Why You Shouldn't Miss This Venice is one of the most unique cities in the world; built upon 118 small islands, its waterways dictate the city’s lifestyle. You can experience Venice from the biggest canal in the city, the Grand Canal, on a private motorboat. The unique nature of the city meant that all the architecture was built facing towards the rivers and canals. This makes it the most stunning river boat tour you will ever experience! The banks of the Grand Canal was prime real estate, which is why important buildings including palaces, museums and royal homes lie along it. Most of these buildings are built in the Byzantine, Renaissance, Baroque and Gothic architectural styles from the 12th to 18th centuries. Your Experience As you start your journey from San Marco in a motor launch boat, the river bends in an S shape into the city covering the important landmarks. You will go under four bridges that straddle the canal including the oldest bridge on the Grand Canal – the Ponte di Rialto, Ponte dell’Accademia, Ponte Degli Scalzi and the latest addition to the city – Ponte Della Costituzione or the Constitution Bridge. Your guide on the boat tour will introduce you to the glory of erstwhile Venice and elaborate on the architecture you will sight along the way. The boat tour is an excellent opportunity to take photographs of the picturesque waterfront of the Grand Canal which includes the river traffic of gondolas.

Your experience Venice is a city of timeless charm, and few experiences capture its essence better than a guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and a traditional gondola ride. These activities offer a perfect blend of history, art, and the unique beauty of Venice. St. Mark’s Basilica St. Mark’s Basilica is a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and one of Venice’s most iconic landmarks. Built in the 9th century to house the relics of St. Mark, the basilica is adorned with over 8,000 square meters of golden mosaics that depict biblical stories and historical events. Its intricate marble floors and the famous Pala d’Oro, a golden altarpiece studded with precious gems, are must-see highlights. Guided tours reveal fascinating stories about the basilica’s history, including treasures brought back from Constantinople during the Crusades, making it not just a place of worship but also a symbol of Venice’s power and artistic heritage. Classic Venetian gondola ride A gondola ride through Venice’s canals offers a unique perspective of the city. As you glide beneath charming bridges, like the Rialto Bridge, and past historic buildings, you’ll escape the bustling streets and discover quieter waterways that reveal the city’s serene beauty.

Your experience The city built on water, Venice, is one you'd want to experience on the water! The Grand Canal (Canale Grande) is the bustling main street of this water city and is crowded with water taxis, gondolas, and public ferries. This tour is perfect for those who are looking for a typical Venetian experience as well as an immersive history lesson on the floating city! With tours like these, we guarantee you a picture-perfect visit to Venice. Enjoy the Grandeur of Venice on a Peaceful Gondola Ride On this delightful Gondola ride, you will get the chance to marvel at the great views of Venice's top attractions from a unique vantage point. You will cruise past the Salute Church and Punta Della Dogana. You will also enjoy unique breathtaking views of the Doges Palace and of St. Mark's Bell Tower, perfect for a photo-op! Immerse Yourself in Venice's Vibrant History An optional audio guide will immerse you in the fascinating history of gondolas and gondoliers! Onboard you will listen to all about the palaces, churches, and attractions around yo. You will learn also tales known only by Venetians!

Your experience You will go on a delightful gondola ride through the Grand Canal of Venice where life has been deep-rooted to Venetian tradition and has remained an immutable city. The stunning buildings with their facades facing the canals have each a story to tell about Venice. Your experience of Venice from the serene waters of the canal will be heightened with a serenade. Your gondola will be a part of a flotilla of gondolas where one of them will have a singer and musician on board. You can enjoy the pleasant music as you cruise along the canals watching the city pass by. You will cruise along Canal Grande and minor canals around San Marco square and Rialto. The twilight and the city’s lights create a magical time when you can imagine Venice in all its glory! In addition to everything else, you'll also have the delightful experience of being gifted a Carnival Mask, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the occasion. This typical Venetian experience is bound to make an indelible impression on you by charming you with the city's sublime beauty.

Your experience Immersive walking tour Get off the beaten path in Venice, away from the crowds. With a guide, explore the lesser-known areas of the San Marco district and discover the fascinating history behind them. Embark on an enchanting walking tour through the heart of Venice, where the seamless blend of history and architecture creates an unforgettable journey. Begin your adventure by wandering past some of Venice’s most iconic landmarks without stopping, soaking in the city's majestic aura. Explore top sights You'll marvel at the spiraled elegance of the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, experience the historic ambiance of Campo Manin, and wander the enigmatic Calle degli Orbi. Admire the opulent façade of Teatro La Fenice and the sacred architecture of the Church of San Moisè. Glide through Venice Continue your experience with an exciting gondola ride discovering Venice from a unique angle: glide under the Bridge of Sighs into the magical San Marco Basin and greet the charming San Giorgio Island. A dream journey awaits!

Your experience Gondolas were once reserved for the upper classes of Venice only. Although the number of gondolas in the city has seen a significant decline over the years, they continue to be one of the primary means of transport within the city, especially along the Grand Canal. Besides serving as a means of transport, gondolas are a common sight in many of the city’s parades and rowing competitions. Stretching from the basin at San Marco to the lagoon near the Santa Lucia station, the Grand Canal, as the name suggests, is the most colorful and active water-traffic corridor in Venice. Since it passes through the central district of the city, there are many attractions to see on either side of the channel. The beautiful Rialto Bridge, Canal Grande, and Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute span the canal. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Fenice Theatre, which are situated beside the Grand Canal, clearly boast of the ancient splendor of 18th-century Venice. The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is a museum of modern art that houses sculptures and artwork by American modernists and Italian futurists. Why you shouldn't miss this Sit back and relax as the gondola moves forward gently through the Grand Canal of the charming city of Venice. See the fantastic Canal Grande, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute as you serenely glide below it. Admire the intricate pieces of art at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, which is a museum of modern art. Marvel at the Fenice Theatre and its academic classical style of architecture, which is in stark contrast to the surrounding Romanesque and Baroque Venetian buildings. Experience the magic of traveling through one of Europe’s most beautiful cities in an authentic Venetian gondola!

Your experience Your walking tour begins at St. Mark's Square and will be in the language of your choice. After admiring the imposing piazza you will head to the Santa Maria Formosa, a Renaissance style church with a wonderful façade. Learn why the church is named after Formosa and many other legends associated with it. The next square you will visit is the Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, with an impressive Gothic church. Cross several bridges and canals and see other landmarks like the great Italian explorer-merchant Marco Polo’s house, the Great School of Charity and Malibran Theatre on this short walk. Head back towards St. Mark’s Square through the Mercerie, the main shopping street. It is here that you will head to the gondola landing stage to start your water taxi ride. Your guide bids you goodbye here. The gondola ride will showcase landmarks that you didn’t see on your walking tour. Catch a glimpse of Desdemona’s House, Mozart’s House and the iconic La Fenice Theatre as you pass through the Rio De Le Ostreghe. Float along the Grand Canal, where you can view the Peggy Guggenheim Museum. Pass in front of the Salute Church from where you can catch a panoramic view of St. Giorgio’s Island, the Bell Tower of Saint Mark’s and Doge’s palace rounding off your entire trip through Venice on both foot and water. Did you know? Venice is a vehicular free zone, you could enter the city via car or train but you won’t get too far! Venice is built across 118 islands with over 400 bridges across 150 canals, exclusively designed only to be explored through boat and foot. This is why it’s the perfect destination for a walking tour. Its cobblestone paths and charming bridges make for a pretty picture. And the gondolas are the icons of Venice, no trip to Venice can be complete without a ride on a gondola!