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Cedella B.

Chaz was amazing! He gave us great local insight on restaurants, and his recommendations were spot on. The gondola ride was so relaxing and romantic--truly an unforgettable experience. When Chaz sang our wedding song, it brought me to tears. We'd absolutely do this again!

Audrey U.

What a fun thing to do while visiting Providence, Rhode Island. A colleague of mine, and I are here on a work trip, and carved out some time for a gondola ride along the river, and it did not disappoint. Our tour guide was very informative, friendly, and had an amazing range as he sang us a French song. Highly recommend to anybody who is looking for something fun to do while visiting Providence, Rhode Island.

Todd H.

Great way to see the city! Our gondolier, Gustavo, was wonderful, singing songs in Italian and recounting the area's history. Enjoy a slow, peaceful sightseeing tour of downtown Providence.

Kenny D.

This is a must do attraction in Providence. My wife and I took a lazy ride on a beautiful day today and loved it. While the gondolier wasn't overly knowledgeable about the buildings and general area, that was a minor thing on an otherwise wonderful trip. And the wine biscuits they give you are quite tasty - so much so that we found the store they buy them from and bought more!

Griffin R.

La Gondola made my engagement an amazing success. They were super helpful, working closely with me to make the moment everything I imagined. I highly recommend. The kindness and singing from our gondolier Gennaro were highlights. Sam was also a fantastic photographer for our special day, working extra hard to take great "paparazzi" shots and then more formal shots afterwards. I'm so thrilled La Gondola was a part of our special day.

ChOzilla M.

Came to RI for our son's college orientation. Looked up fun things to do & this did NOT disappoint. Genaro was our Gondolier & can I just say he's Fabulous! He really knew the history of the city, having grown up here himself & was so informative of what the city had to offer. We are from Cali, but he made us feel right at home. We'll be back in August & plan to visit Genaro & his wonderful singing voice again. Thanks for the memorable evening

Great experience- one of the most unique things we have done. Highly recommend La Gondola! Totally worth it, you cannot beat this experience.

Angela S.

Visited Rhode Island over the weekend and had to experience the WaterFire. We booked with LaGondola and had the best time ever. We had the very last reservation of the night, which I'm happy about because it wasn't as crowded. The WaterFire is one of the main attractions so it draws in thousands of people, which can get pretty crowded. The entire staff was super friendly and helpful. Our gondoler was such a sweetheart. He also allowed Roberto to come along for the ride. Both were complete gentlemen and super fun. Roberto made sure our wine glasses stayed full which is always a plus for us. They also told us about the best places in Rhode Island to explore while we were in town. I cant thank them enough for making the gondola ride the highlight of our sisters road trip! Also, the man I spoke with via phone who guided me from the mall parking lot to the dock was extremely helpful and sweet. I can see why La Gondola has been in business for so long! Will definitely be coming back with my daughter and husband so they can experience this as well.

Carla P.

This was so much fun! The singing was a wonderful surprise-Exceeded expectations!

Darryl H.

So we did this as a last minute audible when we needed a day away from the beach for my son to recover from sunburn due to poor sunscreen application. It was really fun. Great way to see the city from a different perspective. The gondolier was talkative and knowledgeable. I would definitely come back for the fire water trip he mentioned.

Such a wonderful experience on the gondola in Providence, Rhode Island!

Christine D.

Our gondola experience was simply perfect. Our wonderful gondolier, Allessandro, greeted and chatted with us which made us feel like family! As soon as the ride along the water began, and although we have had two previous Gondola rides via La Gondola, it was as if we were transported to another world. The gondola experience, be it on a non-waterfire evening or during a waterfire, always creates an ever-lasting memory. The non-waterfire ride was exciting and a learning experience since our gondolier provided a great deal of history of the bridges and buildings. The waterfire evening is always accompanied by beautiful recorded music and the stunningly lit braziers, so it is truly breathtaking. There is no doubt that we have never been disappointed!

