Gondola Ride in Venice: 7 Tips for a Better Experience in 2025
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Looking for the best gondola ride in Venice? In this article, we share our top tips for a better Venice gondola experience. Find out!
A Venetian gondola ride is a real bucket-list experience. And, as cliché as it sounds, no trip to Venice would be complete without a gondola ride. It’s like visiting New York and not going to the Statue of Liberty or going to Paris and not visiting the top of the Eiffel Tower…
So even if you have just 1 day in Venice, a ride on a traditional Venetian gondola is one of the experiences that you really shouldn’t miss!
For centuries, black gondolas have been the unmistakable symbol of Venice. Even people who’ve never been to Italy would identify the city just by seeing a picture of a black gondola. Venetian gondolas and canals are among the most iconic and most recognizable images in the world.
If you are wondering if it’s worth taking a gondola ride in Venice, how much it costs, where to (not) do it, or how to make the most of your experience, then read on. In this article, we share some tips and useful info that should help you avoid disappointment and have a truly unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience. Find out!
TIP: If you want to prebook a gondola ride in Venice, we recommend this highly-rated option. You can choose between different starting locations and private or shared gondola rides.
PRO TIP: Alternatively, consider a guided city highlights tour that – among other things – includes a ride on a Venetian gondola. This will save you a lot of planning stress, time, and also money since these tours usually offer amazing value. We recommend either this city highlights & gondola tour (that also includes entry and a guided tour at Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica) or this unusual-sights walking tour with an option to add a gondola ride.
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Tips for Venice gondola:
1. Know what to expect
Already in the 13th century, Venice started to ban horses in the busiest parts of the city. Gradually, gondolas became a popular means of transportation, especially among the upper classes.
However, today, Venetian gondolas are no longer used as a means of transportation. So don’t just walk up to a gondolier asking him to bring you to San Marco’s Square or to Rialto Bridge. For that, you’ll either have to take a water taxi, a vaporetto (public water bus), or walk.
You can ask the gondolier to drop you off at a different place than where you started, but usually, they won’t go out of their usual route in order to bring you somewhere.
Nowadays, gondolas are mainly used for the entertainment of tourists – for sightseeing, romantic evenings, or simply to experience Venice in a similar way as people have done for centuries.
There are quite some rules and regulations meant to ensure a similar ‘authentic’ experience for all tourists and fair business for gondoliers.
For example, gondoliers have their own standing places and the routes they take. They are also required to wear the same ‘uniform’ – black pants, a striped shirt, closed dark shoes, and a banded straw hat. And even gondola ride times and prices are uniform everywhere in Venice. More about it below.
Even the size, shape, and color of an official Venetian gondola used for work is fixed. It has evolved over hundreds of years and is strictly regulated.
For example, already in the early 17th century, it was decided that all Venetian work gondolas should be black. The current shape of the gondola has remained unchanged since the beginning of the 20th century… The only thing that differs is how each gondolier chooses to decorate their gondola.
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2. Don’t take the first gondola you see
Even though all Venetian gondolas and gondoliers look pretty much the same and they all charge the same prices, your gondola ride will be unique depending on where you take a gondola.
They can be found all over Venice and take different routes. So even if you’ve been on a gondola in Venice before, chances are very small that your second experience will be similar to the first one. It depends so much on where your ride starts.
I don’t think that you can have a really ‘bad’ gondola ride anywhere in Venice. But I also think that it will be more special if your gondola route includes a combination of some quieter places and impressive landmarks.
So for the best gondola ride in Venice, I recommend choosing a route that includes some smaller canals as well as a part of the Grand Canal southwest of Rialto Bridge. It’s here that you get to see the most impressive Venetian palaces dating from the 13-18th centuries, the glory days of the Republic of Venice.
At the same time, you don’t want to take a gondola that only tours the busy Grand Canal or the open waters close to St. Mark’s Square and skip smaller and quieter canals. Not only there are more waves, but you would also miss that special experience of riding a Venetian gondola on the narrow canals, under bridges, and past the more authentic parts of the city.
Furthermore, it’s usually so busy on the Grand Canal and at St. Mark’s Square that there is not much authenticity left. Instead of telling you about the sights along the way or singing, your gondolier will be occupied with the bumper-to-bumper ride and trying to avoid crashing with the other gondolas or boats.
