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Small-Group Food-Tasting Walking Tour in Venice

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Giant snack ( cicchetti) found in Venice. One of the options of stops on the tour. Food tour in Venice, and some wine too.
Rialto market in Venice
Giant snack ( cicchetti) found in Venice. One of the options of stops on the tour. Food tour in Venice, and some wine too.
Local family owned pastry shop owner preparing our tastings. Food and wine tour Venice.
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Starts
Campo San Giacomo di Rialto
Languages
German, Japanese, English, Italian, French, and Spanish
Difficulty
Medium
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Discover the diverse and delicious world of Venetian cuisine beyond pasta and pizza on this food-tasting walking tour in Venice. This small-group activity offers an immersive culinary adventure that’s perfect for foodies and anyone seeking an authentic taste of Venice.

Begin your walking tour in Venice like a true local with delicious coffee and pastry. After this tasty start, you'll explore the city's dynamic food scene by visiting cozy wine bars. Enjoy traditional Venetian drinks paired with cicchetti, the city's famous small plates. Savor a variety of fresh fish dishes and local cured meats as you continue your culinary journey.

You'll then enter Venice's oldest bar to indulge in their renowned signature dish. As you stroll through the charming streets, treat yourself to traditional Venetian cookies and enjoy the unique atmosphere. To top it all off, you'll learn how to spot the finest gelato shops while sampling authentic Venetian gelato.

Explore charming bars, restaurants, and foodie hotspots while savoring local specialties. Reserve your spot now for this exciting food-tasting walking tour in Venice and indulge in authentic Italian flavors!

Embark on a delicious journey through the heart of Venice as you explore its culinary traditions on a three-hour small-group food and wine walking tour. Led by a passionate local guide, you'll discover authentic flavors and hidden gems that most visitors never find, making this experience truly unique.

Your adventure begins with a classic Italian coffee and a taste of Venice’s renowned pastries. As you wander through charming neighborhoods, you'll visit local markets, historic wine bars, and beloved restaurants, sampling at least 13 different Venetian specialties, including cicchetti, artisan gelato, and regional cured meats and cheeses.

Enjoy a sit-down lunch or dinner at a favorite local restaurant, where you’ll savor dishes like freshly caught fish, sarde in saor, and the special pasta or risotto of the day. Along the way, your guide will share captivating stories about Venetian food culture and the city’s rich culinary history, adding depth to each bite.

The tour is designed to ensure you leave satisfied, with plenty of food and wine included at every stop. With a maximum group size of 15, you’ll enjoy an intimate atmosphere and personalized attention. The experience is accessible for most travelers and operates rain or shine, so you can immerse yourself in Venice’s flavors no matter the weather.

Meet your guide at the designated point 15 minutes before departure to check in and get ready for a memorable exploration of Venice’s food scene. Tours are available in several languages, and dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice. Secure your spot now and treat yourself to an unforgettable Venetian feast—spaces fill quickly!

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Included

Expert Local Guide that will tell you stories and legends on each dish
cicchetti, food and wine is included in the price
Small group for intimate experience
Plenty of food : Tour guarantees you to be full as you can always ask the guide for more food
15 tastings with a nice sit-down dinner or lunch at a famous local restaurant
7 to 8 stops of bars and famous locally frequented restaurants

Destinations

Famous buildings, gondolas and monuments by the Rialto Bridge of Venice on the Grand Canal, Italy.Venice

Map

Attractions

Campo San Polo, Venezia-Murano-Burano, Venice, Venezia, Veneto, ItalyCampo San Polo

Options

Eat like a Venetian 5:45pm
On this 3 hour food tour, not only will you get to taste some amazingly delicious food, but also hear our guides tell you about stories of the delicacies as well as the ingredients that are used
Eat like a Venetian 11:45am
On this 3 hour food tour, not only will you get to taste some amazingly delicious food, but also hear our guides tell you about stories of the delicacies as well as the ingredients that are used
Eat like a Venetian 10:45am
On this 3 hour food tour, not only will you get to taste some amazingly delicious food, but also hear our guides tell you about stories of the delicacies as well as the ingredients that are used
Eat like a Venetian 11:15am
On this 3 hour food tour, not only will you get to taste some amazingly delicious food, but also hear our guides tell you about stories of the delicacies as well as the ingredients that are used
Eat like a Venetian 5pm
On this 3 hour food tour, not only will you get to taste some amazingly delicious food, but also hear our guides tell you about stories of the delicacies as well as the ingredients that are used
Eat like Venetian 10:45AM (2)
Eat like a Venetian 10:45am: (Infants are free if Infants must sit on laps and won't eat)
Eat like Venetian 11:15am (2)
Eat like a Venetian 11:15am: (Infants are free if infants must sit on laps and won't eat)
Eat like Venetian 11:45am (2)
Eat like a Venetian 11:45am: (Infants is free if infants must sit on laps and won't eat)
Gluten -Free Option

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
A maximum of 15 people per tour ( please read below for further information)
On Venetian and Italian national holidays, the only language we offer is English ( example dates are: May 1st, August 14 and 15, December 24, 25, 31, Jan 1 to Jan 7) .
We are currently experiencing exceptionally high demand for our tours, so the tour could have up to 19 people. If the number of participants are more than 15 people, we will compensate it by giving you more food and wine. If you show up and see that the tour is larger than the stated maximum, and are not happy with it, we are happy to process a refund. A refund can only processed and YOU DO NOT PARTICIPATE in the tour. No refund could be processed if you decide to participate half way or in the tour at all. This could be communicated to the guide on the day of. We try to send an email reminders out to every one in case our bookings are over 15, but because we are experiencing a massive influx of messages and calls these days, we might miss some of the communication. By booking this product, you agree to the term and conditions stated above
Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure
Children less than 3 years old are free of charge unless they would like to have food on the tour as well. Infants must sit on lap for this free option (no stroller could be bought on the tour for the free option else a regular rate applies). If the infant will be sharing food from the parents plate, we kindly ask that you pay for a child ticket on this tour because this tour guarantees every one to be full and well-fed, and we cant guarantee that to every one if this happens.
If your chosen language for the tour is not English, and the group at that time slot has less than 5 people total signed up, you would be joined with an English speaking group with a guide that speaks multiple languages including the language that you requested. If you would like an excursion with the guide speaks Italian, or French, or German, or Spanish for only your group, and your group is less than 5 people, it would be a private tour and surcharge will apply. Please message us in advanced if you would like to book a private tour option. Please note that all services and communication on holidays will be conducted in English.
This tour guarantees you to be well-fed ( full ) by the end of the tour. This is our guarantee to you to demonstrate how much food there is on the tour. This guarantee applies when you eat everything that is present to you on the tour, and still hungry at the end ( which so far, never happened). But incase it does, please tell our guide towards the end, and we will give you more food till you are full. If you have any dietary restriction ( no fish, no meat or gluten free etc. , for example, you need to tell us in advanced at least 24 hours before the departure time) else this term doesnt apply because the restaurant wont be able to accommodate the guests as well as they could without advanced notice
The tour operates rains or shines. If you do not hear from us, it means the tour is operating as normal and nothing is cancelled
If one person in the booking require wheelchair access, we suggest that this person have a ferry pass ( to be purchased seperaately)to cross the canal instead of using the bridge
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable
On Venetian and Italian national holidays, the only language we offer is English for our tours.
The orders of stops may change and the types of food, and wine changes by what s fresh at the market but the amount of food on offered is always the same

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