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If I could give this business 6 stars I would!!! What an amazing experience to wrap up my birthday celebration this past Saturday. The booking process was simple and quick and this experience is worth every penny. You get to take a beautiful ride through Naples bay while being serenaded and enjoying beautiful views. We had the 8pm time slot and I thought it was absolutely perfect to take in the sunset and enjoy the cooler weather. Highly recommend!!!!! read more

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The last time i rode a Gondola was June 2009 in Venice, Italy so it was really great to have done this again on April 2025 in Naples, FL. Both are peninsulas, ha, LoL. This was an enjoyable experience, i went with a sister and nieces of mine! We brought on Spumante and sang it's A'More while munching on other goodies and went the Tin City route as onlookers were filming us on the ancient Gondola built in 1995! They definitely need to get an armada and fleet going and turn this into Venice, Italy around here! :) read more

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Awful! Not recommended! My GF's and I booked a gondola ride to celebrate a retirement & cancer recovery. Terrible experience! The boat driver complained the whole time about how busy the water was & the difficult tide. The gentleman I spoke to on the phone to find the location was dismissive & rude, found out later he was the owner. Very disappointed, would NOT recommend! read more

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Cedella B.

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Chaz was amazing! He gave us great local insight on restaurants, and his recommendations were spot on. The gondola ride was so relaxing and romantic--truly an unforgettable experience. When Chaz sang our wedding song, it brought me to tears. We'd absolutely do this again! read more

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Fantastic experience! 10 Stars!!! Excellent customer service from the moment we arrived at the dock. Wonderful gondolier and it was my birthday from my daughter. She hired a violin player who was fantastic and played a great blend of music to accompany the experience. Loved it! read more

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Audrey U.

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What a fun thing to do while visiting Providence, Rhode Island. A colleague of mine, and I are here on a work trip, and carved out some time for a gondola ride along the river, and it did not disappoint. Our tour guide was very informative, friendly, and had an amazing range as he sang us a French song. Highly recommend to anybody who is looking for something fun to do while visiting Providence, Rhode Island. read more

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Great way to see the city! Our gondolier, Gustavo, was wonderful, singing songs in Italian and recounting the area's history. Enjoy a slow, peaceful sightseeing tour of downtown Providence. read more

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Dan M.

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This is our second time on the Gondola's.... Truly amazing.!! They take the time to explain, point out attractions and then sing.... Absolutely incredible..... read more

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Kenny D.

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This is a must do attraction in Providence. My wife and I took a lazy ride on a beautiful day today and loved it. While the gondolier wasn't overly knowledgeable about the buildings and general area, that was a minor thing on an otherwise wonderful trip. And the wine biscuits they give you are quite tasty - so much so that we found the store they buy them from and bought more! read more

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Griffin R.

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La Gondola made my engagement an amazing success. They were super helpful, working closely with me to make the moment everything I imagined. I highly recommend. The kindness and singing from our gondolier Gennaro were highlights. Sam was also a fantastic photographer for our special day, working extra hard to take great "paparazzi" shots and then more formal shots afterwards. I'm so thrilled La Gondola was a part of our special day. read more

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Nicholas K.

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The entire experience was amazing. The 40 minute gondola ride, the guide, the songs, the ambiance. It was truly a very unique romantic experience. The staff was extremely kind, knowledgeable, and talented. read more

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ChOzilla M.

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Came to RI for our son's college orientation. Looked up fun things to do & this did NOT disappoint. Genaro was our Gondolier & can I just say he's Fabulous! He really knew the history of the city, having grown up here himself & was so informative of what the city had to offer. We are from Cali, but he made us feel right at home. We'll be back in August & plan to visit Genaro & his wonderful singing voice again. Thanks for the memorable evening read more

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Shannon B.

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It was amazing- we had our young children and Marcello was wonderful. Highly recommend!!

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Great experience- one of the most unique things we have done. Highly recommend La Gondola! Totally worth it, you cannot beat this experience. read more

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Angela S.

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Visited Rhode Island over the weekend and had to experience the WaterFire. We booked with LaGondola and had the best time ever. We had the very last reservation of the night, which I'm happy about because it wasn't as crowded. The WaterFire is one of the main attractions so it draws in thousands of people, which can get pretty crowded. The entire staff was super friendly and helpful. Our gondoler was such a sweetheart. He also allowed Roberto to come along for the ride. Both were complete gentlemen and super fun. Roberto made sure our wine glasses stayed full which is always a plus for us. They also told us about the best places in Rhode Island to explore while we were in town. I cant thank them enough for making the gondola ride the highlight of our sisters road trip! Also, the man I spoke with via phone who guided me from the mall parking lot to the dock was extremely helpful and sweet. I can see why La Gondola has been in business for so long! Will definitely be coming back with my daughter and husband so they can experience this as well. read more

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Carla P.

