GONDOLA LOVERS
The rides worth taking, reviewed.
The 12 US gondola rides travellers book most, from a Venetian-style drift on the Las Vegas canals to a sunset gondola cruise off Waikiki and the calm water of San Diego Bay. The full range, canal to coast.
Madame Tussauds plus a Venetian gondola cruise on the Grand Canal. Voucher timing, ride details, and whether $54.99 is worth it.
Most Popular“I paid for outdoor gondola boat ride. Come to find that it was some kind of construction going on. Wasn’t emailed about it. If I had known I would have canceled but they said it was non refundable bc it was day of”
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas plus an outdoor gondola on the Venetian’s Grand Canal, with celebrity wax, photos, and Italian-style singing.
“It was a blast. Be ready to take some nice pictures with all the props they provided! Green value for the price, and the gondola ride was a nice bonus right across the street from the museum, both staff were friendly!”
Walk the highest U.S. suspension bridge and ride unlimited gondola over the Royal Gorge, plus park history at the Plaza Theater.
“My time at the park was very rewarding. You cannot beat the view. I went on the gondola, the zipline and walked the bridge. There was a breeze/wind going across the bridge but never felt fearful. Little swaying was part of thrill of the scenery. Next day went on the train and was able to…”
Enjoy a private 50-minute gondola cruise through the Coronado Cays in San Diego Bay, with canal views, romance, and optional wine.
“Our first gondola ride was a beautiful experience. It began just after sunset. It was quiet and peaceful. The water was so smooth, just like velvet. Some of the houses already had their Christmas lights up. Beautiful! Our gondolier was highly skilled. The water barely rippled as he turned the gondola around.”
Valentine’s Waikiki Gondola Cruise: a small-group Venetian ride along the Ala Wai canal, with pastries, leis, and skyline views.
“Lovely gondola ride in Oahu. The owners and gondolier were lovely people, very friendly and looked after us well. When we had trouble finding the Dock, our gondolier Shawn walked around to find us and guide us to the Dock (which was quite tricky to find). We were given a sparkling bottle to drink along…”
A four-person Waikiki gondola cruise timed for Friday-night fireworks, with cider, pastry, leis, and a calm-water view away from crowds.
“Looks like it is amazing sounds like it is amazing but we didn’t make it to our boat on time and were very sad so we will try again next time we come we got matching tattoos for our anniversary like we do every year and they took longer then expected but we will be…”
45-min Italian gondola cruise in Honolulu with lei, pastries, drinks, singing, and views of Diamond Head and Magic Island.
“You must ride the gondola! The guides are excellent, funny. and entertaining. They took us all the way down the canal, provided sweets, water and a parasol for us. We waved to lots of onlookers and saw a couple who regularly wave a white flag as the gondola passes their house daily. It was a…”
Valentine’s gondola in Waikiki: 1-hour calm cruise past Ala Wai, Honolulu lights and Diamond Head, with lei, snacks, BYOB.
“My co-worker took this tour for his Anniversary and said it was great, so I decided to schedule a tour for Valentine’s Day. The staff was great and very well organized. Even had umbrellas and a blanket for us since it started drizzling. The ambiance and the tour guides were awesome! They were very knowledgeable…”
Private Waikiki gondola for up to 4 with lei, drinks, pastry, Diamond Head and skyline views, plus bubble show and live music.
“My girlfriend and I had the most wonderful time. The conversation was amazing during the entire trip making for a perfect evening for Valentine’s Day. Kisses under the bridge, chocolate moose, soft Italian music….who could complain?”
A 1.5-hour luxury picnic on a docked gondola boat in Coronado Cays, with shade, comfy seating, and a menu you choose.
“The view and atmosphere was amazing! What an incredible experience! Thank you for creating such a fun and memorable moment for us. This is something we certainly won’t forget!”
Glide through Waikiki on a small gondola cruise with drinks, pastries, and a forever lei, with Diamond Head views plus a hop-on bus voucher.
“This turned out better than I could have ever planned. They go above and beyond to make your experience be as great as it can be. Mines was a wedding proposal, and Elliot gave us all the bells and whistles. Small Family owned so they care about the details. 5 star, if you want a…”
Small-group Waikiki gondola cruise with Magic Island views, songs under the bridges, sparkling cider and desserts, plus a hop-on bus ticket.
“Relaxing trip through the harbor. Great snacks and music while taking in the scenic views. Enjoyed because it was just my party.”
Canal gondolas and sky gondolas, candlelit drifts and summit climbs, in the places that do them best.
