Jack was our gondolier on a Saturday afternoon . Really fun time to spend on the water . Jack knew a lot about several homes in the marina . Highly recommend gondola getaway for a relaxing afternoon . We brought a bottle of champagne to enjoy our voyage . read more

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The area is beautiful. The gondolas are beautiful and the staff is energetic and knowledgeable about the area, the homes and gondolas in general. read more

We did a sunset gondola and it was absolutely divine. Mason, the Gondalier was lovely and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend read more

4 years ago I met my boyfriend for the first and he surprised me with this very romantic, unique and special experience. We return on each anniversary. Yesterday we surprised my brother and his lady, visiting from Chicago, with a Gondola Getaway. Our gondolier was Tom and he was outstanding! Not only did he give us lots of information about the canals and the history, but at one point he pulled the gondola under one of the "kissing" bridges and gifted us as he sang a beautiful Italian love song. He had an outstand voice and his song made the experience that much more memorable. I can't wait to go back next June for our 5th anniversary! read more

My wife and I have explored Naples, Long Beach on date nights for over 40 years. We've always seen the gondolas wandering the bay and canals and last week was our 38th wedding anniversary so we booked a trip. We had the most fantastic time. The experience was wonderful, but for us what made it was our gondolier, Evan. He was amazing! Knowledgeable, engaging, and pilots his gondola like a pro. We're planning a return ride before summer ends and it will be Evan at the oars. read more

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I booked a gondola ride with my wife for our 30th wedding anniversary. Dick the gondolier, was very charming, and navigated the canals of Naples like a seasoned gondolier from Venice, Italy. The evening couldn't have been more perfect. The soft ocean breeze, the beautiful sunset, and my wife beside me. The highlight of the night was when Dick noticed a bottle in the and told my wife to retrieve it. Gondola Getaway arranged a message in a bottle, which contained a special poem that I wrote for my wife. She was so surprised and couldn't stop talking about how unexpectedly wonderful it was. I highly recommend Gondola Getaway and would book with the again. read more

Hubby booked a gondola through this company 30 years ago as a surprise for our 1st date. We never made it because back then I got seasick easily and didn't want to risk it. Fast forward...I now have sealegs (which you don't need) so I booked a gondola to see the Naples Christmas lights to get a different view. The weekend before, friends and I walked the canal after the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, so you can imagine the crowds of people going to see the Naples lights. The gondola is a much better way to see the lights. Booking online was simple. I received a confirmation email and in the email was what to expect. If you bring beverages, they provide a cooler/ice bucket with ice and cups. Connor was our gondolier and he was an absolute champ. He paddled through the canal so quickly that we had more time left on our cruise, so he took us out to the bay which was deserted, but peaceful. We had such a great time thanks to Connor! I highly recommend Gondola Getaway. Their staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. It's well worth the $267.50 (pre tip). read more

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We booked this a couple months in advance and were so happy with the decision! Our gondolier was so sweet and accommodating. We bought cannolis and brought our own champagne bottles to enjoy the ride. It was so beautiful and such a romantic date. He even played music for us! read more

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We had Omar as our gondolier. He was so nice and full of knowledge, we had a great time, beautiful weather. It was so relaxing. We are definitely planning on doing it again. read more

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My boyfriend and I had a great experience for our first time. Our gondolier was Omar, he was knowledgeable and friendly. Parking was convenient and the location was easy to find. read more

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We took a sunset ride on August 15 and the whole experience was amazing. Our oarsman was Mason and was fantastic. He was fun, knowledgable and brought cups and ice etc. and our food down to the boat. Couldn't have enjoyed it more. Thank you! read more

Our Gondolier, Omar, was super friendly and informative about the area. He made this little gondola excursion through the Naples Canals feel like we were actually in Italy. We were lucky to find a Groupon that gave us a discount. which was an added bonus. read more

Omar was my gondolier and he didn't disappoint. He knew the history of our route, and he was very attentive. He had funny jokes and gave us a great tour. My boyfriend and I were celebrating my birthday and Omar took us under a bridge to sing happy birthday. We even had a turtle pop out of the water to say hi! I highly recommend this tour and ask for Omar read more

First--thank you Gondola Getaway for your donation of this adventure to a local charity "Precious Lamb Preschool," I purchased it at their Gala and saved it for our 50th Wedding Anniversary on August 14. The gift included dinner from Domenico's==one of our favorites. We enjoyed Jack and RJ as our hosts and "engine". It was a special celebration--thank you. read more

