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Things To Do in Venice

The Grand Canal

Through the Central Districts, Venice, Italy
Description: One of the most popular ways to see the city of Venice, gondola rides are a popular tourist activity in this Italian city. Rowed by licensed gondoliers (they have to be accepted to a special guild to obtain the right to ...Read More
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The Grand Canal Reviews

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To Gondola or Not to Gondola?

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Carmen from Cary, North Carolina
  • July 1, 2004
To Gondola or Not to Gondola?
Quote: We had not planned on taking a gondola ride when we were visiting Venice. First, because it seemed a very romantic thing to do, and since my friend and I were both without romance, what was the point? The other reason was the very high, tourist-trap... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal Ahhhh, Venice!

Gondola Ride

  • 5 out of 5 stars by txaggies98 from Woodstock, Georgia
  • May 26, 2004
Gondola Ride
Quote: The gondola ride is something you absolutely have to do if you go to Venice. The Gondoliers will start out at a price of 50 or 60 euros per person, but if you take the time to haggle with them and it’s a slower day, you can get it for around 30... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal Awesome Venice

Gondola Rides on the Canal

Quote: Ducking our heads to miss the bridges above, Italian men whistling on the canal-side and looking like posh travelers sipping wine and eating cheese while someone else does the elbow work! The guides are amazing and speak English and definitely look... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal You say Venice I say Veneto!

Gondola Ride

  • 4 out of 5 stars by AndrewL from Santa Monica, California
  • June 1, 2003
Gondola Ride
Quote: Though you don’t get any more touristy than a gondola ride in Venice, this is one experience should think twice about missing out on. There is nothing quite like a gondola ride. It just doesn’t get any more relaxing and romantic. A ride is not cheap... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal Venice - My favorite City in Europe

Gondola Ride

  • 4 out of 5 stars by NCpllcn from Newtown, Pennsylvania
  • February 9, 2003
Quote: It's the thing to do when in Venice, so of course we did it. A gondola ride is definitely a wonderfully entertaining way to view the city, especially if you have an engaging guide like we did. Pricy for couples, the ride actually is quite affordable... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal An afternoon in Italy

Gondola ride

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Shetraveler from Campbell, California
  • July 11, 2001
Gondola ride
Quote: Okay, it's cheesy and touristy. But you may find yourself regretting not taking a gondola ride. What's great about it? Being literally inches from the water as you float past some of the most spectacular sites of Venice, some on the Grand Canal,... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal The "Wander" and Wonder of Venice

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Gondola ride

  • 4 out of 5 stars by millsy99 from Knoxville, Tennessee
  • July 5, 2001
Gondola ride
Quote: Everyone who visits Venice should take at least one ride in a gondola. It is truly a magical, once in a lifetime experience. ~~~~ You can find gondolas for hire at several locations--near the Hotel Danieli, by the Rialto, near the train station... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal VENICE: Expensive Enchantment

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A Ride on the Grand Canal

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Barb B from Napa, CA and Hereford, AZ , Arizona
  • November 15, 2000
A Ride on the Grand Canal
Quote: La bellissima strada in tuto di mundo!--The most beautiful street in all the world! There is no better way to start your visit to Venice than aboard a vaporetto as you cruise along the fabulous Grand Canal. Superb views of the city’s famed... Read the full The Grand Canal review

From journal What to do in Venice?