# Venice Gondola Ride: Day, Sunset or Night?

Choose your date to see the starting times available that day. If you want a sunset or later ride, compare the departures offered and select the one that best fits your plans.

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## Choose a time for your date

Select the day you plan to visit Venice, then compare the available starting times.

If a particular part of the day matters to you, choose the closest available start rather than relying on a general timetable.

Follow the [booking guide](/book-gondola-ride-venice/) when you are ready to select a time.

## How to choose between day, sunset and later departures

Start with the fixed parts of your Venice itinerary, then choose a gondola departure that fits around them. Select your date to see the available times.

- **For a daytime ride:** choose one of the earlier available departures.
- **For sunset:** check the sunset time for the day of your visit, then choose the available departure closest to it.
- **For a later ride:** compare the final available departures and select one that suits your evening plans.

Complete the booking only after the selected date and start time match the ride you want.

## What travellers say about sunset

One verified traveller described taking the ride at sunset:

> “Doing this ride at sunset was truly remarkable!” — Jana, United States · Verified booking

To plan a similar ride, select your date and choose the available departure closest to sunset.

## Find a later departure

Select your date and compare the later departures. Review your chosen time, ticket option and total before booking.

Do not choose a ticket based only on a general description such as “evening” or “night”. Choose the exact available start time for your date, then keep it with your mobile ticket.

## Plan the rest of your visit

Once you have chosen a departure, allow for the full version of the experience included with your ticket. The gondola ride itself lasts approximately 30 minutes, while some options add an introduction or another activity. See the [full duration guide](/how-long-is-a-gondola-ride-in-venice/) before placing another reservation immediately before or after it.

You can also review the [complete gondola experience](/) before choosing your departure.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What time does the gondola ride start?

Select your date and check availability to see the starting times.

### Can I book this ride at sunset?

A verified traveller enjoyed this ride at sunset. Select your date and choose the available starting time closest to sunset.

### How do I choose the closest departure to sunset?

Check the sunset time for your travel date, then compare it with the available starting times for that date.

### Is a night ride available?

Select your date and look for a suitable later departure among the available starting times.

### Does the ride cost more at night?

Tickets cost €37 per person for one adult. Select your date and preferred time to see the total for your booking.

### How long should I allow for the experience?

The ride itself lasts approximately 30 minutes. Some ticket options add other activities, so check the duration attached to the ticket you select.

### How far ahead should I check?

Popular dates can sell out, so check availability once your date is settled.

## Find the right start for your visit

Choose your date and compare the available times before completing the booking.

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