VIP Venice Boat Tour With Grand Canal
1.25 hours
Max 8
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Cruise the Grand Canal in a private motorboat
- Learn about the Rialto Bridge, the Rialto Fish Market, St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Accademia Gallery
- Avoid the crowds on land as you take in the sights from the comfort of your luxury motorboat
- Sites Visited
- Grand Canal (by private boat)
- St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco)
- Doge's Palace
- Bridge of Sighs
- Cemetery of San Michele (exterior)
- Rialto Bridge
- Rialto Fish Market
- Accademia Bridge
- Cà d’Oro Palace
- Cà Pesaro Palace
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided boat tour
- Small group of 8 people or fewer
- Headset
Take a boat: The best way to see Venice is from the water
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Excellent
The best thing is the guide! Gulia was wonderful. Her passion for her hometown was evident and helped make the tour even more meaningful.
Tripadvisor customer · Ann · Jul 23, 2025 Excellent
The grand canal boat ride was amazing! I was so lucky because I was the only one on the boat tour besides the driver and the tour guide. My tour guide Sarah was so knowledgeable about Venice and shared so many interesting stories about all the places we saw along the way. At the end of the tour, she even helped give me directions to places I needed to go. My tour guide Sarah made the experience so wonderful and unforgettable! Thank you!
GetYourGuide customer · Sarah · United States · Jun 18, 2025 Excellent
Great overview of the neighbourhoods from the water, our guide was interesting and chatted the whole way round. Very relaxing and a great was to save your legs from lots of walking .
GetYourGuide customer · Kerry · New Zealand · Jun 18, 2025 Excellent
We were fortunate to be the only people on the tour and our guide Alessia was very knowledgeable being a born and bred local
The trip was so interesting that the hour just flew by and all too soon we were returning to land
It was fascinating to see Venice from the water and to learn about it's history and the various measures they are undertaking to manage the flooding in the future
If you're even remotely thinking about this tour I can highly recommend it
Tripadvisor customer · Paul · Jun 13, 2025 Excellent
It was a great tour to learn about Venice. It’s a small group so there’s plenty of room on the boat. Our guide Giovanna was born and raised in Venice and shared interesting stories with us. The tour takes place on one of the wooden taxis which is fun because they’re very expensive to rent on your own.
GetYourGuide customer · Sherry · United States · May 18, 2025FAQs
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. Guests should be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods and climbing stairs, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
Will the boat ride still take place in inclement weather?
In the event of bad weather, the boat operator may be required to cancel the tour for safety reasons. Please note that as this decision is made with your safety in mind, no refunds will be provided in such cases.
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
How many passengers can fit on the boat?
The boat we use for our private tour has a maximum capacity of 9 people. If you want to take the tour but have more people in your party please call us or write to [email protected]. Small Children 5 years of age and under do not count in the 9 person maximum.
Can the boat accommodate wheelchair users?
No. Unfortunately, the boat is not equipped to safely service wheelchair users.
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