This boat tour in a private motor launch (water taxi) gives you a great overall view of the city, over the Grand Canal of Venice, the most spectacular "Main street" in the world.
Info & Booking
Tour departs from Vela office, under Correr Museum 71/F
Tour must be reserved with 2 working days advance.
Minimum 2 people to run.
Availability in English and Italian, every day at 3:15pm and 4:15pm.
Duration: 60 minutes.
Cancellation deadline: up to 8 days before the tour: 100% refund; from 7 to 4 days before the tour: 50% refund; less than 3 days before the tour, late arrival or no show: no refund.
Grand Canal Boat Tour
The Grand Canal of Venice is the most spectacular "main street" in the world. This tour helps you to imagine what Grand Canal was like when there were still gardens, Squeri (where the gondolas where built), warehouses and stones mason. Our guide will entertain you with stories of the most historical palaces(many famous owners) and will help you to recognize the palaces, who lived where, why poets and writers such as Shelly, Byron and Browning loved this city. This tour includes a cruise along the city's more secluded waterways to enjoy the picturesque small bridges and "off the beaten track" sights. Enjoy a glass of Bellini cocktail while taking in these specials sights. This boat tour in a private motor launch (water taxi) gives you a great overall view of the city.