Gondola Getaway

Had the pleasure of experiencing this getaway yesterday with friends. Our gondoliers, think he was Kyle was very informed on the canals and history. Pointed out interesting and historic homes. He grew up here and loves his job and singing. We went with a group and all the gondolas stopped under a bridge to sing, amazing experience! Kyle sang Frank Sinatra. Another gondolier sang Santa Lucia! You can bring food and beverages. Don’t miss this fun day or evening experience! 55 min ride around the islands and canals with entertainment! Great vibe! Thanks gondoliers!

I have to say one thing awesome! Michael O'Toole and his staff are fantastic people. Our Gondolier Jake has a wonderful voice! it made my 7th date with my girlfriend A Night to Remember!

Review: Phenomenal Gondola Ride in Long Beach We had the absolute pleasure of taking a phenomenal gondola ride in Long Beach with Tommy as our guide—and this experience did not disappoint! It was our first time doing this activity, and it quickly became a highlight of our trip. Tommy was not only a skilled gondolier but also incredibly knowledgeable about the area. He shared fun facts, pointed out local landmarks, and even opened up a little about himself, which made the experience feel personal and warm. The ride was peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable. Whether you're visiting Long Beach or a local looking for something special to do, this is a must-try. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone who just wants to relax and enjoy something unique on the water. ✨ Best experience hands down. Don’t miss it!

This makes for a sweet and romantic date night❤️ our gondolier was awesome. We had such a great time and we found out that we can also have a family night and have pizza and look at Christmas lights. So we'll be doing that next time. You should definitely try this!

Used the message in a bottle add on to propose. Nice you can bring some champagne on board. Really cool staff. Beautiful tour as well! Special thank to jack our tour guide for the photos and the tour

What an amazing time! Was celebrating the 6 year wedding anniversary, and after being together for 22 years, trying to find new things to do is tough. Gentlemen, this is it! Josh, was our gondolier and did an amazing job. He was fun, knowledgeable and sung amazingly. It was everything I could have asked for and more. I just scored a home run with the wife! Thanks Gondola Getaway

Went out with 6 other couples and it was awesome!!! Eric and Micah were our gondliers and wow they can both sing. Such great narration through the canals looking at the Christmas lights. Thank you for making our “date nite” more memorable

On August 8, my friends and I went for a sunset gondola cruise to celebrate our 60th birthdays. We had an amazing experience. Our gondolier, Jack, was fun and engaging. It was a perfect day with a beautiful sunset. It was truly a memorable event. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I wanted to gift a ride to my niece and fiance for her engagement. I called on a Friday night for the same night reservation, left a message and I was surprised that they called me back shortly even with no available slots! So I called the next day, and had a gondola ride available. They loved it! Thanks for being a great Long Beach business and experience.

The customer service was exceptional- Kevin was so pleasant and helpful. Parking was a challenge but he made accommodations for me and another separate customer. Our person, Jake who took us on the tour was enthusiastic, entertaining, informative and gave positive vibes. The ride itself was comfy, and Naples itself was beautiful and the extras I purchased were spot on, who corks for with no fee! That was the cherry on top. I'm booking for December!

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

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!!

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.

I have worked with Gondola Getaways for our group tours for over 20 years and each experience has been wonderful!!! I truly appreciate the staff that handle our bookings. Joy and Sam are so kind and professional. I hope to continue to keep bring our patrons to them for years to come :)

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.

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.

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!

Jake was our gondolier. He did a fantastic job. Very nice one hour ride around the harbor. Please note parking is difficult and we recommend getting there 30 minutes early to ensure you can find.

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.

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

It was my wife's birthday, and she had the best time over there, with Nick at the helm, I requested that a Note be given to my wife and he was so smart with the surprise he pulled that even I myself was outsmarted, Big ups Nick!!!! Thank you so much, we will definitely return!!! 100/10

It was a wonderfully relaxing gondola trip. sunset was amazing ". Our Gondolier was amazing wit great information. Highly recommend .

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.

I surprised my husband with the Gondola ride for Father's day and he loved it. I also opted for the message in a bottle it was wonderful. From the moment we got there we were greeted with smiles. Our Gondolier's was Sam, he is the BEST! You can bring your own snacks and drinks on the Gondola. They provide the ice and bucket to keep your drinks cold. Thank you Gondola Getaway Long Beach for an amazing experience. We will definitely be going back. I'd give it more stars if I could.

