
Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride
Traveler rating
3.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride worth booking?
Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride is a 1-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $55 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $55 per person
Discover Venice’s highlights and hidden corners on this guided walking tour. Begin at Teatro La Fenice, the legendary opera house known as “The Phoenix” for its remarkable history of rebirth. Learn about its cultural importance and stunning architecture. Continue to the Palazzina Selva, an elegant pavilion that now hosts exhibitions and plays a key role during the Venice Biennale. Your guide will share insights into Venice’s artistic heritage as you explore the area. Then wander through the city’s winding alleyways to the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, a beautifully preserved spiral staircase tucked away in a quiet courtyard. Climb to the top for panoramic views of Venice’s rooftops and canals. After the walking tour, enjoy Venice from the water with a relaxing 30-minute gondola ride, gliding through some of the city’s most atmospheric canals. It’s the perfect way to complete your Venetian experience.
What you get
About this experience
Discover Venice’s highlights and hidden corners on this guided walking tour. Begin at Teatro La Fenice, the legendary opera house known as “The Phoenix” for its remarkable history of rebirth. Learn about its cultural importance and stunning architecture. Continue to the Palazzina Selva, an elegant pavilion that now hosts exhibitions and plays a key role during the Venice Biennale. Your guide will share insights into Venice’s artistic heritage as you explore the area. Then wander through the city’s winding alleyways to the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, a beautifully preserved spiral staircase tucked away in a quiet courtyard. Climb to the top for panoramic views of Venice’s rooftops and canals. After the walking tour, enjoy Venice from the water with a relaxing 30-minute gondola ride, gliding through some of the city’s most atmospheric canals. It’s the perfect way to complete your Venetian experience.
What's included
Included
- Live Guide (For the Walking Tours)
- Gondola ride
Not included
- Gratuites
- Transport from and to the meeting point
- NO Guide in the Gondola Ride
What you'll see and do
An historic building located in the heart of Venice, Italy. Originally constructed in the 16th century, it is an elegant example of Venetian Renaissance architecture.
22 minutes here · Admission not included
Teatro La Fenice
"La Fenice" (The Phoenix), is one of the most famous and historic opera houses in the world. Opened in 1792, its name, symbolizes its rebirth from ashes, as it has been destroyed by fire and rebuilt twice.
22 minutes here · Admission not included
Scala Contarini del Bovolo
A unique architectural gem in Venice, Italy, renowned for its distinctive spiral staircase. Bovolo means "snail shell" in Venetian. Built in the late 15th century as part of the Palazzo Contarini, it blends Gothic, Renaissance, and Byzantine styles.
22 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Venice
Please go to the meeting point at the Alilaguna ticket office. Come with you voucher and ID's, the ticket office is located in front of the Royal Gardens gate in San Marco.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please go to the meeting point at the Alilaguna ticket office. Come with you voucher and ID's, the ticket office is located in front of the Royal Gardens gate in San Marco.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Real Barcelona Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for People with mobility impairments
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Romantic Gondola
The gondola ride was super romantic, we really enjoy the time. After our guided tour was super interesting. We love Venice
via Tripadvisor
Absolutely horrid experience
We were given the wrong time and meeting spot for this tour and boat ride. We stood waiting to see our tour guide at the location sent to us the night before (we were told to be there at 3pm), after 10 minutes of waiting we called, they seemed very confused. After getting no response and several phone calls, we were told we had to rush to get to the “correct” location. The lady kept telling us to “hurry hurry” on the phone. After arriving at the location we stood looking for our tour guide, she was on her phone with no indication of a tour. After I asked her name we were sent with a group on a 35 minute Gondola ride. The others in our boat explained that they had the tour at 12:55 and had been alerted the day before with a confirmation phone call of the 12:55 time and location. But they said the tour guide didn’t seem to know or care about what she was doing. This was supposed to be an 1-2 walking tour and gondola ride, we maybe got a 30 minute ride with no direction and horrible costumer service and communication.
via Viator
Good and Bad
The walking tour was very enjoyable and informative. Our tour guide, Andrea, was the best — a true professional. The gondola ride was super disappointing. We did a half circle in the middle of a gondola traffic jam. Not anything like we expected.
via Viator
A great tour
The quality of the guide was exceptional. (marina) She was knowledgable local and explained both history and local living facts very well.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Real Barcelona Tours, who run 48 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.3.
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Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.
How much does Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride cost?
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Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Venice usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Venice is not rushed.
Is Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Venice can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Venice and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Venice within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Venice?
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On Outty we rank every Venice experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Venice Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with wine by Cooking Italy, Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour, Tour of The Real Hidden Venice. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Venice?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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Included: Live Guide (For the Walking Tours); and Gondola ride. Not included: Gratuites; Transport from and to the meeting point; and NO Guide in the Gondola Ride. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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Please go to the meeting point at the Alilaguna ticket office. Come with you voucher and ID's, the ticket office is located in front of the Royal Gardens gate in San Marco. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not suitable for People with mobility impairments. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Venice. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Walking Tour in Venice and Gondola Ride?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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