend went to this cooking class in Venice as we wanted to learn to cook real Italian... read moreMe and my boyfriend went to this cooking class in Venice as we wanted to learn to cook real Italian food. Carolyn was very welcoming and very fun! We learnt how to make two different pasta dishes and a dessert as well as some appetisers. Everything was delicious and very easy to make. She makes sure to teach you a way that can be done at home, without special utensils or techniques. We will definitely make the dishes we learnt back at home! Doing it in her own kitchen makes you feel very welcome and comfortable and she will go the extra mile to give you all the tips she knows! Definitely a great experience if you are going to Venice 🙂 read less
Happy N easy to find The gondoliere was very friendly N told us a lot of interesting facts about gondolas N Venezia in the olden days.
Lovely experience! Absolutely loved our gondola ride! It was super relaxing and such a fun way to see Venice. Rene was a... read moreAbsolutely loved our gondola ride! It was super relaxing and such a fun way to see Venice. Rene was a fantastic guide along the way. read less
Stars and lights We chose to take our gondola rides at dusk , it was beautiful and as we turned onto the grand... read moreWe chose to take our gondola rides at dusk , it was beautiful and as we turned onto the grand canal the lights and stars were magical read less
Excellent! An excellent commentary alongside a relaxing gondola ride. A must have experience when in Venice!!!!
Not to be missed! Absolutely beautiful! The artwork was beyond description. This was our favourite place to visit in Venice! It... read moreAbsolutely beautiful! The artwork was beyond description. This was our favourite place to visit in Venice! It was so nice to be able to take our time going through so that we could appreciate it all. read less
Expensive but well worth a visit We visited in December. The Doge Palace definitely deserves a visit. We booked the skip-the-line tickets from Venice Tours including... read moreWe visited in December. The Doge Palace definitely deserves a visit. We booked the skip-the-line tickets from Venice Tours including a colorful guide.
Upon arrival, there was indeed a big queue but I think the additional fee we had to pay to skip the line was too high.
We had to wait in line for the booth to pick up our tickets. It stated on the website we would receive a brochure. The lady at the booth informed us we could either get a brochure or use an online app. Unfortunately, we didn't know we had this option so make sure you have phones for everyone including earphones (we didn't) plus a charger because the app drains your battery. Make sure you download the app immediately next to the booth in order to benefit from the wifi. The app itself offered quite interesting background information. In the palace there are signs but they only give limited information (different from the app).
We enjoyed visiting it on our own. read less
Another must do tour if you are visiting Venice This was a last minute selection but we are so glad we went.
The English speaking tour guide was brilliant.... read moreThis was a last minute selection but we are so glad we went.
The English speaking tour guide was brilliant.
Very informative and really filled in some of the gaps that we had left from the other tours we’d been on.
The tour itself lasted an hour and we had time at the end to look around the museum unescorted.
The history was fascinating and we loved the story of Jacamo Casanova .
It’s was good value for money and we would highly recommend it .
Fabulous way to learn more about beautiful Venice. read less
Walking thru Venice The history and sightseeing. It’s always good to know a little about a place you’re traveling. You’ll appreciate and understand... read moreThe history and sightseeing. It’s always good to know a little about a place you’re traveling. You’ll appreciate and understand their way of living. May sure to wear comfortable shoes. read less
Peaceful and charming I booked a gondola trip at sunset and that’s what I received, i would agree with other reviews that it... read moreI booked a gondola trip at sunset and that’s what I received, i would agree with other reviews that it may be more cost effective to buy on the day from a reputable stall. As the price I paid was well above the €100 for an evening slot which was offered on the day.
I was also asked as soon as I got in the gondola, if I wanted to pay €50 more to go under the Rialto bridge, which we declined, obviously, as that is extortionate on top of the already paid price.
However, due to the weather and forecast thunder, our gondola ride was cut short about 25mins long in total. Because of this I requested a partial refund, of which I then received a few days later. Which made me feel a lot better about the experience.
This basically meant in the end I still paid over the nose for the experience, but unlike most I did obtain useful information about the surroundings from the gondolier, and he did seem more capable than many others on the canal. For example, no queuing, crashing or sharp turns, and due to the quieter route the boat didn’t rock as much as we saw others do on the grand canal.
All in all, if you want a quiet romantic ride down the small intimate canals and the grand canal, then this is for you. But this ride does not include any major tourist destinations, and is 30mins not 30-45 as described. read less
Worth advance reservation A relaxing must-do Venice excursion. Very entertained by the operators and the guide was informative and accommodating despite the... read moreA relaxing must-do Venice excursion. Very entertained by the operators and the guide was informative and accommodating despite the generally unhelpful staff member who was responsible for checking in. Be sure to leave ample time arrive at your checkin point. The winding streets of Venice can delay you. read less
Great! Great experience! Even with small kid. Would recommend it. I think it’s a must do in Venice. Thanks!