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This was so much fun! The singing was a wonderful surprise-Exceeded expectations! read more

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The Gondola tour of the providence river is unique, the gongolas are authentic, and the guide was knowledgeable and a great singer, however he was a bit shy and needed to be asked for historical/architectural information as part of the tour. When we looked back at the tickets the ride was expected to be 40 minutes. We pushed off at 4:05 and came back at 4:30. It would have been nice to go a little further along the river and received a more in depth tour. Overall it could have been an excellent experience but just didn't feel like we recieved the value we expected. read more

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We loved our gondola trip! Gennaro was charming, full of information about his hometown! Beautiful views as the sun set! What a unique and wonderful experience! read more

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Darryl H.

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So we did this as a last minute audible when we needed a day away from the beach for my son to recover from sunburn due to poor sunscreen application. It was really fun. Great way to see the city from a different perspective. The gondolier was talkative and knowledgeable. I would definitely come back for the fire water trip he mentioned. read more

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Christine D.

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Our gondola experience was simply perfect. Our wonderful gondolier, Allessandro, greeted and chatted with us which made us feel like family! As soon as the ride along the water began, and although we have had two previous Gondola rides via La Gondola, it was as if we were transported to another world. The gondola experience, be it on a non-waterfire evening or during a waterfire, always creates an ever-lasting memory. The non-waterfire ride was exciting and a learning experience since our gondolier provided a great deal of history of the bridges and buildings. The waterfire evening is always accompanied by beautiful recorded music and the stunningly lit braziers, so it is truly breathtaking. There is no doubt that we have never been disappointed! read more

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Aimee B.

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La Gondola Providence was very kind to accommodate my family and I even before their scheduled season began. We enjoyed our time seeing downtown Providence in a peaceful and serene way along the river while receiving wonderful local information and a beautiful serenade from our charming gondolier Cristoforo. The Italian biscuits were very tasty with tea and we are still enjoying them. We highly recommend the experience. Aimee read more

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First of all, I would like to apologize for the delay in writing this review. As someone who also works for a tour company, I know that prompt reviews are much appreciated, and I sincerely meant to write this ages ago. I live and work in Providence, but my mom was visiting from New Mexico, so I wanted to do something fun and new with her. And our gondola ride was lovely! We did the basic Viaggio dei Sogni package and it was perfect for us. We booked a spot at 7pm on a summer night, so the sun was still out and the temperature was perfect. We brought our own fizzy drinks, were given biscuits, and our gondolier was wonderful! (I want to say it's Ivano.) He was funny and knowledgeable and sang beautifully -- which, according to him, took a lot of practice [insert laughing emoji]. We compared notes on our Providence facts, since I also tell visitors the story of the Gaspee, and he offered some details I didn't know. Bravo! The 40 minutes flew by, but I think it was a worthwhile experience! read more

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From the jump start with the introduction and the light music, it was a great experience. The night turned out perfect. Thank you!

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Christine A.