What a fun experience!! I definitely did not expect it to be this fun! The whole experience was around 1 hour, which seems like a long time, but it passes by fast. The gondola goes through the canal and passes by tons of cool decorated houses (which normally people have to walk through). It's BYOB and you can bring food as well. We opted to bring a bottle of wine and charcutterie board. They have cups, speakers, blankets, and ice buckets available. There's a small parking lot next to the dock, which is very convenient and checkin was fast/easy. They also have snacks available for purchase and a bathroom! Overall I highly recommend this for couples or even friends/family since they can accomodate 6? people.

Although I rode these gondolas over 20 years ago, I had my daughter, her bf and my person included on this trip...so we treated it as our first time. Check-in was a breeze, everyone exuded friendliness and holiday cheer. When our gondola was ready, Micah greeted us, and had cannolis ready for us. Though extra charge, they were worth every bite, with a delightful crispness, light sweet filling, and a hint of lemon. Micah expertly navigated the canals, providing a smooth ride on the chilly but perfect evening. Armed with blankets, it made for a cozy experience, including our significant others Micah's wealth of knowledge about the canals' history and houses was a bonus to our night ride!. Despite living nearby and frequenting the canals, his insights were an extra treat. With 15 years of gondolier experience, Micah's passion shone through, making the night memorable. We're already planning a summer sunset ride and will definitely request Micah again; his singing was an amazing bonus! He has a rich voice and I was so happy to have a singing gondolier! Whether cruising the decorated houses at Christmas or enjoying a sunset canal ride, I highly recommend Gondola Getaway and specifically request Micah as your gondolier!

We had an incredible experience. Robert was our amazing gondola driver and he was so much fun. He even sang to us! We enjoyed wine, champagne and charcuterie during our gondola adventure. Definitely a five star event in the canals of Naples! Highly recommend!!!

What a wonderful way to see the holiday lights in Naples!! Tom was charming and professional. He tactfully aided us old folks into and out of the gondola, and skilfully guided it through canals that were inexplicably teeming with kayaks. He has a fantastic voice, and "Santa Lucia" under the bridge was breathtaking! This may become an annual tradition!

Giorno perfetto!!! Yes, it was a perfect day when my husband took me on my first ever Gondola ride around the waterways of Naples to celebrate our wedding anniversary along with my birthday...thank you my love! Who knew that tucked away in our pristine waters of Long Beach, throughout the Naples canals, was the perfect, romantic and absolutely lovely getaway on a Gondola? Our Gondolier, Tommy, was top notch wonderful!!! He shared the history of the beautifully manicured homes along the route, along with some funny anecdotes about his interactions with some of the interesting characters he's come across. He even rescued hubby's hat that got caught in a sudden burst of wind and went straight into the water- fast acting and quick reflexes- good looking out Tommy!!! I am so thankful for another beautiful experience with my husband traversing the canals of Naples. Truly it was a romantic getaway with the sites, the energy of the summer day, and the gentle wind keeping us moving freely (and of course Tommy expertly guiding us around the water). This is a wonderful hidden gem that we had no idea has been in our backyard for all of these years. Thank you, Gondola Getaway. Thank you, Tommy, for being an amazing Gondolier- truly this was a memorable experience, and we look forward to coming back again.

Great gondola ride with Tomas as the gondolier. You'll have a wonderful time. Arrive early to find the best parking.

This is a must do in Long Beach. Such a great experience. We loved learning facts about Naples and our gondolier was incredible. You won't be sorry!

We came to Gondola Getaway for my sister's surprise birthday party! This was a extremely hot summer day! I purchased our tickets and food online. The food is prosciutto and cheese. We decided to bring wine and crackers. This is an romantic and unique date experience . Looking for something different for an anniversary? This is something to consider. How about an retirement party? Why not.... Or just because life is to short! Rachel greeted me when I walked up and explained our tour which is a hour long tour. She also told me, there are blanks for our usage aboard the gondola if we got cold. Not in this heatwave. She asked if we needed to put anything on ice while we wait on our Gondolier to return. She had a relaxing vibe that affectionately welcoming. She is the best person for this job. Our Gondolier was Jos and he was amazing. Josh had our finger food and drink with cups in hand. We were a group of six. He is very well knowledgeable about the area. He has an amazing voice as he sang happy birthday to my sister under the bridge. Jos shared with us some of history of Naples Canal. As he rowed through the canals. He chatted with us as if we were good friends. We had our Italian music playing and some of the homeowner greeted us as he rowed through the canal. This was such amazing relaxing vibe. This is a highly recommended company for your gondola experience. You will not be disappointed. Thank you to the amazing team here! Parking is scarce. So I recommend you get arrival two hours before your launching time.

