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The Classic Venice Evening

Night gondola ride, candlelight, and la serenissima magic under the stars

€180-280

5-6 hours

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Your Evening Timeline

🥂17:30

Sunset Spritz

Bar Terrazza Danieli

Aperol Spritz with views over St. Mark's Basin. Watch gondolas glide past as the evening sky turns golden.

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4196

€40-50 for two cocktails

Tip: Arrive at 17:00 for the best lagoon-facing seats before sunset

🛶18:30

Evening Gondola Ride

Gondola Station near San Marco

Experience a romantic night gondola ride through enchanting back canals. As day trippers leave, glide past illuminated palazzos in the magical atmosphere of Venice after dark.

Various stations around St. Mark's

€80-100

Book on Viator

Tip: Request a sunset gondola ride through Dorsoduro canals — quieter, more romantic atmosphere, and beautiful as night falls

🍝20:00

Candlelit Dinner

Osteria alle Testiere

Tiny 9-table seafood restaurant with intimate settings. Best in the city of love. Book weeks ahead.

Calle del Mondo Novo, 5801

€120-180 for two with wine

Booking required

Tip: Trust the daily fish - whatever they recommend is perfect

🍦22:30

Midnight Gelato Stroll

Gelateria Nico

Famous for 'gianduiotto' - hazelnut chocolate on a stick, topped with whipped cream. Enjoy under the stars.

Dorsoduro 922

€10 for two

Tip: Sit on the Zattere waterfront and watch the lights of Giudecca — the perfect end to your romantic evening in Venice

Weather Backup

If rain: Skip terrace aperitivo, start at Harry's Bar (covered, iconic)

Booking Checklist

•Osteria alle Testiere: Book 3-4 weeks ahead
•Gondola: Just show up at any station for your evening gondola ride

Total Evening Cost

€180-280

*Prices are estimates for two people

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