Aperitif On The Lagoon

A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon

★ 4.9 70 reviews

1 hour 20 minutes, free cancellation.

from $79.83 per person

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Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Meeting point: Zattere (Al Ponte Lungo)
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Alessandro Vidal

Overview

Alessandro Vidal's A Venetian Aperitif on The Lagoon is a boat ride with drinks, not a walking food tour. You meet at Al Chioschetto on the Zattere waterfront, climb aboard, and spend 1 hour 20 minutes out on the lagoon with Prosecco, beers, soft drinks on request, and crisps. The route passes the Dorsoduro district and Cannaregio before returning to the same spot where you started.

The emphasis is on the lagoon and its quieter corners, with commentary on Venetian history and present-day life along the way. Reviewers describe it as a relaxed way to see the city from the water, away from the busiest tourist spots. Group size is capped at 10 travellers, and a private tour is listed among the exclusions, so plan on sharing the boat with other guests.

It suits travellers who want a short, easy outing with a drink in hand rather than an intensive sightseeing march. Most people can take part, and families with small children have joined without trouble, though infants must sit on laps. There is no walking requirement beyond boarding the boat.

Small boat at anchor on the Venetian lagoon with the city skyline behind it

What's Included

Included

1.5 hour Venice boat tour
Alcoholic beverages (Prosecco and beers)
Non-alcoholic drinks (on request)
Chips/Crisps

Not Included

Bottled water
Private tour

Itinerary

Meet at Al ChioschettoThe meeting point is Al Chioschetto, Fondamenta Zattere Al Ponte Lungo, 1406/A, 30123 Venezia. The tour ends back at this same spot.
Pass DorsoduroThe boat continues past the Dorsoduro district as part of the lagoon circuit.
Pass CannaregioCannaregio is passed by on the water, with no landing or stop on land.
Return to the meeting pointThe full experience runs 1 hour 20 minutes and finishes where it began, at Al Chioschetto.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to know before you book, based on the listing and what travellers report back.

Where this tour sits among 4 tours in Wine And Private Tours listed here (from-price per person, USD)

1-Hour Prosecco Tasting$44
Aperitif on the Lagoon (this tour)$79.83
Semi-Private Market Cicchetti$181.33
Private Tour With a Sommelier$203

Drinks and snacks. Prosecco and beers are included, with non-alcoholic drinks available on request and crisps served on board. Bottled water is not included, so bring your own if you want it. Several reviewers mention the drinks and snacks as part of what they enjoyed.
Group size. The boat takes a maximum of 10 travellers. It is not a private tour, so expect other guests alongside you. Reviewers have described the group feel as relaxed.
On the water. This is a boat ride on the lagoon, not a walk, so there is no real fitness demand. Dress for the weather, since the whole trip is spent outdoors on the water.
Family friendly. Pushchairs are accepted, infants sit on laps, and service animals are allowed. Families with small children have taken the tour and reported it went well. The meeting point is near public transport, which helps with getting there.
Photography. Reviewers often mention strong views across the lagoon, the islands, and quieter neighbourhoods. Being on the water gives clear sightlines for photos. Sunset departures were a favourite with several travellers.
Weather dependent. The listing states the experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled for poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Have a backup plan for your day in case conditions turn.

Common issues. The boat is not wheelchair accessible, which is the main practical limit stated on the listing. One review described a disorganised start and a legal document being handed around mid-ride, which that traveller found off-putting. The same reviewer noted the listing does not state whether the tour is private or shared, which matches the exclusion of a private tour on the listing itself. The tour also depends on decent weather, so poor conditions may force a reschedule or refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Tour?

The price covers a 1 hour 20 minute boat tour, Prosecco and beers, non-alcoholic drinks on request, and crisps. Bottled water is not included. It is a shared tour, not a private one, with a maximum of 10 travellers.

Where Does The Tour Start?

You meet at Al Chioschetto, Fondamenta Zattere Al Ponte Lungo, 1406/A, 30123 Venezia. The tour ends back at the same meeting point.

Is The Tour Suitable For Children?

Yes, in general. Pushchairs are accepted, infants must sit on laps, and service animals are allowed. Families with small children have taken the tour and reported it went well. Non-alcoholic drinks are available on request for anyone not drinking alcohol.

Is The Boat Wheelchair Accessible?

No, the listing states the tour is not wheelchair accessible. The meeting point is near public transportation, but boarding the boat itself is the limiting factor.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that 24 hour window are not refunded or accepted, and cut-off times follow local Venice time. If the operator cancels for poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

How Long Is The Tour And What Should I Bring?

The tour runs 1 hour 20 minutes and stays on the water, passing by San Marco 801, Dorsoduro, and Cannaregio. Bring bottled water if you want it, since it is not included, and dress for conditions on the lagoon.