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touch. We had our own drinks and they provided glasses. They have drinks available also though. Highly recommend this experience. It was sad to see some trash in the river but overall a great way to see that piece of Providence. +3 1 Maria Vestal 11 reviews·4 photos a week ago NEW Absolutely best thing we did in Providence! It gave us both a little bit of what we loved. Me.. the history and my boyfriend found a common interest with our gondolier, Gennaro and enjoyed that conversation! The water was calm and the ... More Jeffrey Stevenson 56 reviews·34 photos 2 months ago We learned of the La Gondola in Providence from a TV series called Providence. Looked it up as we were looking for a late summer trip. The web site was easy to use. It was very informative. We were able to schedule a Sunday appointment ... More +4 gondolari.com https://www.gondolari.com La Gondola Providence Authentic Venetian gondolas in the heart of Providence! Take a boat tour along the Providence and Woonasquatucket rivers aboard one of our gondolas. Make a Reservation FAQs Products Our Gondolas LGP Foundation Meet Our Team LGP in the Media gondolari.com https://www.gondolari.com ' testim... Testimonials | La Gondola reviews | 5-star TripAdvisor attraction " What a magical night in Venice! That is how we felt as we glided at dusk down the Providence River with Gondolier Marcello and accordion player Maria. A ... People also ask What's a gondola ride? Who drives a gondola? How do gondolas work in Venice? Where does the name gondola come from? Feedback Web results Facebook · La Gondola Providence 4.1K+ followers La Gondola Providence | Providence RI (401.421.8877) for 20% off your gondola gift certificates. A gift certificate for a gondola trip is the perfect gift for your favorite people - give the gift ... 4.9(197) People also search for RISD Museum reviews Providence River Boat Company... Providence Children's Museum r... Waterplace Park reviews Museum of Natural History an... Rhode Island State House rev... Prospect Terrace reviews Experience Rhode Island Tou... Feedback Web results Groupon https://www.groupon.com ' biz La Gondola, 1 Citizens Plz, Providence, RI Like their traditional Italian cousins, the gondolieri at La Gondola are well-versed in the songs and stories that made these boat rides an institution in the ... 4.9(10) TripHobo https://www.triphobo.com ' places La Gondola Providence, Inc., Providence | Ticket Price | Timings La Gondola Providence, Inc. 4.818 Votes Currently Open. Address: 1 Citizens Plz, Providence, RI 02903 ... Visit Rhode Island https://www.visitrhodeisland.com ' ... La Gondola | Providence, RI 02903 Want to enjoy an authentic Venetian experience in the heart of Providence? Take a journey with us along the Providence Riverwalk and see the sights of the ... Trip.com https://us.trip.com ' attraction ' la-... Reviews of La Gondola Providence, Inc. Latest travel itineraries for La Gondola Providence, Inc. in September (updated in 2023), book La Gondola Providence, Inc. tickets now, view 2 reviews and 7 ... 5.0 · Review by _We***95 Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau https://www.goprovidence.com ' la... La Gondola Want to enjoy an authentic Venetian experience in the heart of Providence? Take a journey with us along the Providence Riverwalk and see the sights of the ... People also search for La gondola providence reviews tripadvisor La gondola providence reviews groupon La Gondola Providence discount code Gondola ride Massachusetts Gondola ride Boston Gondola di Venezia Boston Page Navigation Christine Ann Local Guide·24 reviews·2 photos just now NEW It was a beautiful and a romantic moment. Our Gondolaier Ronaldo, (I am not confident if I have the name right, but know I am close lol). He was absolutely amazing!!!! His singing made the moment so romantic. This was my first time but would definitely recommend him. The time we went was perfect, (4:55) on a waterfire night. When we was on our way to the dock the waterfire was starting. So you can say it was a perfect night, until we got lost there and back from the car. read more

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What a wonderful experience! Seeing the city at dusk was breathtaking. Our gondolier Nikola was very friendly, very engaging and did a great job. He talked with us about sights and sounds, answered all of our questions and did his best to ensure we had a great time! We brought along champagne and the hosts provided and iced holder and stemware for the ride. Take the time to do this. You won't regret. read more

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What a beautiful scenery! I am from UT and was very excited to explore this place out with a date of mine!! When we arrived I sort of wish that they had a sign pointing to where the entrance is cause I had entered the building but overall what a wonderful experience, our guide knew when we wanted conversation with him or when we just wanted quiet time to ourselves. I will absolutely adore this place. The singing from our guide also was top knot. 100% would recommend read more

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This was a magical experience. The music, the river, and the fires are unworldly and not to be missed. read more

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It was a great night in every way. Weather was perfect & we had a fun ride with Marcelo & enjoyed his song selections. We love to celebrate our anniversary this way. read more

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Genero was amazing great information on Providence the history behind the gondola and serenaded! Highly recommend !

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Such a fantastic mini tour of Providence! A friend of mine and I arrived in Providence with no plans and found this place upon a good search. They were able to actually get us in with only an hour notice which was amazing. We got a mini tour as we went down the river which included a bunch of great history and stories. The little cookies and drinks provided were a nice touch and after we drove for 5 hours that day, was the perfect way to kick up our feet and relax.. The Gondelier sang for us a few times which was awesome! If you are in providence, the price for 2 people and the experience make it a never-forget hour of your trip. Would recommend to anyone! read more

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I've been to Italy but not Venice. I have never been on a gondola before, it was such a fantastic experience! Truly wonderful. Any stress I had from the week before melted. It was so much fun. The mandolin player was fantastic and so was the gondolier. Can't recommend it enough for a romantic relaxing evening. read more

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Awesome experience with our gondolair, Ivano. He was friendly, engaged in conversation with my group, yet was too intrusive as to let us enjoy the experience. We enjoyed bringing a picnic basket of grapes and sliced cheese to go along with our byob wine too. I'd recommend waterfire full lighting ride as a romantic experience for two. read more

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Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful. Our gondolier was very knowledgeable of the area, answered all our questions and had a great singing voice. Beautiful views of the riverfront area - all in all it was a great experience. read more

