Private Luxury Boat Tour in Venice with Local Guide

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Duration1h 30m
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Overview

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.

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)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off

What to expect

  1. Piazza San Marco
    30m
    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.
  2. 1h
    Begin your private journey along the Grand Canal, Venice’s majestic main waterway lined with centuries-old palaces.
  3. Pass by
    From the boat you'll see the legendary Bridge of Sighs and explore quieter waterways where daily life unfolds beyond the tourist trail.
  4. Ponte di Rialto
    Pass by
    Cruise beneath the world-famous Rialto Bridge and past the historic fish market where locals still shop today.
  5. Palazzo Ducale
    Pass by
    The boat will drop you off a short walk from the Doge's Palace and Piazza San Marco where you began.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour 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.

End point

Additional information

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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