Visiting timetableClosed
Monday, January 12, 2026
Various boarding points across Venice (Rialto, San Marco, Accademia, Santa Maria del Giglio)

Gondola ride hours & best times

Find typical operating hours, peak times, and seasonal notes to plan the calmest, most scenic ride.

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Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Tuesday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Wednesday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Thursday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Friday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Saturday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Sunday09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Spring & Summer (April–September)

01/04 – 30/09

09:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Open

Autumn & Winter (October–March)

01/10 – 31/03

09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Open
Monthly Timetable

August Extended Hours

09:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

Venice Carnival Extended Hours

08/02/2025 – 25/02/2025

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

New Year's Day

01/01

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open

Christmas Day

25/12

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Open
Important Information

There is no ‘last admission’, but rides typically slow late at night; availability depends on operator and season.

Early morning for still water and soft light; sunset for romance and golden reflections; midday for lively canal scenes.

Reserve in advance to secure your preferred time, boarding point, and route length.

Museum free days do not apply to gondolas; rates are set by local guidelines and operator options.