Great Tour guide was really nice and informative. Just had a little trouble understanding her on the radio maybe it was... read moreTour guide was really nice and informative. Just had a little trouble understanding her on the radio maybe it was our headphones read less
Worth the money Beautiful view over the venice canals. The guide Ricardo was absolutely legendary. Would definitely recommend - great price
Very fun gondel tour It was a very fun and informatieve tour thanks to Ricardo. First we went a bit through the streets were... read moreIt was a very fun and informatieve tour thanks to Ricardo. First we went a bit through the streets were Ricardo told something about Venice. Then we got to go in the Gondel over the beautiful waters. read less
Excellent experience working with glass What a wonderful experience! Max is very careful about your safety. His instructions are clear and you practice several times... read moreWhat a wonderful experience! Max is very careful about your safety. His instructions are clear and you practice several times before working on a small pendant that you get to keep. This was one of the highlights of my trip! read less
Gondola rides made accessible The tour was a great way to see the canals and experience a gondola ride - for the price you... read moreThe tour was a great way to see the canals and experience a gondola ride - for the price you can’t and won’t find better. Ricardo was very friendly, knowledgeable, and informative. Would happily recommend! read less
Amazing! Wonderful tour! Our guide Valentina showed us to the most beautiful places in Venice. She was so kind and was... read moreWonderful tour! Our guide Valentina showed us to the most beautiful places in Venice. She was so kind and was full of passion and love for Venice. Truly an amazing experience. She showed us places we never would have been able to find without her! 10/10 recommend:) read less
Great tour, highly recommend Tour guide was excellent. Gave us just enough detail to understand and appreciate the history of the basilica. Tour company... read moreTour guide was excellent. Gave us just enough detail to understand and appreciate the history of the basilica. Tour company was a bit disorganized, but they took care to get us where we needed to be. read less
Great trip after a stressful start Initially easy to book and pay for on line and price is the going rate via most operators.
Challenging to... read moreInitially easy to book and pay for on line and price is the going rate via most operators.
Challenging to find the stand to redeem online vouchers for tickets, instructions appear clear however it is a busy place and the ‘stand’ was not obvious.
It’s also not clear who you are traveling with or the departure point.
I found the boat and depart point through luck or we would have missed the trip.
The itinerary for the tour is good and well worth the visit.
It would be beneficial however to have an itinerary to confirm how long the stay on each island is to allow time for refreshments/ lunch which would fit perfectly if we had been told before hand.
For added excitement thread passengers were left at the second island and had to catch up the tour by private water taxi.
The islands, are well worth the trip. Glass blowing demo on Murano interesting but as usual exit via the gift shop.
In sum good but could be improved with better communication and easier ticket collection. read less
A Murano Island Tour with Viatour Do it. You learn so much about the Venetian islands, Murano, Burano, Torcello and many more. A visit to... read moreDo it. You learn so much about the Venetian islands, Murano, Burano, Torcello and many more. A visit to the glass blowing factory,
Is really interesting. Despite my initial misgivings, I attended and I was enchanted with the display .great attention and great tour guide . read less
Incredible Tour Guide What a fabulous tour! Our guide Nicolo Merlo gave us great detail of historical neighborhoods & the context of... read moreWhat a fabulous tour! Our guide Nicolo Merlo gave us great detail of historical neighborhoods & the context of changes throughout the ages. He was born and raised in Venice, so he knew of which he spoke. His humor was delight & we would have stayed the whole day with him if possible. The pace was very comfortable & the information provided used a great launch for our stay in Venice. Grazi! read less
Fantastic first time in Venice! Ricardo was a fantastic host, we learned a lot about the city and gondolas. Will definitely come again!
Amaizing Amaizing!!! They are very good tho to the office to find them with time. The tour guide was very... read moreAmaizing!!! They are very good tho to the office to find them with time. The tour guide was very informative and the gondola guy was great read less
Really enjoyable experience!! Would highly recommend to anyone! Good information given whilst going on the tour Really interesting to go in the cells of the prison and see the weapons. The women giving the tour was... read moreReally interesting to go in the cells of the prison and see the weapons. The women giving the tour was lovely and made it more enjoyable read less
Our visit quite good for the first time. The one who is in charge to collect qr code Doesn't have time to help us with the... read moreThe one who is in charge to collect qr code Doesn't have time to help us with the question. Our gondollier is good and he even sang for us. read less
We got peaceful ride We have read reviews so expected 30 min ride with friends. I think people should read better description of gondola... read moreWe have read reviews so expected 30 min ride with friends. I think people should read better description of gondola ride offer. Everything was smooth in our case and we enjoyed it very mmuch.We were lucky we got out right before the weather got storming. Ride was peaceful and relaxing, that's what we were looking for. read less
Positive gondola experience, a short talk followed by gondola ride for approx 25mins through the grand canal. Ricardo was brilli A short talk from our guide Ricardo who was brilliant, very enthusiastic, friendly and informative. Followed by 25mins or so... read moreA short talk from our guide Ricardo who was brilliant, very enthusiastic, friendly and informative. Followed by 25mins or so on a shared gondola. There were 4 of us in total. Was lovely, relaxing to go through the grand canal. Our gondolier was OK, just glad he wasn't on his pone . Lovely going past other gondolas where there was also music and singing. Would recommend. We were not disappointed. read less
Great but had to sit out It was great but they counted my 1 year old as an adult and could not let six of us... read moreIt was great but they counted my 1 year old as an adult and could not let six of us on a gondola together. I did check with customer service on viator if I needed to buy a ticket for her and they said no. But when I went up the clerk told me she counted as an adult and there could not be 6 people to a gondola. So I would have to pay for another boat. But he said it was a common issue they were running into after coivd. So I sat out with the baby, it's all good though. The others said they really enjoyed the boat ride. It was so relaxing they fell asleep lol. read less
Lovely! Extremely interesting and fulfilling experience.
The assistants were kind and informative.
Very cool!
Must-Do Venetian Experience! The views were absolutely breathtaking. This is a must-do iconic experience for all those traveling to Venice!
