Television personality explores the canals of Venice

No trip to Venice is complete without a gondola ride. While it is a quintessential tourist experience, gliding silently through the city's narrow canals offers a unique perspective you simply can't get on foot. The official rates for a 30-minute ride are set, but be sure to agree on the price and duration with the gondolier beforehand. For a more budget-friendly alternative, consider taking a traghetto, a large gondola used by locals to cross the Grand Canal at various points where there are no bridges. It's a quick, cheap, and fun way to get a taste of the gondola experience.