The 4 Venice Sailing Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,206 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $94Our pick

Join Andreas and his friendly crew for a 90-minute sunset cruise from Riva dei Sette Martiri. Sail past San Marco Bay, the Giudecca Canal, and toward Lido while a saxophonist plays jazz and bossa nova. Enjoy cicchetti, one drink, roomy deck seating, and sunset views.

“We were recommended this trip by a friend and it did not disappoint. The weather was great and timing perfect for the cruise seeing Venice at sunset from the sea. Food and drink were good and you can buy additional drinks if needed. Boat had the perfect number of guests, not crowded at all, and the music was the perfect vibe for the trip.”

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2.Lagoon Catamaran Cruise with Music and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 419 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $47Best value

Sail from Riva dei Sette Martiri past San Marco, down the Giudecca Canal, across to Lido, and back by Sant’Elena and the Biennale gardens. Your 90-minute catamaran ride includes one drink, music, toilets, and multilingual hosting, with open deck seating and wheelchair access.

“Very relaxing on the main lake sipping Aperol Spritz.”

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3.Night Catamaran Cruise of the Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 126 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $71

Meet the red-sailed catamaran near Via Garibaldi for a 90-minute Venice lagoon cruise. Sip one included Spritz or prosecco while live tenor saxophone fills the air with bossa, jazz, and funky jazz. You can walk around the spacious boat, buy more drinks, and request an optional light dinner.

“The four o'clock nonstress boat ride was just what we needed”

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4.Catamaran Spritz Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48Top rated

Spend 90 relaxed minutes aboard a roomy Venice catamaran with lounge seating, two restrooms, music, and an included alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink. Cruise past St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, Giudecca, Lido, Sant’Elena, and Giardini. Andreas may host some departures.

“My husband and I were in town for a few days and knew we would have serious jet lag. We booked this the day after we arrived and it was so relaxing. The staff was very attentive. The drinks were great and it was very scenic. If I did not have to leave, I would do it again today. Well worth it!!”

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