My Bucket List / Experience Goals
Take A Gondola Ride
Ticked off in October 2016
What it is
A gondola ride through Venice's canals is a classic.
How to do it
Official rates are set by the city. Agree the price before you set off.
Top tip
Share a gondola to split the cost.
My experience
A visit to Venice is not complete unless you take a gondola ride down the world-famous Grand Canal.
A gondola ride is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty, charm and colour of this unique city built on water. Feel part of an ancient Venetian tradition and experience Venice as the locals have for more than a thousand years, surrounded by the glorious palazzo’s above you. Built by wealthy merchants and powerful families these beautiful buildings are in a range of mellow colours and styles from Byzantine to Baroque.
You’ll also explore many hidden canals that are so small, you can literally touch the palazzo, all the while being cradled in the atmosphere unique only to Venice.