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This was a wonderful experience. The gondola is an authentic gondola from Venice and the young man who paddled the boat was delightful. He even sang some beautiful Italian arias for us. I highly recommend! read more

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Our gondolier Tomas gave us the greatest experience! Would recommend this experience to anyone interred read more

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Took a moment to be a tourist in my own home, and I will absolutely be back! We were greeted by our friendly gondolier, Julia, at the dock were she opened our wine and got us some of the house wine biscuits (they are vegan and phenomenal!) The whole gondola experience was beautiful and relaxing and Julia enchanted us with her phenomenal voice along the way. This is a MUST for tourists and locals alike! read more

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This is a priceless experience. Everything was perfect and perfectly romantic. Even if you're not into romance, it's an experience of a lifetime. My sweetheart even found a message in a bottle. Thank you Marcelo, Marlin and Gepetto. read more

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It was a great experience! The people here are very nice and welcoming, and it was such a unique experience being able to ride on a gondola and just take in the sunny environment while being on the water. read more

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By far the best gondola I've ever sat in. No but seriously, our gondolier whose name I unfortunately can't recall but want to say Marcello but maybe not was capable, a great singer, and an even better conversationalist, and gave great information about the city as well as his own history gondoliering (possibly not a word). A+ recommend, especially couples looking for a cute date and/or gondola enthusiasts. read more

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Highly recommend! Our Gondolier was friendly and talented. Beautiful views of the city. A must do!

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1500 Fifth Ave S
Naples, FL 34102
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La Gondola Providence offers trips on our authentic Venetian gondolas along the refinished Riverwalk in Providence, RI. We pride ourselves on providing an experience that is tailored to every party that we have on board, be it a couple looking for a romantic trip to celebrate a special occasion, a bus tour breezing through on a whirlwind tour of the city, or anyone in between. La Gondola - for lovers, for families, for everyone!

History

Established in 2007.

Gondolas have been operated in Providence, RI since 1997, and our founder, Matthew "Marcello" Haynes, started rowing here in 1999. Having rowed for his former employers for eight summers during college and on summers off from his teaching position, Marcello then purchased the company from them in 2007, and La Gondola Providence was born. Marcello left teaching in 2010 to focus on the development of La Gondola as THE thing that everyone HAS to do when they visit Providence, and that is the goal we strive toward to this day and beyond.

Meet the Business Owner: Marcello H.

Marcello has been a gondolier in Providence since 1999, having started the summer after joining the crew team at Lehigh University. After saying "the right word at the right time" looking for a summer job, he received the opportunity to train to be a gondolier. Becoming a teacher after college, Marcello kept rowing over the summer, and purchased the company from his former employers in 2007. He left teaching in 2010 to focus on creating an experience that is, he hopes, the one thing that everyone must do when they visit Providence, be that as a local or as a tourist.

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Hands down worst company, staff misguided us inexperienced. They don't have a clue what's going on…read moreand told us to wait at the wrong spot only to miss our boat. After us missing it, they tried telling us it was our fault meanwhile they gave us the wrong information on timing and where to go.

Naples Princess

(136 reviews)

Fun date activity if your goal is to relax and actually chat! The drinks were good, the staff was…read morefriendly, and the ambience was really chill. I purchased my ticket on Groupon, and it was definitely worth the price for what we received. A great option for something different to do!

Excellent ship - clean & modern Very safe and…read moreprofessionally run. Great captain and staff. The sunset cruise was magic. The food was not - it was horrible. It was sold as a dinner cruise - but they called it a "heavy hors d'overs" meal but it was pretty lousy. Real crappy stuff. Go for the cruise - don't go for the food. Also, the cash bar was expensive.

Naples Water Tours

(45 reviews)

Amazing private boat tour around Naples with Captain Chris. The pontoon is perfectly sized for six…read morepeople. When you arrive at their address, look for the little shack and picnic table where you can wait. Parking can be tricky, but if you're lucky, the dental office valet may hook you up. We did the 1.5 hour option, which was perfect for us, my in-laws, and our two little ones. Saw the mansions of Port Royal, some dolphins, and then jumped off in Hatch Cove on Keewaydin island for some shell collecting. Captain Chris was fun and knowledgeable. For the price, it's much better to get a small private boat like this over the big boats. Much better experience!

We've taken several boat rides over the past years on vacation and this was the best. Perry helped…read moreus to see many dolphins and even an iguana. He was very knowledgeable about the birds and other wildlife. We came back with some beautiful shells from Keyweedin Island. He also gave us some history on the beautiful homes on the water and life in Naples. He can tell you the best resturants too. Highly recommend this company.