Excellent! Great gondola ride! Tour guide gave a mini history lesson before the ride and the ride was long enough but... read moreGreat gondola ride! Tour guide gave a mini history lesson before the ride and the ride was long enough but short enough without being bored and passed thru great parts of the city. I went solo and felt safe as well as I was paired up with a lovely family who was also on vacation. FANTASTIC VIEWS! read less
Best Venice Intro and Gondola Ride What a perfect little introduction to the beautiful and storied city of Venice. The guide greets you at the meet... read moreWhat a perfect little introduction to the beautiful and storied city of Venice. The guide greets you at the meet up point, provides clear instruction and guidance, and then takes the group on a short walking tour with commentary en route to the Gondolas. Although this is a “group” tour, it is split up over several Gondolas so there are only between 2 and 5 people in each boat. Would highly recommend this trip, especially considering the actual amount of time spent in the Gondola, and the low price compared to most other trips! read less
Amazing experience! Great experience, Alessandra is a very good and expert guide ! The trip on an authentic gondola is a MUST... read moreGreat experience, Alessandra is a very good and expert guide ! The trip on an authentic gondola is a MUST if you come to Venice! Absolutely recommended! read less
Fantastic Fantastic tour with Valentina. UT was really interesting and we learn a lot and had fun. Thank you very much.... read moreFantastic tour with Valentina. UT was really interesting and we learn a lot and had fun. Thank you very much. We will come back next time again read less
Excellent experience Excellent experience, tour guide was very good given some history and facts on the short walk before gondola trip, which... read moreExcellent experience, tour guide was very good given some history and facts on the short walk before gondola trip, which was very enjoyable read less
Worth it I like the option of having the brief history/ walking tour. Loved the scenic views. Other reviews are accurate that... read moreI like the option of having the brief history/ walking tour. Loved the scenic views. Other reviews are accurate that the gondola ride is beautiful but could be a much more fulfilling experience if they sang, provided a brief history or even engaged a bit more during the ride. There were some high traffic areas during the ride that kept us at a halt for a bit but can’t complain about that because it was still a good experience. It was a quick ride but still worth the price. Would give 5 stars if the gondolier was more engaging during the ride read less
Excellent 30 minute gondola ride A gondola trip is definitely essential in Venice and this is great value if you're not with enough people ... read moreA gondola trip is definitely essential in Venice and this is great value if you're not with enough people to rent an entire gondola (~$100+ from the signs I saw).
The description should clarify that it is not a 50 minute gondola ride, rather it's about a 15 minute walk from the check in to the gondolas, during which your guide gives you an excellent overview of the history of the gondolas, then a 30 minute ride. The gondola ride itself is not narrated so you can just enjoy the sights and sounds of Venice. read less
Ride of a lifetime The Gondola ride was amazing thanks to Frederico! And Carlotta was a great guide. The city is just awe inspiring
Incredible Doge’s Palace experience A beautifully laid out tour. Clear instructions given where to collect tickets and guidebook. Fantastic to learn the history of... read moreA beautifully laid out tour. Clear instructions given where to collect tickets and guidebook. Fantastic to learn the history of the Doges and those who ruled Venice. Not crowded at all. Clear descriptions given of each room. Amazing to walk over Bridge of Sighs and your the prisons. A must see. read less
Wonderful experience We had a wonderful experience painting masks in Venice! What a beautiful way to experience a local custom and... read moreWe had a wonderful experience painting masks in Venice! What a beautiful way to experience a local custom and have fun along the way! I highly recommend this experience for children and adults alike! read less
Good overview of less public spaces The tour was well done. Half of the group had already been through the Doge’s Palace, but he went ahead... read moreThe tour was well done. Half of the group had already been through the Doge’s Palace, but he went ahead and gave the info anyway (as he should). He (Francisco) did a good job of telling interesting stories and waiting until we were all together so everyone could hear him. My only issue is that he tended to march ahead without looking back to see if we were following. In one case, he was at least 50 feet ahead of the closest guest and two others were far back. He needs to check more frequently to let the pokey people catch up. read less
Nice day Loved torchello & burono island very colourful enjoyed the day lots to see had 1 hkur on each island... read moreLoved torchello & burono island very colourful enjoyed the day lots to see had 1 hkur on each island which was plenty of time to walk around read less
Amazing mosaic workmanship The Basilica is amazing and well worth the visit. We took a guided tour which was very good and allows... read moreThe Basilica is amazing and well worth the visit. We took a guided tour which was very good and allows you to skip the line. The only negative thing is that once we were there, to access other areas within the basilica were extra costs. read less
Tour of Venice Our guide, Ricardo, did a fabulous job giving us an overview of Venice, but the highlight of the trip, obviously,... read moreOur guide, Ricardo, did a fabulous job giving us an overview of Venice, but the highlight of the trip, obviously, was the gondola ride. read less
Fascinating walking tour. While we got a great history of the important/well known landmarks of Venice, we also were taken down very interesting... read moreWhile we got a great history of the important/well known landmarks of Venice, we also were taken down very interesting side streets and given some great facts on those. This tour gave us an idea of places we want to go back to see for ourselves and spend a bit of time exploring.
