12 May 2024
This does not have to be booked through Viator ahead of time. Gondola rides are 90 euros for daytime till 5pm or 6pm and 110 euros for evening. That’s up to 5 people per gondola. There are plenty of gondolas and it’s only a round trip “around the block”, meaning wherever you board, it will only go around that area. If you want to ride in a specific place, like going under the Bridge of Sighs, you’ll need to board the gondola in the San Marco area. Viator does not inform you about this and we were sent to a location that is less desirable than others. The gondolier was busy on his phone while “gondoliering” (impressive actually) but needless to say, my attempt for conversation to learn about the area was pitiful at best. The 30 minute ride was over in about 18-20 minutes. Oh well, live and learn.