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The Classic Venice Evening

Gondolas, candlelight, and la serenissima magic

€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.

Riva degli Schiavoni, 4196
€40-50 for two cocktails
Tip: Arrive at 17:00 for the best lagoon-facing seats
🛶18:30

Private Gondola Ride

Gondola Station near San Marco

30-minute private gondola through quiet back canals. Pure Venice magic.

Various stations around St. Mark's
€80-100
Book on Viator
Tip: Request Dorsoduro canals - quieter and more romantic than Grand Canal
🍝20:00

Candlelit Dinner

Osteria alle Testiere

Tiny 9-table seafood restaurant. Best in Venice. 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.

Dorsoduro 922
€10 for two
Tip: Sit on the Zattere waterfront and watch the lights of Giudecca

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

Total Evening Cost

€180-280

*Prices are estimates for two people

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