On the other hand, if you want to see St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace from the water and sail under the famous Bridge of Sighs, you should take a gondola ride starting near St. Mark’s Square.
TIP: Make sure to ask a gondolier which route they take. We recommend waiting to take a gondola until you’re quite close to the Grand Canal, but not directly at it. On our most recent visit to Venice, we took a gondola at Ponte San Polo (see map) and it was just perfect. Our route included some very quiet canals, but also a small part of the Grand Canal. We loved it!
3. Choose a friendly gondolier
In my view, a big part of your experience will depend on which gondolier you choose.
A friendly chap willing to talk to you and tell you more about the sights along the way will make your ride so much more pleasant. Sometimes, gondoliers also take a picture of you in the gondola or sing a song along the way…
Whereas if you take a gondola with someone who is in a bad mood or spending his time on a smartphone, it might ruin the whole experience.
So talk to the gondoliers before you get on the boat, get the feel of how friendly they are, and don’t be afraid to walk away and find somebody else if they look and sound overly arrogant.
TIP: Gondoliers will be more friendly and relaxed when it’s quiet and they are not too tired. For that, it’s best to avoid busy times and summer heat. Below, you can find our recommendation for the best time for a gondola ride in Venice.
4. Go in the morning
If you are visiting Venice in spring or in summer, the best time to go on a gondola is in the morning before it becomes too hot. There is no shade on the gondolas, so you’ll be in full sun all the time. Our gondolier said that it gets so warm during the day that it’s just not pleasant. It might be different in the lower season, but in summer – try to avoid going on a gondola in the middle of the day.
Furthermore, not many tourists take gondolas in the morning. So it’s much quieter on the canals and gondoliers are more relaxed and friendlier. We were the first clients of the day and our gondolier was super enthusiastic and very friendly, but without overdoing it (if you know what I mean).
He also took his time on the Grand Canal so our ride was longer than expected. And he even sang a nice romantic Italian serenade without us having to ask for it. It felt more spontaneous and more authentic.
Alternatively, you can also choose to take a Venetian gondola ride in the early evening, at sunset, or even in the dark. However, gondoliers will be more tired in the evening. You should also know that rates are higher after 7 PM. So if you’re hoping for a romantic gondola ride at sunset, be prepared to pay more. More info about how much it costs – below.
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5. Bring cash & don’t negotiate
As already mentioned, the gondola business is highly regulated in Venice. The prices of gondola rides are the same all over the city, determined by the ‘comune’ of Venice, and non-negotiable.
At the moment of the last update, a 30-minute gondola ride in Venice costs 90 EUR during the day and 110 EUR in the evening or at night (from 7 PM to 3 AM). Evening/night rides are officially a bit longer – 35 minutes. This is the price you pay for a private gondola that can be shared with up to 5 people.
In the past, the number of passengers allowed was 6, but now Venetian gondolas only allow bookings for 5. Recently, the city has introduced a limit of 5 passengers in a gondola due to safety concerns…
The duration of your Venetian gondola ride is 30-35 minutes. However, it will also depend on how busy it is on the canals. So on a quiet day, your gondolier might cover their standard route in 20-25 minutes, whereas if it’s busier, it might take longer.
If you want to take a longer trip, the price will depend on the duration of your ride. It will be calculated proportionally. So a 1-hour trip will likely cost over 200 EUR.
Because the rates are set by the city, you cannot negotiate the price of a standard 30-minute gondola ride. But if you are going on a longer tour and it’s not very busy that day, you might be able to agree on a somewhat lower price. Make sure to do it in advance, before you get on the boat, and don’t count on it.
Good to know: Unless you pre-book a gondola tour, you’ll have to pay cash for your gondola ride. So make sure you have enough money on you.
Private Venice gondola tours that you can pre-book online are usually a bit more expensive than the official rates. Shared tours are usually cheaper online. The only reason to book a private gondola tour in advance would be if you are short on time and want to be absolutely sure that you can do it at a specific time and place. If you do want to book your gondola tour in Venice, you can find the best deals here.