We have visited St Marks basilica before, and the Doge’s palace too, but we both agreed that a walking tour like this before visiting the interiors would be ideal as you’d have a very good idea of the background of the buildings and their significance in the history of Venice. It was a morning well spent and our guide was amazing! read less
Our first trip to Venice It was a very nice experiece. Claudia was an excelent guide. We learnt new stuff about Venice and we had... read moreIt was a very nice experiece. Claudia was an excelent guide. We learnt new stuff about Venice and we had a lot of fun during the gondola ride. read less
Worth every penny ! Our guide was very friendly, it was better than I expected for the price we paid I would highly recommend... read moreOur guide was very friendly, it was better than I expected for the price we paid I would highly recommend this trip. It is a must when you visit Venice read less
Too short It was good but the ride was too short and the guy in the gondola didn’t talk or comment anything... read moreIt was good but the ride was too short and the guy in the gondola didn’t talk or comment anything about the experience to let the group feel welcome read less
Tour medievale We have been very statisfied of the tour and the reason why is the professional skills of out guide,.Valentina Petrelli... read moreWe have been very statisfied of the tour and the reason why is the professional skills of out guide,.Valentina Petrelli of Venice Tour. She has been very kind e ready to show the beauty of the storical building and the stories read less
Beautiful Beautiful time beautiful place beautiful service very nice view everything was 5star excellent thanks
A must do in Venice This was a beautiful evening ride. So glad that we did it. Photos and... read moreThis was a beautiful evening ride. So glad that we did it. Photos and memories to last a lifetime ❤️ read less
Excellent Valentina was very knowledgeable and kind! Great experience on this day! Would recommend you take the tour! Definitely wear comfy... read moreValentina was very knowledgeable and kind! Great experience on this day! Would recommend you take the tour! Definitely wear comfy shoes and take water w/ you if you go on a sunny day! read less
A fascinating walk through San Marco We enjoyed this tour because of the history that we heard fo Venetian origins and San Marco Piazza and the... read moreWe enjoyed this tour because of the history that we heard fo Venetian origins and San Marco Piazza and the many places that we visited off the square helped build a picture of everyday life in Venice. Francesco was an excellent communicator. read less
One off the bucket list It was one off our bucket lists to go on a gondola . The experience is great and the skill... read moreIt was one off our bucket lists to go on a gondola . The experience is great and the skill of the gondola was pretty good, never knew they had to learn English language. Any way costs between 80 to 100 Euro depending on route, time of day etc. But worth every penny well euro 😁 read less
Fantastic Went on the shared gondola ride our guide Ricardo was great gave us fascinating information on Gondolas that I wasn't... read moreWent on the shared gondola ride our guide Ricardo was great gave us fascinating information on Gondolas that I wasn't expecting.
Really enjoyed the experience. read less
Highlight of our trip Massimiliano was awesome! He made a beautiful dancer with such ease. He was jolly in his explanations and patient with... read moreMassimiliano was awesome! He made a beautiful dancer with such ease. He was jolly in his explanations and patient with us. We made a couple of beautiful pendants. read less
Unusual Means Nicely Unique Venice is nuts, but in a good way. It's noisy, crowded, and made for tourists. The significance of... read moreVenice is nuts, but in a good way. It's noisy, crowded, and made for tourists. The significance of the unique history we learned on this specific tour was excellent and worth avoiding the typical long lines of the usual tourist stops. Don't be surprised or stressed if you can't hear the exceptional tour guide at all times. It's Venice! read less
Tour the la Venice 5 pp on the boot felt a bit to much but overall a great experience. The explanation was good. The... read more5 pp on the boot felt a bit to much but overall a great experience. The explanation was good. The audio was okay. The boot was amazing. read less
Fun Gondola Experience Good value. Our guide was friendly and provided some history of Venice before the Gondola ride. The ride was a... read moreGood value. Our guide was friendly and provided some history of Venice before the Gondola ride. The ride was a pleasant ~30 minute ride. Would recommend. read less
Interesting Tour We enjoyed our walk with Valentina. We saw a few of the main sights, in a non busy and uncrowded... read moreWe enjoyed our walk with Valentina. We saw a few of the main sights, in a non busy and uncrowded way. Then we branched off onto side streets & interesting small squares, introduced and commented on in an engaging way by Valentina, touching on many historical and current topics, anecdotes and fun facts. Such as the tidal change effects and the new system ‘Mose’ to avoid flooding. She was easily audible due to an earphone/portable radio system. Two hours was a good length for the tour. read less
Awesome eperience Very good experience. These guys are actually not expensive compared to the overly expensive rides you see out there!
Good gondola trip Short but Nice trip! Carlotta was very welcoming !
At hour time, we had the opportunity to enjoy the Venice Sunset... read moreShort but Nice trip! Carlotta was very welcoming !