Go Cats On The Water

(14 reviews)

Had a great time, did the 1:15 hour trip as we brought my folks, who are in their late 80s, and…read moreweren't sure how it would go for them. JT our guide was Amazing, and I admire his patience with some of the boat drivers. Boats are fun, stable, and easy to drive. 'My folks had no problem driving their own boat. You stay relatively dry considering your plowing through waves 6" off the water. Little sandbar stop for pics was a nice touch. Next time we'll take the longer ride.

Amazing day on the water with Rich from Go Cats! I'd highly recommend these guys and ask for him…read more So fun!

Naples Boat Tour

(1 review)

SO so so much better than Tin City!!! Seamless, convenient, easy onboard and return. Equipment in…read moreperfect shape and...nice people...all around tip top.

Boat Naples

(11 reviews)

Cedrick piloted our family to a great sunset cruise out of Marco. Our granddaughters got to see a…read morefew dolphin as well as the beautiful homes of Marco from the water. A very enjoyable and affordable cruise!

Capt. Sondi was great! It was a beautiful night for sunset and she gave out interesting info along…read morethe way

Sweet Liberty Catamaran Sailing & Boat Tours

(67 reviews)

Had another great sunset sailboat cruise on Sweet Liberty. Captain and crew were laidback,…read morefriendly, helpful (jumping up to help take great pictures whenever someone was trying to get a selfie pic, etc.) and knowledgeable about the sights and animals of Naples, Royal Harbor, the Gordon River and the Gulf. The captain was even a marine biologist and shared his interesting observations to keep things lively the whole trip. It's a great deal since it's BYOB and snacks so no extra costs to fully enjoy your time on the water.

Fabulous evening sailing on the sweet liberty! It was a beautiful night. The scenery was gorgeous…read moreand we had a perfect sunset! Captain and crew did an amazing job.!! Highly recommend

La Gondola

(8 reviews)

Such a fun experience! We went for the last trip out of the day and it was as a delightful and…read morepeaceful ride on the water. Oh and the singing as we went under the bridges was so incredible!

A great relaxing way to enjoy the water in Naples! Marcelle entertained us with hi wonderful voice…read moreas we gracefully passed through the mangroves and harbor.

SW Florida Boat Tours

(2 reviews)

We all went last night for the sunset cruse was very nice and the staff was very good . Great night…read morefor the cruse and dinner after woods for some sea food ..

Our sunset cruise with Captain Dom was wonderful. Our grandchildren had come in to see us after…read morevisiting Orlando and after the boat ride said this was the best part of their vacation. Would highly recommend.

Naples Waterway and Wildlife Tours

(8 reviews)

I highly recommend it next time I visit the Naples Area water way it's worth it and great price for…read more2 1/1 hrs

We had the most amazing time with captain Stephen and co captain Sandy! He went out of his way to…read moremake sure we had the most amazing experience and drove us to the boat vendors to get ice cream on our way back. Highly highly recommend!! We will be back!

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Seth G.

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2 years ago

My wife and I recently enjoyed a beautiful gondola ride around the waterways of Providence, RI, with La Gondola, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and a delightful bag of Italian pastries. Our private boat, expertly guided by a skilled gondola rower, made for an amazing experience. Adding to the magic, we had a talented musician playing the mandolin, whose melodies perfectly complemented the tranquil atmosphere. The gondola rower was incredibly knowledgeable, providing us with an informative tour around Providence. He even serenaded us with a few Italian songs,. One of the highlights of our experience was the exceptional customer service. I had forgotten about a gift certificate I wanted to use, and the owner went above and beyond to apply it after the fact, making the entire process hassle-free and pleasant. Overall, our gondola ride with La Gondola was an absolute pleasure. The combination of picturesque scenery, excellent service, and charming entertainment made it a truly memorable evening. I highly recommend La Gondola to anyone looking for a unique and delightful experience in Providence. read more

Osahon I.

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2 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of enjoying the La Gondola experience, and it was truly unforgettable. From the moment we boarded the gondola, it felt as if we had been transported to Venice. The gondolier was knowledgeable, sharing interesting stories about the history and tradition of gondolas, all while navigating the serene waters with ease. The ambiance was incredibly romantic. It was the perfect setting for a special evening, whether you're celebrating an anniversary or just looking for a unique and intimate night out. The service was top-notch, with the gondolier paying close attention to every detail, making sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Overall, I highly recommend the La Gondola experience for anyone looking to add a touch of romance and elegance to their evening. It was a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, and I can't wait to go back! read more

Lucy C.

