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Private Luxury Boat Tour in Venice with Local Guide

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About this activity

Explore Venice in the most elegant way possible aboard a private luxury motorboat. With your personal guide leading the way, cruise the Grand Canal and smaller waterways for an intimate look at the city’s legendary beauty. Glide past landmarks like St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge while uncovering tales of the city’s past and present. Traveling by private boat offers a peaceful escape from crowded streets, and with no other guests on board, it's ideal for families, couples, or those celebrating a special occasion. With flexible pacing and plenty of photo opportunities, this private experience captures the magic of Venice from its most authentic perspective—on the water.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Rialto fish market (exterior)
    • Rialto Bridge
    • Professional boat driver
    • Cemetery of San Michele (exterior)
    • Palaces including the Ca' d’Oro and Ca' Pesaro (exterior)
    • St. Mark’s Square
    • Accademia Bridge
    • Grand Canal by expertly guided private boat tour
    • Bridge of Sighs (exterior)
    • Doge's Palace (exterior)

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off

    Itinerary

    1. St. Mark's Square

      Meet your guide in the famous Piazza San Marco to kick off your adventure. Here, your local guide will share an brief introduction to the history of Venice and its famous cathedral that stands before you.

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Begin your private journey along the Grand Canal, Venice’s majestic main waterway lined with centuries-old palaces.

      1 hourAdmission free

    3. From the boat you'll see the legendary Bridge of Sighs and explore quieter waterways where daily life unfolds beyond the tourist trail.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    4. Rialto Bridge

      Cruise beneath the world-famous Rialto Bridge and past the historic fish market where locals still shop today.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    5. Doge's Palace

      The boat will drop you off a short walk from the Doge's Palace and Piazza San Marco where you began.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Correr Museum in Piazza San Marco 52. Your guide will be waiting under the portico just outside the entrance of the museum.

    The map shows Venice. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
    • In the event of bad weather, the boat operator may be required to cancel the tour for safety reasons. Please note that as this decision is made with your safety in mind, no refunds will be provided in such cases.
    • This tour will have a maximum of 8 travelers. If you want to book this tour with more than 8 people, please contact the tour provider.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. If you want to book this tour with more than 8 people, please contact us ([email protected]).

    Cancellation and refunds

    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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    Walks - Italy & Spain
    Product code
    15693P260

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