At hour time, we had the opportunity to enjoy the Venice Sunset Over the grand canal read less
Excellent price and gondola ride Gondola ride booked through trip advisor was almost 1/2 the price they were asking on the day and without the... read moreGondola ride booked through trip advisor was almost 1/2 the price they were asking on the day and without the walking tour read less
Great tour Great tour. Learned about Venice and explored the grand canal by gondola. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. ... read moreGreat tour. Learned about Venice and explored the grand canal by gondola. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience read less
Passion for Venetian cooking while speed-running many other topics Great experience with an award winning chef, whose passion for Venetian and Italian food is overflowing! The chef shares so... read moreGreat experience with an award winning chef, whose passion for Venetian and Italian food is overflowing! The chef shares so much of hard earned experience, tips, and tricks, condensed into a fast class. Further, the chef is an environmentalist, reducing waste where possible. The recipes and cooking also are basic enough that they can actually be done at home, without specialized equipment and mostly without specialized ingredients. Sometimes the chef’s passion and expertise can be a little intimidating for guests as it may come off as a little pushy, but it’s necessary if students are to do cooking and if the dishes are to come out excellent. The chef talks very fast, so a strong understanding of English will be helpful to get as much of the teaching as possible. read less
Great Experience inside the Palace beware of all the stairs . Beautiful history , detail , and site. Make sure to pick up your tickets at the pick up place not the actual palace . It’s not a... read moreMake sure to pick up your tickets at the pick up place not the actual palace . It’s not a regular booth with sign per se it a staff with a table & no sign . I stood by a both which looked like it could be the stand but it was locked until I asked someone at another museum close by & he directed me to the table lol. Aside from that little adventure- inside the palace is beautiful. Beware if you have trouble with stairs because there are plenty ! Staff at the palace are helpful . If you don’t mind waiting in a line just go directly to palace to pay for your ticket however it can get lengthy so skipping the line may be the best way to go depending the season of tourism. read less
It was worth it Overall it was about an hour. You get a mini walking tour towards the gondola rides and then you get... read moreOverall it was about an hour. You get a mini walking tour towards the gondola rides and then you get assigned a gondola (no more your there) You are on the gondola ride for about 30 minutes. A gondola ride is a definite must do in Venice. read less
Excellent would do again We got lucky and had the tour guide on our boat and it was the best experience. We also chose... read moreWe got lucky and had the tour guide on our boat and it was the best experience. We also chose the shared gondola option and we were glad we did, met two American girls who were also traveling in Europe. read less
Mr @ Mrs Ocampo Stunning!!!! Rene our guía so professional, friendly, well spoken. The itinerary very interesting we enjoy the experience
Nice tour with information about Venice from a Venician guide It was a nice ride. But if you come as the 3rd person to sit on the gondola, you cannot... read moreIt was a nice ride. But if you come as the 3rd person to sit on the gondola, you cannot sit next to your partner, friend etc. but you might sit face to face (depending on gondola type). But still you can take better videos and pictures of the tip of the gondola in that case. Only thing is not the whole gondola tour is 50 minutes, some of it is walk tour. Gondola tour was about 20-30 minutes. But it was nice and peaceful. Dont be scared of the waves 🙂 The gondoliers know their business very well and dont drop you into the river 😀 read less
Interesting tour with good guide. Great tour with Francesco, an excellent guide. He told us interesting stories about Venice which were easy and showed us... read moreGreat tour with Francesco, an excellent guide. He told us interesting stories about Venice which were easy and showed us some of the less well known places. We are a family with 2 small children and he accommodated all our needs. Thanks a lot Francesco! read less
A good trip When we eventually found the ticket “office” (a small stand outside a shop) we were accommodated very well. A short... read moreWhen we eventually found the ticket “office” (a small stand outside a shop) we were accommodated very well. A short walk with the guide to the canal with a good explanation of the various points of interest. Embarking the Gondala I was Ably assisted by the crew. The commentary from here was by personal earphones. A good tour round the narrow canals seeing the sights. We were looked after very well by the complete team read less
Great Great Tour! Thank you! Best experience eher made nice and Friends competent Tour guides and having Gin on the boat
Must do activity Everything from start to finish was excellent. Ezra was our Guide , he was engaging and informative.
We met by... read moreEverything from start to finish was excellent. Ezra was our Guide , he was engaging and informative.
We met by St Marco Sq and were handed our headsets and as we walked through the alleys towards our gondola, Ezra shared his knowledge of Venice with us with humour and interest. The gondola ride itself was a unique, bucket list experience, riding the smaller waterways as well as the Grand Canal. You do not wear your headsets when in the gondola itself , you just enjoy the experience. We would 100% recommend thistrip , we could find no fault with it from start to finish read less
Gondola Ride - Private, no commentary Tour was great. The voucher gave me two addresses (one for public gondolas & one for private). It was a... read moreTour was great. The voucher gave me two addresses (one for public gondolas & one for private). It was a little confusing at first, but make sure you go to the correct address & you'll be food. We had Daniel & he was awesome! The gondola takes you out in the main "highway" of venice (not the canals), the ride was rockier than I expected. I wish it was it the canals, but still had a really good time! read less
Venice walking tour Valentina is very knowledgeable and the tour covered some decent ground. My only complaint is that the tour was... read moreValentina is very knowledgeable and the tour covered some decent ground. My only complaint is that the tour was half in English and half in Italian, so a portion of the tour was always waiting. Now Venice isn’t the worst place to have time to look around, but the 2 hr tour could have easily been 1-1.5 hrs. read less
Perfect choice for trusted gondola service Great care and lang support, smooth and easy. Recommended for solo or couple or larger groups. Good price.
A fun day! My husband and I travel frequently and we often visit different casinos. We went to Live at Arundel Mills. The... read moreMy husband and I travel frequently and we often visit different casinos. We went to Live at Arundel Mills. The casino was crowded however the crowd was pleasant. They have a good variety of slot machines. I felt the slots were loose.
We walked away after winning on several different machines. I would sign up for a players card because they have great perks. Parking was easy. read less
Through the canals The basic historical information helped to make the enchanting gondola ride even more special. One of the highlights of our trip.
Fun activity We had so much fun painting and thanks to our instructor our masks turned out amazing. You leave with a... read moreWe had so much fun painting and thanks to our instructor our masks turned out amazing. You leave with a finished product and an amazing souvenir- location is a bit challenging to find so allow extra time. read less
Fun And Interesting Gondola Tour Check in was easy and the guides were very nice. Riccardo has great English and a great personality to be... read moreCheck in was easy and the guides were very nice. Riccardo has great English and a great personality to be a tour guide! He was extremely respectful and patient with us tourists. He also knew literally everything about the area and set us up for the ride perfectly. This gondola tour is a must do in Venice, the views were pretty and the ride was smooth. read less
A great must-do experience! A great must-do experience! The guide gave us a bit of history about that surrounding areas and buildings around the... read moreA great must-do experience! The guide gave us a bit of history about that surrounding areas and buildings around the grand canal and we got on then gondolas. 6 people max or less. Great calming experience. The gondola ride it quite tranquil. read less
Gondola ride Didn't think I'd like it, but it was actually a very nice trip. I would actually recommend it to anybody... read moreDidn't think I'd like it, but it was actually a very nice trip. I would actually recommend it to anybody that goes to Venice read less
Family Gondola Ride We met at the place as instructed.
We were 1/2 hour early and they took a us.
The Guides name was Luka,... read moreWe met at the place as instructed.
We were 1/2 hour early and they took a us.
The Guides name was Luka, very fun, very chatty, enjoyed very much.
There were 5 of us in gondola. Being out on the grand canal was fantastic read less
Great experience. Very good indeed. Ticket pickup was no issue and got a nice guide book for Venice. Palace was... read moreVery good indeed. Ticket pickup was no issue and got a nice guide book for Venice. Palace was sumptuous as expected. An additional bonus was the exhibition by Ansel Kiefer. Impactful. read less
Excellent tour Our guide, Valentina, was brilliant and answered all our questions. Perfect introduction to Venice, you get your money’s worth and... read moreOur guide, Valentina, was brilliant and answered all our questions. Perfect introduction to Venice, you get your money’s worth and it’s just the right length. read less
Definitely worth doing Pleasant and informative, and a much cheaper way of having a gondola ride! There were a lot of people booked... read morePleasant and informative, and a much cheaper way of having a gondola ride! There were a lot of people booked in and I initially thought this would be an issue, but we were divided up into smaller groups for the tour, and we were with one other couple on the gondola ride. read less
Exactly the Right Tour I wanted! This was exactly as described and what I was looking for! Venice is known for their glass making and we... read moreThis was exactly as described and what I was looking for! Venice is known for their glass making and we got a great introduction and demonstration by a local craftsman and then he instructed us on how to make our own pendant which was a perfect souvenir. I loved it! read less
Definitely worth doing. Very helpful knowledgeable tour guide - and and excellent experience enjoyed by us all. We'll worth exploring the waterways as... read moreVery helpful knowledgeable tour guide - and and excellent experience enjoyed by us all. We'll worth exploring the waterways as you don't see it all on foot. read less
Nice Way to See Doge Palace Nice way to get around the line in Doge Palace. Keep in mind you won’t have a guide; this wasn’t... read moreNice way to get around the line in Doge Palace. Keep in mind you won’t have a guide; this wasn’t a problem for us, but some will definitely need more input/help. read less
Classic Venice Experience It may be a cliche, but the Mr. and I couldn't come to Venice and not take a gondola ride.... read moreIt may be a cliche, but the Mr. and I couldn't come to Venice and not take a gondola ride.
It was amazing! Seeing the beautiful buildings from the canals, offers a different prospective from seeing them from the street.
We enjoyed our gondolier's jokes and the banter he had with other gondoliers, as they glided by our gondola.
This was a highlight of our trip to Venice! read less
Traditional Gondola Ride This was a lovely trip along the narrow back street canals and a short stretch on the grand canal.... read moreThis was a lovely trip along the narrow back street canals and a short stretch on the grand canal. The Gondolier was really friendly and gave us some information as we passed by. The ride took around 20minutes which was shorter then expected. We took a bottle of fizz with us to enjoy. read less
Fabulous Venice Walking Tour & Gondola ride! Carlotta was a brilliant guide!! Highly recommend Venice Tours. We also did a walking tour during the day and Francesco... read moreCarlotta was a brilliant guide!! Highly recommend Venice Tours. We also did a walking tour during the day and Francesco was fab and super informative! X read less
Surprisingly well organized and well worth the money spent. Doges Palace was quite the treat. But only after having read much about Venice history. I think that it... read moreDoges Palace was quite the treat. But only after having read much about Venice history. I think that it should be a prerequisite to understand the Venetian history before you go. My wife absolutely loved the gondola ride. read less
Must see This is a must see when in Venice. Absolutely endless history and sites. My only complaint is it... read moreThis is a must see when in Venice. Absolutely endless history and sites. My only complaint is it was difficult to find the meeting place to pick up the tickets and not really sure why it has to work this way, but it all worked out. read less
Go glam in Venice - see Marco Polo and Mozart house A private gondola is quintessentially Venice! Their guides were educational, humorous and effective at navigating narrow water ways with... read moreA private gondola is quintessentially Venice! Their guides were educational, humorous and effective at navigating narrow water ways with a very long boat! The black lacquered craft had red leather cushion seats for a little glam and it was a perfect experience read less
Nice way to spend a morning! Francesco was a great host, a local of Venice and therefore very knowledgeable about its history as well as its... read moreFrancesco was a great host, a local of Venice and therefore very knowledgeable about its history as well as its people. He was a great story teller and has a fantastic speaking voice which was quite entertaining to listen to. He was able to answer our questions and provide recommendations for the rest of our stay. My only suggestion would be to pick the pace up a little bit, during a short tour like this you'd like to get around Venice and see as much as possible in a short time. Francesco liked to take his time and really elaborate on certain points that may not have been the most helpful. Overall a good tour and I recommend it if you're short on time. read less
Awesome Gondola Experience The tour started out with some information was pretty cool to know, especially with how old Venice is. Then the... read moreThe tour started out with some information was pretty cool to know, especially with how old Venice is. Then the ride was soooo peaceful and nice- the Gondola crew are very experienced and everything went super smoothly...SHOUTOUT TO CLAUDIA our tour guide she was speaking in 2 languages and giving us all the great info navigating the city. Thank you so much! read less
Excellent walk. Vallentina was a very knowledgeable and engaging guide.