6. Save money by taking a shared gondola
If you are traveling on your own or just with two people and find the gondola price too high, you can also opt for a shared gondola ride. Ideally, you find 2-4 other people to share a ride with.
However, since it’s usually a bit difficult to arrange your own ‘group’ on the go, you may want to pre-book a shared gondola tour. It costs more than 1/5th of the price of a private tour, but that’s because you won’t always have a full gondola and it’s hard to know that in advance (for you, but also for the gondolier).
TIP: For a really cheap gondola ride in Venice, you may try the traghetto gondola service called “parade ferries”. It’s a ferry service used mainly by locals who want to get from one side of the Grand Canal to the other – so not to navigate the canals but to cross them. For just 2.5 EUR, you can cross the Grand Canal in a real Venetian gondola.
You can find this service at the following locations: Dogana, Santa Maria del Giglio, San Tomà, Riva del Vin, Riva del Carbon, and Santa Sofia. It’s the cheapest way to ride a gondola in Venice!
However, you can’t compare this short ferry experience with a regular gondola ride. First, the gondolas are a lot bigger. Second, the ride literally takes just a minute or two and is rather stressful since they board/unboard very fast and the boat moves in all directions as people get in and out.
7. Just do it!
If you are wondering whether Venice gondola rides are worth it, I’d say go for it (just don’t forget to take our tips into consideration)! Yes, it’s expensive, touristy, and all those things…
But there is only one place in the world where you can take an authentic Venetian gondola through the picturesque canals of a stunning floating city, and that’s Venice. And how often will you be in Venice? For most people, it’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
If you don’t take a gondola ride in Venice, you’ll probably end up regretting it later on. At the end of the day, we only regret the chances we didn’t take, don’t we?! And so my advice is not to miss this bucket list opportunity. If done right, it will make your whole trip to Venice so much more special!
Our experience: We’ve been to Venice several times and have taken a gondola ride twice. As I said before, no two experiences will be the same, but we enjoyed both rides very much. It remains a truly special experience and I’d absolutely do it again next time we are in Venice.
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Venice Gondola with Kids
I couldn’t publish this article without adding this small section for families. If you are wondering whether you can take a gondola in Venice with kids, yes, absolutely!
Taking a gondola is safe and kids will be just as impressed with all the sights around them as you.
We even saw gondolas with young kids in a stroller in them. By the way, check out our post on Venice with a baby or a toddler if planning to visit the city with very young kids!
Our experience: On our recent trip to Venice on which this article was based, we took a gondola ride with our three boys (ages 9, 9, 11) and I thought they might find it too boring. But I haven’t seen them as quiet, as impressed, and as interested in something for a long time. They all loved it!
The special boat with all its decorations, the singing gondolier, the centuries-old palazzos on the water… Our kids truly enjoyed the gondola ride in Venice! I’m sure that it will be one of the few things they’ll remember from the city even many years later.
So, these are our top tips for a gondola ride in Venice. I hope that this will help you have a better experience and truly enjoy your gondola tour. Below, you can find an overview with some frequently asked questions and our answers.
Venice Gondola FAQs
A standard 30-minute gondola ride in Venice costs 90 EUR during the day and 110 EUR in the evening or at night (from 8 PM to 7 AM). This is the fixed price that is determined by the commune of Venice. You pay for a private gondola ride and not per person.
There are three ways to get a cheaper gondola ride in Venice: 1. You can share a gondola with other people and split the cost. 2. You can book a shared gondola tour. 3. You can take a gondola-ferry service used to get from one side of the Grand Canal to the other. For more info, see our tip #6 above.
Yes, a gondola ride in Venice is absolutely worth it! While it is not cheap and it can feel a bit touristy, it’s a real bucket-list experience that you really have to do when visiting Venice. Furthermore, going on a gondola allows you to explore places that you wouldn’t see otherwise.
There is no one best gondola ride in Venice. So much depends on the gondolier, his mood, and on the location where you take the gondola. We recommend taking a gondola at one of the smaller canals southwest of Rialto Bridge (ask if the route also includes Grand Canal), or not too far from St Mark’s Square (ask if the route passes the Bridge of Sighs).
We recommend going for a gondola ride in the morning. It’s not too busy on the canals, gondoliers are rested and in a good mood, and it’s also not as hot as it gets during the day. For a more romantic experience, go in the evening, but beware that it costs more and you are likely to get a shorter and less personalized ride because the demand is high.
