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

Overview

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
• ✓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
• ✓Luxurious motor-launch

• ✕Gratuities
• ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
• ✕Meals

What you'll do

1. 1

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

2. 2

   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
3. 3

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

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Enjoy a walk in the fascinating Jewish ghetto of Venice

   ⏱ 20 min
6. 6

   Enter some of the back canals of the picturesque Cannaregio district

7. 7

   See the first basilica of Venice in the Castello district

8. 8

   Cruise down some of the charming canals of Dorsoduro district

9. 9

Availability & pricing

Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• 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
• On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it

Cancellation policy

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