We discovered areas of hidden Venice.
Very enjoyable.
Super ride We booked online the private gondola for 22nd of May, as a b'day present. Their explanations of how to get... read moreWe booked online the private gondola for 22nd of May, as a b'day present. Their explanations of how to get there were maybe not as simple but not complicated either so we could reach the place in time. The weather was fantastic, our gondolier was a funny and nice gentleman and our 45 mins ride was like a blink of an eye. Everyone enjoyed it to the max and our girls were mesmerized. A super smooth experience, with nice helpful people. Would definitely recommend them to anyone! read less
Great but the stairs!! The history is incredible but a heads-up about the amount of stairs would’ve been good, anyone with mild limited mobility... read moreThe history is incredible but a heads-up about the amount of stairs would’ve been good, anyone with mild limited mobility this is not the tour for you. read less
Venice Gondola Ride Nice! Start of tour was easy to locate. Great for kids. Short walk to start the trip, then go onto... read moreNice! Start of tour was easy to locate. Great for kids. Short walk to start the trip, then go onto gondola for the short gondola ride which ends back at the starting point. read less
Romantic gondola ride Our first visit to Venice for our 1st anniversary so had to go on a gondola. And we were not... read moreOur first visit to Venice for our 1st anniversary so had to go on a gondola. And we were not disappointed at all. Firstly our guide was brilliant and friendly explained everything as we were going round. Then he just started sing just one cornetto song which made our ride even more special. He was excellent and wish we got his name to give him a shout out. To top it off as he was singing he just said excuse me my mama ringing. And it was his mum on phone which was another highlight of our ride. We got on boat at the rialto bridge which cost us 80 euros. Some people say to expensive but for us personally it was money well spent for the experience. read less
Must have ride I and my wife were not sure if we wanted to go for this gondola ride. But finally, we opted... read moreI and my wife were not sure if we wanted to go for this gondola ride. But finally, we opted for one, and I am glad we did. It is a different experience, particularly the commentary from gondolier makes the ride even more interesting. yes - it is expensive, but an experience worth paying for. In April, the price seems to have increased a bit, and it was pretty much 80E for 30 min ride. They say 30-35 min, but our ride was over in 25 min, which we did not exactly like. but still worth the money and time spent. read less
Good value for a gondola ride We enjoyed this group tour on a gondola with narration. Relatively inexpensive way to experience a gondola ride in... read moreWe enjoyed this group tour on a gondola with narration. Relatively inexpensive way to experience a gondola ride in Venice. The route was limited and along a very crowded canal route. The amount of exposure to the grand canal was short and the number of sites were few. read less
Beautiful view Beautiful view- the only thing is that you don’t get to choose where to sit. If you want the double... read moreBeautiful view- the only thing is that you don’t get to choose where to sit. If you want the double seat with your partner, this won’t be guaranteed… so be vary if this… read less
Great experience We had a great experience with the mask painting and now have a handmade souvenir from Venice. The shop owner... read moreWe had a great experience with the mask painting and now have a handmade souvenir from Venice. The shop owner was pleasant and helpful with instruction. read less
Riding gondola in Venice Francesco is a good guide, we had commentary from him during the gondola tour in Venice. The cannals were peaceful... read moreFrancesco is a good guide, we had commentary from him during the gondola tour in Venice. The cannals were peaceful and we could hear the serenade. Nice tour read less
Enjoyable at night! Taking the gondola ride at night was lovely! We also did a day ride but enjoyed this more as... read moreTaking the gondola ride at night was lovely! We also did a day ride but enjoyed this more as seeing the lights was beautiful! read less
A very memorable experience We did combined walking tour & gondola ride & enjoyed both very much. The walking tour guide gave a short... read moreWe did combined walking tour & gondola ride & enjoyed both very much. The walking tour guide gave a short but very informative tour & we learned things hadn’t come across elsewhere. read less
Absolutely great Great experience. Best thing to do while in Venice. Definitely recommend the experience. Great family experience
Skip the line tickets is the way to go! The skip the line tickets to as the way to go! The newsstand where you get the tickets was a... read moreThe skip the line tickets to as the way to go! The newsstand where you get the tickets was a bit hard for us to find but once we found it the rest was easy! read less
Great! Excellent - me and my husband really enjoyed the tour and then the gondola ride at the end!! Must do activity.
Totally worth it! Great experience with a knowledgeable guide who was born and raised on Venice so lots of information from am actual... read moreGreat experience with a knowledgeable guide who was born and raised on Venice so lots of information from am actual local. Totally worth it. read less
Very good value, enjoyable experience Really enjoyed Federica’s tour. Very interesting and 30
mins on gondola was perfect amount of time. Would recommend!
