Venice Grand Canal Boat Tour with Food Tastings
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Venice's historic center on foot
- Enjoy a scenic gondola ride along the Grand Canal
- Taste authentic Venetian delicacies
- Learn about Venice's rich history and culture
- Experience the charm of hidden Venetian alleys
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour through Venice's historic center
- Gondola ride along the Grand Canal
- Sampling of traditional Venetian foods
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: Enjoy a 45 minutes tour of the Grand Canal and minor canals visiting enchanting areas in the cannaregio district.
Pass by: Pass by the famous Basilica of San Giovanni and Paolo
Pass by: As you cruise in the picturesque side canals of the Cannaregio district , see the beautiful church of Madonna Dell'Orto with its famous Tintoretto Paintings .
Pass by: Enjoy visiting by boat the Cannaregio district .
Pass by: Depending on the phenomenon of high tide , at times we neec to slightly change the itinerary and include visiting this canal where you can see a famous gondola shypyard where gondolas are built .
Pass by: When there is high tide , at times we take this rote via the Giudecca Canal from where you can view the Giudecca Island with its famous Palladian Villas and areas of the San Polo district of Venice
In the second part of the tour enjoy a walk in the hidden Venice, visiting Marco Polo house ( from outside) and via a labyrinth of back streets visit enchanting squares ( campi in venitian) and the real Venice. Stop by a patisserie for a pastry and coffee or 1 or 2 cicchetti with a glass of wine ( depending on the time of the day).
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Confirm the meeting point and time upon booking to avoid any confusion.
- Be aware that the gondola ride is shared with other participants.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque canals and architecture.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the season.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Tour is not suitable for people in wheelchairs or with walking difficulties as passengers are required to step down onto the boat when boarding. The variation of the level of tides can make the vessel unstable.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Boats are partly covered and partly uncovered – In the open area there is room for 8/9 people "normal size"
- During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions
Traveler reviews
No show
We arrived a few minutes before 5:30. We asked the water taxis if we were in the right place, they said yes. We asked all the boats that were there if they were on our tour. No one said, yes. We asked tourists on the dock if they were on the tour. No one said yes. I looked at my phone and tried to call the number on my confirmation. The answer machine said closed for the weekend. I asked for refund through TripAdvisor app. Please issue me a complete refund. We were very disappointed.
Amazing way to see Venice!
A truly special way to see the more intimate side of Venice - the ride is smooth, comfortable and really allows you to feel like a local. Highly recommend this tour!
A great way to start your Venice stsy
We had a great tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and welcoming, despite the fact that we arrived a few minutes late (and the company was very responsive when we reached out to let them know we were delayed getting to the meeting spot). We liked that the boat’s route took us up the Grand Canal but also through smaller waterways - a great way to get a feel for Venice while learning about its history, architecture, and current culture. Definitely recommend.
ITS A SCAM
It’s an absolute scam, don’t believe you can cancel within 24 hours!!! terrible customer service !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great boat tour of Venice
We were picked up at the Saint Regis and our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable on the palaces and overall region. We covered a lot of water, the Grand Canal and several secondary waterways. We had a very good experience and highly recommend.