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Private Gondola Ride and Photoshoot

5.0 · 43 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Venice Operated by Venice Photoshoot Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
1h 30m
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Italian
Start & pickup
06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 14:00, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

An hour of walking and shooting from St Mark's Square into residential corners, then half an hour in a private gondola with the photographer aboard, and sixty edited pictures arrive by file transfer a few days later.

Listed per person, meeting in the square, not recommended for anyone with heart problems. 4.98 from 43 reviews at €240 per person.

In our comparison: #7 of 17 in Gondola Rides, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €240 per adult.

Included and not included

  • The tour includes 60 digital pictures professionally edited & sent via WeTransfer by 4-5 days time
  • 30-minute private gondola ride
  • One hour walk-photoshooting in several corners of town

    Children from €199 (ages 0 to 8). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.

    Reviews

    5.0
    43 ratings
    Tripadvisor 30 · Viator 13

    100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 43 of 43

    Star breakdown of all 43 ratings

    5 stars
    42 · 98%
    4 stars
    1 · 2%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    0 · 0%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the photos, patient approach and local knowledge; no specific criticism appears in the supplied reviews

    Praised

    • Photos praised for natural expressions and thoughtful use of light
    • Patient direction that helps reluctant photo subjects and families relax
    • Responsive communication and attention to guests' requests
    • Local history shared while visiting varied photo locations

    Complaints

    • No specific complaints are stated; the lower rating praises the welcome and local knowledge

    Written by Guidekin from the 34 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (14 July 2021 to 24 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    We will meet in St. Mark's Square, at the feet of Todaro Column · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    06:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 14:00, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    The photoshoot ends at the iconic Rialto Bridge
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    Venice Photoshoot; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Accessibility

    • Strollers OK
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Good to know

    • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
    • Children from €199 ages 0 to 8

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

    Compared with other Gondola Rides

    TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
    This tour · #7 of 17€2401h 30m4.98 (43)private
    Gondola Ride with Private Walking Tour in Venice€793h4.95 (325)private
    Romantic Venice Photoshooting (land + gondola)€297 per group1h 30m4.99 (95)private
    Private Gondola with Private Walking Tour In Heart of Venice€1282h 30m4.97 (97)private

    Ranked #7 of 17 in Gondola Rides by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €59 to €580, median €101; typical length 3h. 9 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 17 Gondola Rides

    From €240 per adult