Overview
See the ‘City of Love’ at its most charming on this 2-hour sunset cruise in Venice. Climb aboard a traditional Venetian boat, and then, with an expert skipper-guide, glide across the Venetian Lagoon. Cruise through St Mark's Basin and alongside the Venetian Lido, passing some of the area’s idyllic islands.
Then, unwind with half a bottle of Prosecco and watch the sky morph into beautiful shades of red, orange and pink. Numbers are limited to 11 people per boat, ensuring a more intimate, small-group experience.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Transport by Venetian boat (Sampierotta or Bragozzo, depending on the group size)
Soft drinks (on request)
Half a bottle of Prosecco per person
Professional driver-guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
OUT of the ACTV waterbus stop "OSPEDALE", Venice, Castello 6593
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please note: Soft drinks are available on request. Please specify by the time of booking
Opening hours are:
09:30 - 17:30 Monday to Saturday
What to expect
Choose the departure time that best suits your schedule, and then make your own way to the Ospedale vaporetto (water bus) stop in central Venice.
Meet your local skipper-guide and board your beautiful Venetian boat, either a sampierotta which is use for 4 or less people (fishing boat) or a bragozzo (two-masted trawler), for groups of more than 5 people. Calmly drift away from the UNESCO-listed city and out onto the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon to begin your panoramic boat ride around Venice and its picturesque islands.
Cruise across the lagoon’s still waters, gliding smoothly through St Mark's Basin toward the nearby island of Sant'Andrea. Be rewarded with stunning views of St Mark's Basilica as you pass through the basin, and admire Forte di Sant’Andrea, a statuesque, 16th-century fortress, when you reach Sant'Andrea. Then, take in the rural landscape of Vignole.
Continue along Venice Lido, a 6.8 mile-long (11 km) sandbar that is nestled between the Venetian Lagoon and the Adriatic Sea, toward the remote islands of San Lazzaro degli Armeni, San Servolo, San Clemente, Le Grazie, Giudecca, and San Giorgio Maggiore.
Sit back and relax as your skipper-guide pauses the boat in an idyllic spot between Giudecca and San Giorgio. Hear the pop of corks as your boat bobs lazily on the water. With half a bottle of Prosecco per person, sip on a glass of sparkling, Italian wine (or a soft drink, if you prefer) and savor the taste as you watch the sun begin to slip behind the horizon.
With your camera in hand, marvel at the brilliant reds, oranges and pinks that spill out across the sky, casting a warm glow over the lagoon and the nearby Salute Church and St Mark’s Square.
After the sun has set, savor the last of your Prosecco and hear tales about Venice’s rich history from your driver-guide as you return to the city by way of St Elena and the Arsenale.
Your tour then concludes back at the original departure point.
Please note: from December to February, there is a maximum of 4 passenger per booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Venice Sunset Cruise by Typical Venetian Boat
Can I cancel Venice Sunset Cruise by Typical Venetian Boat for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
OUT of the ACTV waterbus stop "OSPEDALE", Venice, Castello 6593
What's included?
- Transport by Venetian boat (Sampierotta or Bragozzo, depending on the group size)
- Soft drinks (on request)
- Half a bottle of Prosecco per person
- Professional driver-guide
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Il Bragozzo di Serantoni Tommaso
