Uncommon Venice: Hidden Gems, Rooftop & Prosecco

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Uncommon Venice: Hidden Gems, Rooftop & Prosecco

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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English
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Discover Venice's hidden charm on a 2.5-hour walking tour. Explore quaint areas, savor artisanal treats, and enjoy prosecco on a secluded rooftop with Grand Canal views. Small group experience.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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Experience Details

Escape the crowds and experience a more authentic side of Venice on this 2.5-hour small-group walking tour. Explore quiet neighbourhoods, historic streets, and generations-old artisan workshops where Venetians still live and work.

Along the way, taste artisanal chocolate, meet local makers, and uncover the city’s rich cultural traditions. Finish with an exclusive highlight—prosecco on a private rooftop terrace overlooking the Grand Canal, offering views few travellers ever get to experience.


Highlights

- Enjoy exclusive access to a Venetian palace rooftop with stunning Grand Canal views

- Escape the crowds and discover hidden neighbourhoods and local life

- Visit family-run artisan workshops and learn traditional crafts

- Indulge in prosecco and artisanal chocolate tastings

- Experience Venice in a small group for a more relaxed, personal feel

What You Get

Visit local, family-run workshops and meet skilled artisans
Taste artisanal chocolate and discover its Venetian roots
Enjoy exclusive access to a private palace rooftop overlooking the Grand Canal
Additional food and drink
Tips and gratuities for your guide

Good To Know

  • Can dietary requirements be accommodated? Yes, a variety of dietary needs can be accommodated, including vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, and gluten-free (non-celiac) diets. Please be sure to advise in advance.
  • How much walking is involved in this tour? This tour involves approximately 4km of walking. at a relaxed pace. Due to the route and venues visited, this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • What is the group size for this tour? To ensure a more personal and enjoyable experience, shared tours are limited to a maximum of 10 participants.
  • What are the requirements for private tours? Private tours require a minimum of 2 participants, offering a more tailored and flexible experience.
  • Is this tour suitable for children? Yes, this tour is suitable for children aged 6 years and above, making it a great option for families.
  • Is there anything special included? Yes — you’ll enjoy exclusive rooftop access, a unique spot that’s usually closed to the public.

What You’ll Experience

1

Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto

Start near the iconic Rialto Bridge and step away from the crowds into the quieter, more authentic side of Venice.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Rialto Market

Explore Venice’s historic market and pass its oldest specialty food shop, where locals still shop for fresh produce and spices. Then taste artisanal chocolate and learn how Venice helped popularise this indulgence, including a traditional spiced chocolate drink.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Campo Santa Marina

Pause in a peaceful square linked to Marco Polo and discover a quieter side of Venetian history.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Ex convento dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, ora Ospedale Civile di Venezia

See one of Venice’s most important historic buildings, known for its striking marble façade and long medical legacy. Then visit a traditional print workshop and see handcrafted stationery made using centuries-old techniques.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Fondamente Nove

Take in open lagoon views and spot San Michele, Venice’s island cemetery.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Church of Santa Maria Assunta ai Gesuiti

Step inside a Baroque masterpiece and admire artworks including pieces by Titian. After discover a lively local hub set in a former monastery, where culture, community and daily life come together.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Campo Do Pozzi

Walk past historic wells and learn how Venice’s unique rainwater system supported the city for centuries.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Campo Santa Sofia

See everyday Venetian life unfold, from school runs to quick gondola crossings, before ending with prosecco on an exclusive palace rooftop overlooking the Grand Canal—a view few visitors experience.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto, Campo San Giacomo di Rialto, Venezia Città Metropolitana di Venezia Veneto, Italy, IT, 30125

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In front of the San Giacomo di Rialto Church. The guide will be waiting with the UA sign unde the large clock of the church.
End Point

Campo Santa Sofia, Venezia Città Metropolitana di Venezia Veneto, Italy, IT, 30121

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Campo Santa Sofia

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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based on 18 reviews
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Get off the beaten path
September 03, 2026

Irene was the guide and she was great. Lots of local history and walks through non-crowded, non-tourist neighborhoods. Got a good feel of Venice and its geography as well. Highly recommend

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Custom private tour
September 02, 2026

This extraordinary tour by Ludo, a local born in Venice provided a unique look at the local culture and community as well as the history of the city.

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Fabulous experience!
August 25, 2026

Fabulous experience with Carmella, taking us around the local and less known about places in Venice - fish market, recommended restaurants, chocolatier, shops, one of the few rooftop terraces acces...read more

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Recommend this tour to discover the local Venice.
August 22, 2026

This was a wonderful tour showing us the local side on Venice. Our guide Irene was full of knowledge about the history and culture of Venice. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting.

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Best way to experience Venice
August 22, 2026

Giorgia was amazing! Extremely informative. Personable. Professional

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