Venice Catamaran Cruises: the 4 Best Days on the Water

1.Catamaran Sunset Jazz Cruise with Aperitivo

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

Spend 90 minutes aboard a spacious catamaran with host Andreas and his friendly crew. Cruise San Marco Bay, the Giudecca Canal, and the lagoon toward Lido while a saxophonist plays jazz, bossa, and soul. Your ticket includes cicchetti and one drink, with blankets available when the evening cools.

“We had the best time. Sunset was perfect, it was a long ride and a beautiful view of Venice. We sat on one of the beds along the front of the catamaran and it felt like a dream! Definitely worth the money - the appetizers were delicious and the drinks were great! Cash only for drinks (after the first one included)!!!”

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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 via Sant’Elena and the Biennale gardens. Your host may speak English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, or Russian. One drink is included, with toilets aboard.

“Loved this relaxing cruise, great value for money! Would recommend (:”

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3.Night Catamaran Cruise of the Lagoon

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

Spend 90 relaxed minutes on a spacious catamaran sailing from Riva dei Sette Martiri past San Marco, the Giudecca Canal, and Lido. Enjoy live tenor saxophone, a complimentary Prosecco, Spritz, or soft drink, and open deck views of Venice after dark.

“Had a terrific experience! Great music onboard, all ship personnel fun and friendly. Great way to see the city lights at night.”

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4.Catamaran Spritz Tour

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

Spend 90 minutes aboard a spacious catamaran with host Andreas and his crew, cruising from Via Giuseppe Garibaldi past Piazza San Marco, Doge’s Palace, Giudecca, Lido, Sant’Elena, and Giardini. You get a drink, comfortable seating, two restrooms, music, and excellent water-level views.

“Fantastic trip thoroughly recommend it. Crew were excellent and attentive. Quality drinks. Very comfortable boat”

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