A gondola ride can cost around 60-70 € for 45 minutes.
One way to experience and pay a lot less is using the gondola to cross from one side to the other of the Grand Canal, a trip of no more than 5 mins. This service runs until 2am and costs € 0.50 per person.
Things to do
The Rialto Fish Market is in an old building worth visiting.
Also in the places around there are plenty of bars specializing in "ciccletare" (tapas typical Venetian fish). Typically, especially on weekends, is to buy one of these wine bars and fish and take cover in the middle of the square from the sun.
In the neighborhood of San Marco, this restaurant has daily specials, typical Venetian prices between 9 and 12 €. The restaurant is on the first floor, overlooking the square. And good home cooking.