Great time. My girlfriend absolutely loved it. Our gondolier was very knowledgeable. She was blown away by the message in the bottle, it was the icing on the cake for her. She loved her 46th bday gift I gave her.

I was thrilled to find Gondola Getaway as an option for our wedding ceremony! We had a small group of 12 so the Carolina (which seats 14) was perfect for us! We all boarded and cruised over to the Colonnade where the ceremony was performed, then the officiant was picked up and we proceeded to finish the ride around the canals. Was a perfect day and such a special and romantic way to get married. Definitely recommend this as an option for your wedding!

On August 8, my friends and I went for a sunset gondola cruise to celebrate our 60th birthdays. We had an amazing experience. Our gondolier, Jack, was fun and engaging. It was a perfect day with a beautiful sunset. It was truly a memorable event.

Our gondoliers, Jake and Josh, were the absolute best. They made our trip even more special than it already was. While it was a joy to go down the canal and see really great houses, our gondoliers just made it so much better. Worth the money, awesome for a cool 1 hour ride with your friends! Bring extra drinks and snacks if you'd like. We felt really taken care of!

What a wonderful time. Jake was fantastic and really made it special for my wife and I.

A beautiful Tuesday evening was spent with donors and friends of Long Beach State University. Joshua James, one of our students was one of the gondoliers for the evening and he and the other gondolier were excellent. They had a lot of information to share and were both warm and hospitable to our guests. They could both really sing too! The only complaint that I have was that 50 minutes was just too short. We could have traversed through the beautiful canals for hours.

We trusted Gondola Getaway with celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary and they exceeded our expectations! Thomas and Sam were simply amazing, they were extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Gondola Getaway and if you are lucky to get Thomas or Sam, you are guaranteed to have a great time! Thank You Gondola Getaway and special shout out to Thomas and Sam!

My family and I had an amazing time in early Jan! We ordered the gondola for up to 10 people along with a pizza party. The pizza is from Long Beach's oldest Italian restaurant... Domenicos. The food was delicious, and we highly recommend this gondola package!!

Deff check it out. My wife and I showed up and were given a nice rose petal walk to our gondola. Our guide was the best. I'm sorry but I can remember her name but she was very informative and it was a perfect day out. Great place to come for a nice date before the date. Bring your drinks! Also offer your guides a drink!

I feel gyped considering half of the Naples holidays lights were shut off at 10:30pm which was our tour time. This company fails to mention that so our ride was quiet, pretty dark and uneventful. Our gondolier didn't say a word the whole tour. Not a single song sang or not even a nice conversation or explanation as we expected a traditional gondolier tour to go. I was so disappointed. My family and I made the best of it so we started playing music off our phone but yea, def not worth it especially if you're booking after 9pm. The "photo" they provide is taken on an iPhone 12, no flash, and you can't even see our faces in the photo. Lol what a joke. I hate wasting my money especially wasting $240 on an hour boat ride that we normally do on a regular night on a Duffy or on our paddle boards. It's funny how they expect a 20% tip on top of it all. Smh

Had a wonderful experience on 12/21 with our gondolier Tom! Due to the boat parade earlier in the evening, I placed our reservation for 9:30pm. My aunt bought the gift certificate, for my husband and I, 3 years ago when we got married. And I was able to easily schedule our ride over the phone for December. The price was a little higher than normal for the Christmas lights, but it was still amazing. Tom was very helpful when we got in and out of the boat. He was funny, friendly, and he shared lots of interesting information about the canal houses. He was patient with my questions about the area during the ride (I tend to talk more when I'm nervous - was initially worried the ride would feel awkward). Tom sang us a couple of pretty songs - Volare and I don't know the name of the other one. We even saw some pretty blue herons hanging out on the rafts with the lit up Christmas trees. I loved the complimentary photo we received too. We brought our own blanket (they also provide one if needed) and Prosecco, and we were given cups to use and a bucket for the alcohol. I really enjoyed looking at the houses and seeing all the people walking during the first half, and the latter half of the 50 minute boat ride was super pretty and peaceful. Thank you Tom for taking good care of us! Be sure to tip your gondoliers, they are fabulous and deserve all the praise and more!

What a nice way to enjoy a sunset and the lights around Naples!! My husband, two adult kids and I had a great experience with Tom as our gondolier he shared historical information about the area, stories, jokes and his amazing voice wow what a talent, towards the end of our ride he even picked a song he knew our daughter would be familiar with so she could sing along, love him! Thanks GG thanks Tom!!