Extremely pleasant Loved the information given to us, was really interesting to know about this lovely city of Venice. The tour guide... read moreLoved the information given to us, was really interesting to know about this lovely city of Venice. The tour guide had a sense of humour too! read less
Gondola ride The tour guide was excellent she explained everything well in English and Italy. She was very personable had a lot... read moreThe tour guide was excellent she explained everything well in English and Italy. She was very personable had a lot of information. read less
Venice Gondola Ride Sarah our tour leader did a great job! Our gondola driver was excellent as well! Experiencing Venice via gondola was... read moreSarah our tour leader did a great job! Our gondola driver was excellent as well! Experiencing Venice via gondola was an awesome experience! read less
Fantastic tour! Elena was a very informative and funny guide. We were lucky as there were only 4 of us on the... read moreElena was a very informative and funny guide. We were lucky as there were only 4 of us on the tour. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend. read less
Amazing guide Valentina was a wonderful guide and knowledgeable. Visited many off the beaten track locations. 1h 30 flew by.
Would recommend for brief tour and gondola ride Quick walking tour from the meeting point to where you board the gondolas. Once on the gondolas the tour ends.... read moreQuick walking tour from the meeting point to where you board the gondolas. Once on the gondolas the tour ends. Was a nice little gondola ride, great view of the basilica whilst in the grand canal. We enjoyed it and felt it was a perfect introduction to Venice on our first evening in the city. Would recommend if you want a brief overview and a gondola ride. read less
Unusual Walking Tour Venice with Francesco Francesco was a fantastic host for us and he showed us a side of Venice we would not have seen... read moreFrancesco was a fantastic host for us and he showed us a side of Venice we would not have seen otherwise. He was informative and patient. read less
Recommend The excursion was well organized, it met the program and it is a good opportunity to get to know the... read moreThe excursion was well organized, it met the program and it is a good opportunity to get to know the 3 islands if you only have one day in Venice, although 45 minutes at each stop is a bit short to see them properly, especially Murano where you can see process of making glass things, we have seen little horse-great!. They recommend you to visit some monuments inside, but there is not really enough time for it. It's all a bit rushed. Burano the most colourful island, Torecello tbh not that exciting, we had drinks there. read less
Interesting experience, good cost-benefit If you go to Venice you must have a gondola ride. The experience was interesting, but are some point to... read moreIf you go to Venice you must have a gondola ride. The experience was interesting, but are some point to improve.
Good cost-benefit. The guide was funny and friendly, but I think he could speak a little bit slower. We had some interesting commentaries about the gondoliers and other historic details through the walk. but no commentaries on the gondola. Sometimes we could not listen to him properly, as the radio cut off. The gondola ride was about 15-20 minutes and I think it could be a bit more, exploring a larger extension of the canals. read less
Self guiding is possible with reading the English captions The doge palace was magnificent. It is worth the effort to tour. The architecture, the paintings, and displays are... read moreThe doge palace was magnificent. It is worth the effort to tour. The architecture, the paintings, and displays are fabulous. However, I had two complaints. When we arrived at the palace, the audio devices were sold out and would not be available for another hour and a half. We did the tour without, and it was doable, but not perfect.
And, in finding the newsstand to redeem our tickets was an adventure. The directions should only say go to the post office at Saint Marks Square and the newstand is to the left. Go early to make sure you find where you redeem your ticket. read less
Something different After initial confusion about where exactly to stand and wait we boarded our boat for this very extension and enjoyable... read moreAfter initial confusion about where exactly to stand and wait we boarded our boat for this very extension and enjoyable trip. If you are doing the afternoon visit, then you have to wait around near pier 1A until the boat can find somewhere to berth (which may or may not be here exactly!) The guide will then come out with the blue sign for 'Lagoon tours' so just be on the look out and ask around if in any doubt.
The first island was Murano where we were herded straight into a demonstration on glass blowing and the obligatory visit to the (expensive) gift shop. There wasn't time to walk about and discover the island unfortunately. After this we sailed to the tiny island of Torcello. Again just a quick visit really. By the time we walked to the church it was time to walk back to the boat again! Our third island visit was Burano and we wished we could have spent more time here on this colourful island.
Although good value for money, maybe it is too ambitious to squeeze in 3 islands into 4 hours duration and overall the trip felt rather rushed. Our guide was great and cleverly spoke in 4 different languages.. read less
Best trip in Venice Staff at the meeting point very polite. The promenade along the Grand Canal was stunning. Thank you guys.
Superb experience State of the art exhibition, superb location and beautifully restored also in the inside. Great program both for adults and... read moreState of the art exhibition, superb location and beautifully restored also in the inside. Great program both for adults and children. I plan to go back. Friendly staff. My compliments, me and my family had a great time at Procuratie. Thank you very much. I will definitely recommend it. read less
Excellent and interesting Our tour guide V was very good in explaining the nuances of the city. She was soft spoken, yet audible,... read moreOur tour guide V was very good in explaining the nuances of the city. She was soft spoken, yet audible, and took us around inner city at a gentle pace. read less
Gondola Lovely, relaxing and comfortable gondola ride around Venice with a well informed guide. Good value for money and would recommend!
Great experience Very well organised by nice, professional people, it was a great experience, I am happy that we didn't miss it.