Private Venice Canal Cruise: 2-Hour Grand Canal and Secret Canals

4.5
(139 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore some of the smaller, secret Venetian canals by motorboat on a 2-hour cruise, and discover the neighborhoods of Cannaregio, the Jewish Ghetto and Dorsoduro as well as the Grand Canal, too! While hearing anecdotes and history about the enchanting city from an onboard guide, look out for sights such as the Arsenale shipyard alongside intriguing lesser-known landmarks. See craftsmen at work at a gondola boat workshop, and then finish the cruise on a high note with a jaunt along the glamorous Grand Canal and underneath Rialto Bridge.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Grand Canal ride
Stop at the Jewish Ghetto
Luxurious motor-launch
Stop by a Gondola Shipyard in the charming Dorsoduro district
Enter via the “Porta dell’Acqua“ into the impressive Arsenal, the historic shipyard of Venice
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Entrance to the Royal Gardens, on the waterfront of St Mark's Square - You'll meet Avventure Bellissime tour coordinator outside the Royal Gardens, in front of the wrought iron Gate holding a sign with the name of the tour and Avventure Bellissime written on it.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    View the magnificent St Mark's Square and Doges Palace from the water

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Enjoy a 1-hour tour of the Grand Canal and minor canals lead by our English-speaking guide in a small group of 8/9 people

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about the Magnificent Rialto Bridge as you pass by on your boat

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    View the magnificent Arsenal of Venice during your guided 2-hour cruise by boat

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Enjoy a walk in the fascinating Jewish ghetto of Venice

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Enter some of the back canals of the picturesque Cannaregio district

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the first basilica of Venice in the Castello district

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Cruise down some of the charming canals of Dorsoduro district

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by the Accademia gallery and bridge as you tour the Grand Canal

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Cruise some of the small canals of the Santa Croce district

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by the Ponte degli Scalzi near the train station, the third bridge connecting the two sides of the Grand Canal

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the Baroque church Santa Maria di Nazareth as you cruise down the Grand Canal

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the famous Squero San Trovaso, one of the oldest and still active places where gondolas are built

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • All passengers pay the same rate irrespectively from their age
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Tags

Day Cruises
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Water Tours
Canal Cruises
Sightseeing Cruises
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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