The Secrets of the Grand Canal - Special Private Boat Tour

4.8 (64 reviews) one hour Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

The most exclusive and unique tour of the Grand Canal, discovering its stories, legends and mysteries. A true Venetian will guide you in this fascinating itinerary to live the city from a different perspective: the water! Through this experience you will explore the entire city in just 1 hour, immersed in a magic 100% Venetian atmosphere!

Please note: pictures are for illustration purposes only and to present the experience in its entirety. The boat is a private deluxe water taxi. A specific boat cannot be granted, since it is upon availability. For any inquiry or customization, feel free to contact us.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Shome Venice

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Private Guide of Venice
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board

Itinerary

Canal Grande

one hour Admission included

We will discover all treasures and palaces on the Grand Canal, rich of stories, legends and traditions.
Rialto

5 min

We will pass under Rialto bridge, to admire it from a unique perspective! We will discover the secret and the curse of the bridge.
San Marco

5 min

We will admire St. Mark area from the water to get to know its beauties and mysterious aspects.
Ponte dei Sospiri

5 min

We will have the opportunity to see the famous Bridge of Sighs, to learn its mysterious story and secrets.
Squero di San Trovaso

2 min

We will pass in front of the fmain "squero" of the city, where gondolas are still produced.
Galleria Giorgio Franchetti alla Ca' d'Oro

1 min

We will admire the incredible facade of Ca' D'Oro (the golden palace).
Mercati di Rialto

1 min

We will pass in front of the famous Rialto Market.
Ca' Pesaro Galleria Internazionale d'Arte Moderna

1 min

We will pass in front of Ca' Pesaro palace.
T Fondaco Dei Tedeschi by DFS

1 min

We will discover the legends of this palace.
Fontego del Megio

1 min

We will explore the buildings of the Venetian Republic from the boat.
Palazzo Labia

1 min

We will learn the meaning of being a "labia" through the story of this Spanish family.
Ponte degli Scalzi

1 min

We will pass under Scalzi Bridge.
Palazzo dei Camerlenghi

1 min

We will see from the boat the worst prisons of the world.
Ca' Rezzonico

1 min

We will admire the palace from the water.
Ponte dell'Accademia

1 min

We will pass under the bridge to explore its architecture and the story of the Accademia Art Gallery.
Basilica Santa Maria della Salute

1 min

We will remember the black plague of Venice, with our still active Venetian traditions.
Punta della Dogana

1 min

We will arrive up to the old entrance of the city.
Ponte della Costituzione

1 min

We will discover this modern architecture.
Palazzo Grassi

1 min

We will pass in from of Palazzo Grassi to know its facade.
Palazzo Ducale

2 min

We will admire the palace from the water to learn the importance of the Doge.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal
Palazzetto Pisani Boutique Resort
Hotel de l'Alboro
Berlino Hotel Venice
Hotel Vecellio
Hotel Caneva
Hotel Bel Sito e Berlino
Hotel Ca'Vendramin Zago
Hotel Becher
Hotel Locanda Salieri
Locanda Cavanella
Hotel Al Vagon

and 329 more pickup points

The guide will pick you up directly at the Reception of your Hotel.

Using your ticket

Send us the exact Time you would like to do the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice (so only if you are Not staying in a Hotel in Venice) who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee.