A gondola ride in Venice is one of the most iconic experiences in Europe. When I recently visited Italy with my children, it was one of the experiences I was most looking forward to sharing with them.

My kids and I went to Venice, and we preferred a rowing lesson to a gondola ride. The gondola ride was disappointing, but the rowing lesson I booked was exciting. Next time, I'd skip the gondola ...

My kids and I went to Venice, and we preferred a rowing lesson to a gondola ride. The gondola ride was disappointing, but the rowing lesson I booked was exciting. Next time, I'd skip the gondola ride ...

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You can find gondoliers any day of the week, and usually from 9 a.m. to late at night. Prices increase after 7 p.m., however. Venice In a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride ...

The full schedule of events can be found online. Pricey it may be, but a gondola ride is part of the Venice ritual. Choose a gondola you like the look of at one of the stands around the city ...