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7 years ago

We booked a tour in the late afternoon after a day touring RISD as a possible school for our daughter. The gondola ride was a wonderful way to relax after walking all around campus. I knew my Italian husband would appreciate the musical aspect of this boat ride but our gondolier Guiseppe outdid himself. What a beautiful voice and it brought back memories of my Italian father in law who had quite a voice himself. As a past student at RISD it was wonderful for me to hear the history of how the city of Providence has evolved since the time I attended school here. So much information and I think what stands out about the La Gondola ride is that you interact with your gondolier. We had a lot of questions and conversation with Guiseppe and he was knowledgeable and engaging. It was not just a flat narrated program but really felt personal. Very fun, and I would highly recommend it. read more

Jim V.

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4 years ago

This is one of the best, and most authentic experiences one can have in Providence. Real gondolas! Real Gondoliers! Real experience! We had Marcello, who took us on a beautiful journey down the river and out into the open water of the inner harbor, and back again. We had the amazing experience of passing another gondolier, where Marcello and other gondolier sang an Italian duet under the bridge for full effect. Marcello also took us up the "tunnel" on our return, and sang a stunning Italian aria that left me with goosebumps and tears of joy in my eyes. Such a passionate experience. I took my sister for her birthday, and it was extra! Love La Gondola and it is not to be missed if you are visiting Providence, RI. I live in Providence and have been on gondola rides before, but no two are the same and every one beats the one before. Its a must!!! read more

Jen R.

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8 years ago

I was nervous to go on a Gondola ride because I sometimes experience motion sickness and was unsure how rocky the ride would be. But Erika at La Gondola sent me an email ahead of our trip reassuring me the ride was not rocky at all. She did not exaggerate! Our Gondolier, Gennaro was awesome! He helped me, my Husband, our toddler son and our dog get into and out of the Gondola. He told us all about the Gondolas, the company, the City and even made suggestions for restaurants. He sang some beautiful Italian songs and has a lovely voice. My Husband and I enjoyed some wine in beautiful glasses provided by La Gondola (they give you souvenir glasses as well) along with delicious cookies made with wine! I HIGHLY recommend taking this amazing and SMOOTH ride when you visit the area. We will definitely be back again! read more

Andrew K.

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2 years ago

La Gondola turned our special moment into an absolutely unforgettable one. I recently planned a proposal with them, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. Tamas, our gondolier, was warm and personable, with a beautiful singing voice and Christine's violin playing was the perfect complement. It felt like we were in our own private world, where time stood still, and love was all that mattered. La Gondola's exceptional service and attention to detail made the evening flawless. It was a dream come true, and one we'll cherish forever. We can't wait to return for other special occasions. If you're looking to create a truly romantic and memorable moment, La Gondola is simply perfect! read more

Sharon L.

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7 years ago

Loved the La Gondola rive experience. Our gondolier, Giuseppe, was very personable, interesting and informative as a very talented romantic singer! Amazing voice which brought me to tears as i was so moved. He also sang our wedding song "Fly Me To The Moon" per request in advance of the trip, which was a delightful surprise for my husband! Next time i will hire the musician as well! I can't wait to go again! I'm so glad I listened to the advice of owner to go on a non fire water night if you are looking for it to be about you as a couple with romance! Over the top! Thanks, Sharon & Alan of Maine read more

Celeste C.

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2 years ago

so I booked this experience for my boyfriend as a surprise. we have been going thru a lot especially me with my health and I wanted to show him i appreciate him. we went to dinner first and had a nice night on the water. he had Giovanni which was amazing. it was very intimate and calm and it was something we needed. but I wish we had booked the light show one because it was dark out there and I think it would have been even more beautiful. but they check us in with no problem and we sailed away within 1"5minutes. I learned alil about providence from this experience. read more

Mae K.

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8 years ago

Amazing experience. We went in August for our anniversary, it was a rainy day but we decided to go anyways, they provided us with umbrellas to use but the rain stopped and we were so happy we didn't cancel. It's a very relaxing ride, we got to learn a lot about the city and the water fire and how they do it. We got to bring drinks with us and they provided us with cups and delicious biscuits. Our gondola driver had an amazing voice and was so nice, funny and personable and made us feel so comfortable. I would definitely recommend this for a special evening. read more

Calvin C.