My husband and I lost our home in the Altadena Fire a little over a year and a half ago. Even with everything we were going through, we still chose to get married on July 26, 2025. Between rebuilding our lives and our home, we simply didn't have the time or money for a honeymoon. When I saw the gondola ride advertised, I thought it would be the perfect way to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We made the drive from Rancho Cucamonga, and traffic was horrible. By the time we arrived, we were stressed and running late. From the moment we walked in, the young lady at the front desk (she had blonde hair, and I'm so sorry I forgot your name! ‍) greeted us with the warmest smile. She immediately told me to relax and assured me everything was going to be okay. Then I realized my phone was on only 5%, and I asked if they happened to have a charger. Without hesitation, she handed me a portable charger so I could capture the memories from our very first gondola ride. Our gondolier, Waylon (I hope I'm spelling your name correctly! ), was absolutely amazing. He was kind, professional, and so knowledgeable about the history of the area. He made the experience even more special. At the end of our ride, the sweet young lady surprised me with a beautiful rose. Such a simple gesture meant so much. After the incredibly difficult year and a half we've had, this team completely turned our stressful day around and gave us a first wedding anniversary we'll never forget. Thank you for your kindness, your hospitality, and for reminding us that even the smallest acts of compassion can make the biggest difference. read more

Staff were great, we booked to celebrate our anniversary with a unique experience. I love the add on options, we did charcuterie, rose petals, and message in a bottle. Relaxing, romantic, and enjoyed a fun to see those houses! read more

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Omar was our gondolier. He was great!! Personable, polite, and had great stories. We had a great trip through the canals arould Naples island. When I go again, I'm requesting Omar. read more

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This is a fantastic & romantic thing to do for love ones and cost is at reasonable or you can get discount online too. Great time sailing through the channels in Naples Island. Great, friendly, attentive and patient service for sure. Took my out of town friends (couple time) to have a great experience beside in Venices. Love it, the scenics are amazing, especially at sunset time. Just a lovely experience not to forget. read more

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This was a fun date with my amore! However make sure to apply sunscreen and go to Groupon for least expensive tickets. read more

Thank you Carson and the Gondola crew. We booked this outing thru the city of Upland and it was so fun! We had a relaxing morning cruising the harbor and enjoying the beautiful homes and waterways of Long Beach!! Beautiful!! read more

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So much fun! Highly recommend- Jack our gondolier was friendly and made the ride interesting and fun. Beautiful scenery and gorgeous homes along the canal- snacks available to preorder as well as some available at the stand. Photo included in package. Ice bucket and ice available for any drinks you choose to bring. Some beverage choices also available at stand. Snacks reasonably price. Hour long gondola ride I felt was worth price. Dog friendly- go early to look for parking- we found some nearby- free. Really good experience. Restroom located near check in booth. read more

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What a great experience our group had with Gondola Getaway. They took such great care of every detail and a HUGE Shout Out to our gondoliers RJ and Nick who made this experience a memorable one. You guys ROCK!!!! read more

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the best date night!!!!! My girlfriend and i had a reservation with them for the monday after valentine's day but because of the stormy weather it was cancelled. they were more than accommodating with honoring the reservation even 3 months later (we finally got around to it lol). our captain was omar, the perfect gentleman with a lot of knowledge of the area making our ride both fun and informative!! we reserved a ride for 6:30 so we had the most beautiful sunset ride. blankets are provided incase you get cold which i thought was a thoughtful touch and you can put your own drinks on ice and take on the ride. 10/10 experience and would definitely recommend to others for a romantic getaway read more

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Beyond great experience! I did my proposal here 7/19/25 and the staff/manager met my every need. My first encounter here, I was helped by Joy. Joy patiently walked me through the whole set up and came up with great ideas to make sure my proposal was spot on and how I wanted it. Later I booked the gondola proposal with Kevin. Kevin was very informative and ensured that everything was aligned correctly with the staff and my plans. Proposal aside, the gondola ride was super fun. We had Jake as our gondlier and he was really cool and shared with us some historical facts regarding naples and Italy. Thank you guys again for blessing me with the help and my proposal read more

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Great day with gondoliers Nick and Colin. Wonderful experience for those looking for a relaxing day. read more

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I recently had my wedding ceremony at Gondola getaway and it super exceed my expectations. This place was wonderful! The views are amazing. The staff are great and super helpful! Shout out to Joy and Rachel for the awesome customer service. Their warm demeanor and communication skills made the experience seamless. All of our guests had a great time and even mentioned coming back on their own to enjoy a Gondola ride read more

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This was a great experience. This was our second time using Gondola Getaway, and it was amazing both times. Our gondolier was knowledgeable, entertaining, and funny, which made the experience even more enjoyable. If you have the opportunity, ask for Matt--he will not disappoint. We will definitely be planning another outing with this business. read more

