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Elegant black Venetian gondola with blankets and flowers set up beside a stone waterfall in a pool, perfect for event decoration or photo prop rental.

We Rent Gondolas: Bring the Romance of Venice to Your Event

Transform Your Event with a Touch of Venice

“Gondola! Gondola! Gondola for rent!”

There’s nothing quite like the timeless charm of a Venetian gondola to make an event unforgettable. In addition to our gondola rides in Coronado, we also offer gondola prop rental services that bring the magic and romance of Venice straight to your venue. Whether you’re planning an elegant wedding, a glamorous Venetian masquerade, or filming a romantic Italian scene, our handcrafted gondolas deliver beauty, authenticity, and storytelling power unlike anything else.

Elegant black Venetian gondola on display at an Italian festival with red carpet and Venice-themed backdrop, perfect for event décor or photo opportunities.

Perfect for Any Italian-Themed Celebration

A Venetian gondola rental for event use instantly elevates any Italian-inspired occasion. Imagine your guests stepping into a world of romance, complete with soft lighting, masks, music, and the unmistakable silhouette of a gondola. Our gondolas are perfect for:

  • Italian-themed parties and festivals
  • Masquerade balls and elegant receptions
  • Romantic galas or corporate events
  • TV, film, or photo productions

Venetian gondola for rent displayed as a decorative centerpiece on a golf course event in Palm Springs Coachella Valley.

Endless Inspiration for Your Event

A gondola isn’t just a boat, a life size gondola prop for hire transforms any space into something cinematic, elegant, and deeply memorable. Here are a few creative ways to use one:

1. Venetian-Inspired Events

Turn your next corporate gala or brand activation into a scene from Venice. A gondola adds sophistication and surprise, perfect for themed networking mixers or grand product launches.

Venetian-style gondola for rent docked at a peaceful private lakeside pier surrounded by scenic hills in San Diego.

2. Romantic Centerpiece for Weddings

Few backdrops are as romantic as a gondola. Use one as a photo booth, a Prosecco bar, or a statement piece for your reception.

Elegant Venetian gondola rental used as a wedding and party decoration prop in San Diego.

3. Perfect Prop for Film and Photoshoots

Directors, stylists, and photographers love the detail and authenticity of a gondola for film/photoshoot projects. Whether used for a fashion editorial, commercial, or music video, a gondola brings an instantly recognizable Venetian flair that adds production value and visual drama.

Model dressed as a bride posing on a Venetian gondola rental prop for a wedding photo shoot in San Diego.

4. Themed Parties and Festivals

Planning a Venetian masquerade, or Italian wine festival? A gondola instantly sets the scene. Decorate it with string lights and velvet cushions, and transport your guests to St. Mark’s Square without the jet lag.

Venetian gondola prop rental used as a decorative display at the USS Midway Museum event in San Diego.

5. Floating Elegance for Outdoor Spaces

If your venue includes a lake, pond, or large pool, imagine your guests gently drifting across the water on a traditional gondola; the ultimate romantic touch. 

Gondola for rent gliding across a peaceful private lake surrounded by scenic hills and greenery in San Diego.

About the Gondola

Every gondola we rent is handcrafted in traditional Venetian style — sleek, elegant, and built for visual impact. Perfect for both decorative and interactive use, our gondolas are easy to transport and set up.

Specs:

  • Flat bottom
  • Row boat
  • 30’ long
  • 5’ wide
  • 1200 lbs
  • Transported on a boat trailer

Gondola rental prop for photo shoot and fundraiser event in San Diego — elegant Venetian-style decoration for parties and special events.

How We Get It To You

The gondola will travel by boat trailer. It can be launched into any bay, lake, pond, pool etc. by trailer it there is a launch ramp or gentle slope. The Gondola can also be moved from the trailer to a stage or the ground by hand, with a forklift, or a crane.

Gondola rental being launched from a truck trailer into the water with gondolier. Perfect for parties, events, and waterfront celebrations.

A gondola prop being hoisted by crane onto the Midway Museum for a wedding decoration.

Price:

The cost to rent a gondola for an event is determined by many factors. 

Considerations:

The following is a partial list of things that will help determing the feasability and the cost.

  • What will it be used for?
    • A decoration only; on land or in the water?
    • A photo opp that poeple will get in?
    • A gondola for short gondola rides?
  • How many people will attend the event?
    • How many people will potentially get on the gondola or go for a gondola ride?
  • Access?
    • Is there drive up access to the location?
    • Can the gondola travel on a dolly to the location?
    • Are there any stairs?
    • Are there any narrow pathways?
  • Water Access?
    • Is there a launch ramp or a gentle slope into the water?
    • Can a truck and trailer drive on the property to the water?
    • Is there a dock at least 12’ long with cleats to tie up?
    • What is the depth of the water?
    • Are there any obstacles, submerged fountain heads, irrigation, etc.?
  • Permits Required?
  • Time?
    • What is the distance from San Diego?
    • When can the gondola be placed and retrieved?
    • Does the timing and distance require and overnight stay?

Price: Starting at $4500

Gondola displayed on grass with striped poles in La Jolla, San Diego, California for a Italian themed party fundraiser.

We Bring Venice to You

Our gondola prop rental team can deliver and set up your gondola anywhere in the U.S., from lakeside estates to studio sets. Whether you want an interactive experience or a breathtaking display, we make it seamless, professional, and unforgettable.

Make a Lasting Impression

A gondola tells a story of love, craftsmanship, and tradition — and now, it can be the highlight of your event. Let The Gondola Company bring the romance of Venice to your celebration, production, or creative project.

Black Venetian gondola displayed with a moonlit Venice backdrop and red carpet setup for an Italian-themed event or photo booth rental.

Written by: Charity Gypster

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