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9 years ago

Why let the tourists have all the fun? We booked a ride a week or two in advance and were treated to a magnificent ride along the Providence River. Luciano has a baritone voice that will carry you from Rhode Island to Italy. His "Ave Maria" sung to us under the bridges - was like something out of a dream. If you live in Rhode Island - what are you waiting for? Pick a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Book a ride. Enjoy your own back yard, it is far more spectacular than you probably realize. read more

Jenn S.

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7 years ago

This was a first time ride with La Gondola even though we have lived in a Pvd all our lives. Marcello was AMAZING! Pleasant, knowledgeable and really into his business. My gf and I took this ride as an impromptu bday gift while we were dining at Cafe Nuovo. We had such a great time. We were serenaded and Marcello even sang Happy bday in Italian to me. I highly recommend taking this excursion. It's worth every penny. U get such an different and beautiful view of Prov. read more

Laine H.

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9 years ago

If you're visiting Providence this is a fun way to see the city! We had Giuliana and she taught us so much history as she rowed us down the river:). She was a sweetheart with the voice of an angel! You should definitely request her if that's a possibility when booking. The gondoliers sing under the bridges and when she sang we all fell silent, many of us with tears in our eyes, her voice is one of a kind. It was such a beautiful time! Definitely recommend! read more

Brittany Z.

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7 years ago

I purchased a package with La Gondola for my parents 30th wedding anniversary and they did not disappoint. My parents had the best time ever and can't stop talking about what a great experience it was. Their package came with two wine glasses and a photo - great keepsakes! Their gondolier, Rosario, made the occasion extra special for them, gave them a little more extra time on the river, and was very sociable and friendly. I highly recommend La Gondola! read more

Claire A.

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7 years ago

This special treat of a ride with La Gondola was a gift given to us by our children. My husband, myself, and another couple thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful calm water on the Providence River along with the great sites. Our gondolier, Nicola, even sang for us a few times and the mandolin player added to the occasion. Everyone associated with La Gondola did an awesome job. I highly recommend this experience whether you live in Rhode Island or out of state. read more

Laurie J.

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8 years ago

We haven't even gone on our gondola ride yet and I am already so impressed with this company! Guiliana was beyond accommodating and helpful with the booking process. Not only informative regarding our ride, what is provided and what we could bring, she was able to suggest activities and ideas for before and after our gondola experience! We are so looking forward to our time in providence and grateful for such excellent customer service!!! read more

Morgan S.

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7 years ago

We had the time of our lives on this gondola ride! Mariano was so kind, knowledgeable, respectful, and ensured we had a great time. The wine biscuits are out of this world and we enjoyed every moment. Marianno had an incredible singing voice and spent time answering our many questions about the city and the things we saw along the way. I am looking for excuses to go back to Providence and do this again and I would recommend it to anyone! read more

Lee K.

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5 years ago

Al was an amazing host! He was a great listener, great story teller, amazing singer, attentive, good picture taker, a born and raised local, and he reads book on the history?! **swoon** We could not be more impressed. As a couple that works in hospitality and customer service I can tell you it doesn't get better than this. From our hometown of Vegas lights to his boat was the best ride yet. Thank you sir for your passion and service! read more

Susan J.

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8 years ago

What a beautiful and different way to celebrate a special occasion, or to simply enjoy life! From start to finish, it was a joy. The boat was authentic and comfortable - larger than I imagined, the river and area is quaint and scenic and Juliana, our gondolier was delightful. And her angelic voice offering Santa Lucia under one of the bridges was truly a slice of heaven. Good job La Gondola, until we meet again...Ciao bella! read more

Giulianna G.

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7 years ago

What a great activity to do in Providence during an evening out and about! Our gondolier was Enzo and he was very knowledgeable about the city and its' history. Great ambiance, checking-in was very easy and the wine we brought was ready to go when we got onto the gondola along with some really tasty homemade wine biscuits. Would definitely experience again. Worth the trip if in the Providence area for sure, a very unique outing! read more

M.J. M.

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7 years ago

What a wonderful experience "La Gondola" provided! From booking, asking what our special occasion was (then tying it into our journey:), to letting us bring our libations and snacks and providing yummy red wine biscuits, to ROSARIO serenading us and sharing interesting facts and stories: FAVOLOSO!! You don't have to fly to Venice to experience such a romantic ride..... Providence's "La Gondola" is absolutely amazing!!! read more

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