Venice Art Walking Tour with Gondola Ride
Overview
Discover the magic of Venice in 3 unforgettable hours.
Start your day with a guided walking tour through hidden alleys, charming squares & iconic spots like the Rialto Bridge. Then relax aboard a 30-minute gondola ride through scenic canals — a truly Venetian experience! Led by a licensed English-speaking guide and limited to a small group, this tour is the perfect mix of culture, history, and atmosphere. A great way to explore the city’s highlights in a short time.
HAVE MORE TIME? UPGRADE YOUR DAY!
Choose the Full Venice Upgrade to enjoy the full 7-hour experience. After your morning tour, continue in the afternoon with skip-the-line access to the Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica, including exclusive access to the stunning basilica terraces. You’ll dive deeper into Venice’s political and religious heart.
Select the correct option at checkout for the full experience.
Please note that for the Upgrade option, two meeting points (still at St Mark's) to be reached at your own pace.
What's Included
- Earphones for groups of more than 5 pax
- An intimate group setting to ensure personalized attention
- 30 minutes gondola ride
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Guided walking tour
- Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica guided tour + terraces (if upgrade option purchased)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Piazza San Marco
30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Doge's Palace
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Ponte dei Sospiri
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza San Marco
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Venice Art Walking Tour with Gondola Ride?
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Activity code: C-5049P48
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Earphones for groups of more than 5 pax.
- An intimate group setting to ensure personalized attention.
- 30 minutes gondola ride.
- Licensed English speaking guide.
- Guided walking tour.
- Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica guided tour + terraces (if upgrade option purchased).
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Venice Art Walking Tour with Gondola Ride is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Venice Art Walking Tour with Gondola Ride will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Earphones for groups of more than 5 pax
- An intimate group setting to ensure personalized attention
- 30 minutes gondola ride
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Guided walking tour
- Doge's Palace & St Mark's Basilica guided tour + terraces (if upgrade option purchased)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