Another missed adventure Because of bad planning. We just figured we'd be able to get on A gondola like nothing. . Well that's just not the way life works. Of course we had a specific time slot we needed to leave by. The a boat just happen to leave right when we got there. Next time ! The romantic couple did let us take a picture of them. I don't know if I should pray to God to become a better planner or if it's God's plan for me to save money . Either way, I'm still on a mission to do this.

We had a lovely time cruising the canal with our gondolier, Josh. What a fun way to spend an afternoon.

Our guide, Michaela, was amazing! The scenery and ride were wonderful as well! I highly recommend this!

Had a beautiful experience at Gondola Getaway! My husband surprised me with a gondola trip around Naples Island on a beautiful crisp evening this week. Our gondolier was Josh and he was pure joy! Josh knew so much about Naples Island, it's history, the homes, and residents. He serenaded us under a bridge and his song choice and voice were perfection. Making our way through the canals there was a beautiful sense of peace and quiet and tranquility. It truly felt as if we were somewhere far far away. As we made our way back to shore the sun was setting and the colors of the Christmas lights and sunset were glorious. If you've not been... give them a go.

We came here 23yrs ago on our first anniversary. Today is our 23rd! There's some truth in kissing under the bridges! Tonight was such a beautiful night! The sunset was GORGEOUS! Our Gondolier Sam was very nice and friendly. I added on the message in a bottle to our ride and it went over very well! I was afraid he wouldn't pick the bottle up outta the water at first, but he did. The ride itself is super peaceful and relaxing. Make a reservation for a ride and you will not be disappointed. Recommend 10/10!

We celebrated our anniversary. Rex was awesome. They play Italian music while you cruise and the whole experience left a smile on both our faces. Definitely worth checking out.

I wasn't sure what to expect but always wanted to do this. I was pleasantly surprised at all the houses that you see and everyone in their boats were very friendly and waving to us as we passed. Our gondolier was very informative and gave us a lot of information and tips. He's been to Italy as well and was able to tell us the differences. I wasn't disappointed and they gave us a picture as well, which was a nice surprise.

My husband surprised me on our 1 year anniversary by booking a sunset gondola ride in Long Beach. We brought appetizers and a bottle of red wine. The gondolier took us through the canals of Naples in Long Beach. He sang Italian songs and gave us background information on the canals and the gondolas. He told us it takes 6 years for a gondolier to learn how to row with one oar. We were on a official Italian Solondo which is small enough to go under the bridges. The other gondola was a two oar boat that was too tall to go under the bridges. In addition, he had been a gondolier for years and knew most of the residents we met on the way. Excellent experience and my husband surprised me with a message in a bottle that the gondolier found in the water very romantic 1 hour gondola ride through the canals in Naples Long Beach. I highly recommend

Omg where do I even begin? Best experience EVER. Our Gondolier was the best snd she sang us a beautiful Italian classic. I learned so much about Naples Island and it was such a beautiful day. We had the best views. I am so thankful I could experience this.

Yesterday, my date and I had the opportunity to experience the Naples Gondola getaway in Long Beach. My date had gone on the gondola getaway years ago and this was my first experience. The weather was perfect as we made the drive to Long Beach. As we checked in, we were greeted by a very hospitable employee who asked us if we needed to place and drinks on ice and walked us through the process. One of things I had to do was change our reservation from 5:30 to 6:00. I was surprised as it was a very busy Saturday evening when she advised that the gondolier would adjust his break time and accommodate us. In a world where customer service is lacking or nonexistent, this was a pleasant surprise. As we waited for our time slot to come up, we were entertained by a surprisingly good play mix. The music covered many genres, but the bulk of it was from the 70s and early 80s a bit of electric funk. My date and I really felt the music and the vibe and this aided for what was going to be a wonderful experience. Our gondolier was simply the best! His knowledge of the Naples area, and the Islands was unmatched, and he was able to provide specific information about the homes, their design, and also home real estate listings! If you're looking for a unique and romantic date, I would highly recommend the gondola getaway in Long Beach! checking in to having them chill or liquid refreshments to the experience gondola driver, it was an amazing experience.

We took a group of 14 on the Gondola getaway and we had an amazing time. The gondolier's were very professional, fun and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend it

This is an annual Christmas event for me. Professional, friendly & clean company. It is magical with the hokuday lights and decorations!

Sean was amazing. I ordered flowers and it was high quality. Definitely worth trying. He even sang to us and just perfect