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Absolutely the most amazing date night we've ever had! We are two seniors who got married during Covid, and always look forward to a date night every week. I chose Gondola Getaway because of the great reviews they had, not knowing that previous reviews didn't come close to the experience we had! Our first scheduled trip unfortunately I was stuck in a hospital in Oxnard and couldn't make it. Joy, who is a true asset to the company, worked everything out for us! Originally scheduled for a night where we would have a fantastic sunset, I checked for the first day available with a full moon and rescheduled. We were greeted at the dock by Eric, the Gondolier, who is extremely knowledgeable and friendly, and handed my wife a dozen red roses, then sprinkled rose petals on the walkway down to the boat. We brought our own adult type beverages, and enjoyed the cheese, salami, prosciutto, and olives, which were part of the package they have and I had included in our plans. We set out towards the canals in Naples, directly into a full moon rising over the horizon, and we're just blown away by the beauty. Eric explained how the boat worked how he experienced many travels to Europe and experienced the Italian style of Gondola. He was very knowledgeable with homes in the area and pointed out one home that had a huge Denver bronco flag and statue (as my wife and I are both huge Denver Bronco fans!) He explained the tradition of kissing under the bridges and I certainly took advantage of that! I scheduled extra time on our trip and enjoyed a very long and relaxing tour. Midway, he reached over the edge of the gondola and pulled in a bottle that was floating in the water and oh! there was a note in it for my wife! As part of their package, you can order the message in the bottle which includes a parchment with anything you'd like to say on it! Well, needless to say, when she read it, she cried like a teenager!. All in all this was the most fantastic experience we've had, not to mention how professional and accommodating Eric and Joy both were. This is a true no-brainer if you're looking for a fantastic time! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND to All! Thanks to Joy , Eric and to Gondola Getaways for everything! read more

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my Fiancé and I had a great time last night on the Getaway our Gondoliers was Omar Lino and he was super dope, great customer service, Smooth Ride. i recommend him 10 out 10 times read more

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I loved this, unique, peaceful experience. My only regret is that it wasn't longer! Getting to have a gondalier steer you around canals outside of Venice is a pretty unique find. This business has been here since the 80's and the founder got his training in Italy. I got a great deal from Groupon. The company and staff were wonderfully easy to work with and helped me out when my car got trapped in our driveway and we were late to our reservation. The food you can order to add to your own byob picnic was tasty, the cannoli was especially delicious. Our gondolier was charming and friendly. The view of the Naples canals is so fun. It was a great way to see all these unique houses and personal watercraft. Passed a ton of SUP enthusiasts and one mallard. Highly recommend. read more

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The entire process was very professional and pleasant. Our Guide was super and it was a great time for all in our party.

Highly recommend the experience. The staff is highly knowledgeable of the Naples canals. Very peaceful and romantic. Take a few of your close friends and family. Everything was perfect. Surprise your loved one. Thank you for a unforgettable experience. read more

A group of girls with a man rowing a gindola and singing to us! Who could ask for more? It was a beautiful day. We had a great time while snacking on cheese and enjoying wine. read more

Beautiful ride and very relaxing! They offer ice buckets or baskets for your ride. You can bring your own snacks and drink or they will provide it for a fee. Everyone is very friendly from the check in to the gondola driver. Definitely recommend for a special occasion or just a warm summer night! read more

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Such a wonderful experience! Our guide was incredibly friendly, kind, and even sang beautifully. The girl at the front was also so helpful and pleasant. We went for our anniversary, and everything was absolutely perfect. I highly recomend it. read more

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I would like to send Rachel, Tommy, and Nick a SPECIAL thank you for making it happen yesterday. They went above and beyond to make sure that my proposal to my girlfriend was romantic and memorable. Thank you so Much!! read more

We hosted a beautiful proposal on the Gondolas. It was a bit rainy, but the gondolier provided umbrellas and cozy blankets for the ride. It was a memorable and beautiful experience. I would highly recommend for Anniversaries, Birthdays, Valentines Day or any special occasions. You can bring your own champagne and charcuterie boards. Such a pleasant experience. read more

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such an amazing & unique experience!!! went for an anniversary we got a groupon and saved money we paid only $119 instead of $150!! the ride is around 50 minutes & you get a private cruise on a gondola through the long beach naple canals! we added on the message in the bottle which you can write your own custom message & they set up a whole scene for you to find the bottle & you can do a little surprise we also got the meat & cheese add on which i'd skip next time i'd rather bring my own next time you can BYOB & theyll provide a bucket, ice, & cups & corkage!! & bring any snacks you'd like theres blankets provided on the boat as well you get a complimentary photo as well read more

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My partner and I had an amazing time celebrating her birthday. The weather forecast called for rain, thankfully that did not happen, but it was cold, once we got going it was hardly noticeable. I surprised her with her favorite champagne and ordered a charcuterie board when I made the reservation. They provided blankets and good conversation with none other than Josh LaCount our amazing Gondolier! He has a great personality and makes you feel welcome and safe. He gives you the history of the homes and interacts with you if you are open to conversation. We were open and it was awesome!! He sang a song by Old Blue Eyes himself, Frank Sinatra. He sounded amazing! He was extremely modest. Josh, you have a beautiful voice! From the ease of making a reservation online to just showing up and enjoying the moment, it was a beautiful day. No pics, this was a private affair ;) Be sure to show some love and tip your Gondolier. read more

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we were taken out on a sweet gondola, 4th of July weekend and the staff were very patient with us, as we arrived a bit late due to the holiday traffic. This was a surprise gift for my mom and her companion. They were so happy and that made us happy! We would super recommend this experience. read more

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