Yes, Venetian gondola tours run the whole year round, also on the coldest winter days. I recently visited Venice in December and saw tourists riding gondolas every day. There were plenty of gondolas available at the main locations around St Mark’s Square, Rialto Bridge, and Accademia Bridge, but hardly any at the quieter canals a bit off the beaten path.
No, you don’t necessarily have to book a gondola ride in Venice in advance. While there are tours available (and can be recommended if you are in a hurry and want to be sure you have the time and the place you want), you can usually easily get a gondola without any advance booking. That said, in the high season, you may have to wait quite a bit, especially during the busiest hours of the day. So if your time is limited, you may want to pre-book it.
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Hi
A very useful blog
You mention Ponte San Polo as a good location to start a gondola tour but the link on Google maps goes to the Grand Canal near St Marks Square
Ponte San Polo is near the Rialto Market but it doesn’t show a Gondola station
Hi Kevin, the entire Venice center is full of small gondola stops with just a few gondolas at each, so you won’t easily find them all on any map. You simply walk around and you will see them here and there. But if you want to prebook a gondola in advance, most of them usually depart from the biggest, easy-to-find central locations where there is more place to ‘park’ gondolas.
Don’t get set on the specific departure location, but rather see which part of Venice interests you more or where it fits your itinerary best. If you book a tour, simply check the starting location and read the description to get a better understanding of which parts they cover.
At the end of the day, there is not one ‘best’ place to start and the entire canal system is really nice.
I’ve done a few gondola rides in Venice, always from different locations, and it’s always special.
Have a great trip!
@Jurga,
Thanks for your reply and thanks for your comments but, is there a Gondola station at the point you mentioned and recommended, or did you mean the station where the link actually takes you to?
I particularly liked your recommendation as it had the right mix between side canals and grand canals
Apologies for being a nuisance
Hi Kevin, I already said in the article that we once took a gondola at that location (and I even linked to the map (here is the link once again)). So I’m not sure I understand what exactly you are asking. Yes, there is a small gondola station there, maybe two gondolas. No, you cannot prebook this specific location, as far as I know. But – as already said – there are many other gondola stations/stands, also around that area (for example, I think also at Ponte dei Frari nearby – see map). Most gondolas that you can book in advance depart from bigger stands closer to the main attractions where there is more space to park multiple gondolas. You can find tons of tour options here but you would have to check the departing location of each tour to see where exactly they start.
If you are looking for an actual ‘station’, then you won’t find any. There is no office building or such, just a small sign saying ‘gondola service’ and a few gondoliers waiting for customers. Some gondola stations have a small kiosk but those are very few and only at the more touristy places where lots of gondolas operate starting from the same location. So maybe that’s what creates a misunderstanding – you looking for some kind of an official ‘station’…
Once again, don’t get set on a specific location (unless pre-booked) because you may arrive and find that all the gondolas there are gone for a ride, or a gondolier who normally works there may not be there that day. So if you are not booking in advance, then just walk around and I am sure you will find something available, especially if traveling in the lower season and/or going in the morning.
Hope this helps. Enjoy Venice!
Thank you so much for sharing
Glad to help. Have a great time in Venice.
Hi. Thanks for the great article. Can you send me the name of the gondola company and location in Ponte San Polo where you took your gondola? I can’t seem to find it on GoogleMaps. Thanks so much.
Hi Esther, there are gondolas all over the place and I wouldn’t know the company name (if any) of the one we took. The options available/routes they take seem to change all the time too. It’s not like there is an office there or anything like that – just a sign and a few gondolas.
If you have time and are flexible, just walk around and you’ll find one. If your time is limited and you want to book in advance, you can find tons of options here. This is one of the most popular tours at the moment – it allows you to choose several different starting locations and shared or private tour.
Hope this helps.
No question, I just wanted to thank you for this article! I was nervous about how/where/when to get a gondola in Venice and now I feel like I know everything I need to know to do it successfully. I’m also really glad my family is only 5 people so that we can all fit in one boat. Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback and glad to help, Abby. Have a great time in Venice!
What constitutes early morning for gondolas? Im a teacher in NYC, early for me would be lke 7am! lol
Is 830 too early or should we look for one about 9am?
I am not looking for the San Marco or Rialto Bridge area, but not that far away from it either.
Hi Lisa, I think 9-10 am should be just fine. Too early and the gondoliers may not be awake yet ;).
I guess it also really depends on the season. Summer will be much busier so there will be more people working earlier. You can always just start walking around the city and see what you come across.
Enjoy Venice!
I’m curious. Did you book your own gondola ride with Get Your Guide? The links you share to Get Your Guide – people complained about the trip being 18 to 20 mins instead of 30. One review says not to book with Get Your Guide as they charged 157.50 euros vs 100 euros if you don’t book or even 100 euros (private booking) on another website I see. Based on the negative reviews, I’m hesitant to book on Get Your Guide. The issue with pre-booking gondola is the unreliability of tour companies, not to mention the extra price mark-up.
Hi Ivy, we have been to Venice many times. Sometimes we booked the gondola upfront, sometimes we just took one like that.
As I said in my article, booking is not a must and if you are flexible and have time, you can just find a gondola once you are there and the prices in Venice are fixed.
Booking online in advance has some advantages. The main one being that you are sure about the place and the time, so it’s perfect for people who are really short on time. Another advantage is that if you are on your own or just two people, you can book a shared gondola ride which is difficult to do on the spot. But yes, booking online might also mean that you are paying more than the official prices.
As for GetYourGuide, we use this website on a daily basis, we have personally booked hundreds of tickets and tours through them, and only had positive experiences. Keep in mind that they are just a reseller and not a tour operator so they do not set the prices. You should always read tour descriptions and reviews when deciding what to book. But as a one-stop shop for all tickets and tours, GYG is absolutely reliable and I can recommend them without hesitation. I cannot vouch for every company running gondola tours though. Once again, read customer reviews so that you know what to expect if you decide to book upfront.
Hope this helps. Have a great trip!
We will be in Venice in 2 weeks. Are the water levels back to normal?
Hi Fernando, as far as I know, yes, everything is quite normal again. Northern Italy got a lot of rain recently, much too much actually.
Enjoy your trip!
Jurga, I have read your wonderful detailed summary and points of a Venice gondola ride.
We are going to Venice in mid April and looking to book a gondola ride prior to arriving.
Would there be any particular site you would recommend.
I like the idea of a small time period on the Grand Canal and also tasking in smaller canals to see sights, as you highlighted.
Thank you for any advice you could give me.
Regards
Phil
Hi Phil, there are so many possibilities all over Venice… Also, a lot depends if you are looking for a private or a shared gondola ride. There’s really not one ‘best’ place or tour, but if you are looking for some recommendations, here is a well-rated tour that has a similar ‘itinerary’ as what we did on the recent trip that this article was based on. It starts with some smaller canals, brings you to Rialto Bridge, and does a part of the Grand Canal.
Hope this helps.
Have a great time in Venice!
Do you tip after a gondola ride?
Nevermind, I see this asked below!
No worries, Lauren. Enjoy your trip!
Is the rate 80€ per person?
Hi Jocelyne,
As already mentioned in the article several times, you pay per gondola.
Hi Jurga, this is a very interesting article, and thanks for the tips!
My friends and I will be visiting Venice on 31st July, may I know if the gondola still fits 6 passengers or is 5 the maximum?
As we would like to source for our own gondolier that starts at roughly 6 PM and the route consist of the Grand Canal. Can you tell us where should we find and board the gondola from?
Thank you!
Hi Johnathan, normally, the maximum number of passengers in the gondola is 6, but I see that most private tours don’t allow booking more than 5 people per boat, and some only 4. Strange. We were with 5 and I see in our pictures that there was one chair free on the boat and we were told 6 is the maximum. But the fact that now all online bookings only book the maximum of 5 makes me wonder if something has changed. So if you can let us know how it went after your trip, it would be very useful to the other readers.
As for where to take one, there are just so many options. If you want to be right on the Grand Canal, you’ll find gondolas next to Rialto Bridge. And otherwise, any of the side streets near the Grand Canal, or between San Marco square and Grand Canal. You can always ask the gondolier where they go exactly before you board.
If you absolutely want to be sure you have a gondola at a specific place and time, you’ll have to book in advance. Otherwise, if it’s busy, you might have to wait or look for another one.
Have a great trip!
@Jurga, I just talked to two gondoliers today (20 June 2023), to ask about getting a ride for 6 people.. They both said they could only take 5, and the second gondolier explained that it was the current safety regulation throughout Venice, so 5 is apparently the maximum now.
Yes, Peter, this has been in place for a while. Thanks for confirming this.
Enjoy the rest of your trip!
Thank you for this write-up. Is it also customary to tip at the end of the ride? Just want to ensure I have sufficient cash available. Thank you!
Hu Juanita, it’s not customary to tip in Italy, but some people do that and it’s always appreciated. At the restaurants (taxis, etc.), you can just round up the bill, and for the gondola – I’d say let it depend on how enjoyable the ride/ gondolier was. If you tip, it doesn’t have to be 20 % either; 5-10 euros for 2-4 people should be just fine. Once again, they’ll always appreciate it, but don’t feel obliged.
Have a great trip!
How early in the morning did you do your gondola rides? We’re going in about 3 weeks and I’d love to do a morning one.
Hi Wendi, I think it was around 10-10.30 am. Not that early, but early enough for it not to be too busy or too hot. If you are in the city earlier, see if you can find a happy and awake gondolier to take you for a morning ride.
Have a great trip!
How are the Gondoliers about taking pictures throughout the tour? Say if a friend and I went and wanted to take pictures of each other in the fancy chair and then switch spots mid-ride, would that be permitted?
Hi Taylor, I think it will really depend on the gondolier and on the situation. In general, it’s not the best idea to stand up or walk around the boat during the trip. But you can always ask.
Hi we’re going to Venice on Tuesday 2nd august to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary staying in lido de jesolo
We want to pre book a private gondola can you please advise which will be the most scenic and romantic route please.
Hi Tracey, I really don’t think you can go wrong with any route – it depends on your preference of which area you’d like to explore. Here you can find various private tours and they all start somewhere else meaning that they’ll have a somewhat different itinerary. Do you want to go to Grand Canal and Rialto Bridge? Or maybe rather under the Bridge of Sighs? This determines where you should start. And you only know how it was when you are done. Once again, I don’t think there’s a bad option.
PS When looking for tour options, I stumbled upon this: gondola ride + photo shoot. Not cheap, but if you are looking for something truly special…
Have a great trip!
PS From June, Venice will require reservations in order to visit the city. No idea yet what it will look like and they said it will be easier to book for those who actually stay in Venice. But if I were you, I’d double-check how the situation is in a few weeks from now, or ask your hotel to let you know how this new reservation system will work. As always in Italy, they first announce something and only implement it last-minute.
@Jurga, aww thank you for that information, what time would you say is the preferred or best time to take a ride. As we’re staying in lido and going over to Venice for the day I believe the transport starts very early in the morning?
Hi Tracey, it really depends on your preference.
We liked going early in the morning because the canals weren’t busy yet and the gondoliers were very friendly and happy to have customers.
During the day, it’s very busy and in summer, can also be very hot on the gondola. But you get to experience the bustling atmosphere and some people might find it’s part of the fun.
And in the evening, it can also be nice, maybe more romantic, but the gondoliers are usually exhausted after a long day and might not always be as friendly anymore… Also, evening rides are more expensive (I believe it’s after 7pm – the info should be in the article).
All in all, there’s no right or wrong time. Just do it when it fits your itinerary best and enjoy it!
I am visiting Venice in June 2022, never been before, always have though, I think Venice is a beautiful city and can not wait to see it .
Its a must for me to take a gondola ride, even 30 minutes is enough.
This information was very helpfull indeed and I thank you very much for it.
Kevin.
Glad to help, Kevin. Have a wonderful time in Venice!
We are a group of 8 going to Venice in September. You answered all of our questions. We have been to Venice before but haven’t taken a gondola ride. We definitely will this time thanks to your excellent article! 🤗
Glad to hear you found this useful, Al. Have a great time in Venice!
This was so incredibly helpful! Lots of wonderful info.
Glad to hear that, Brittany. Enjoy Venice and the gondola ride!