Discover Venice Like a Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour

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What You’ll Experience
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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English
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Experience Venice through a local's eyes. Sip authentic wines, enjoy traditional Cicchetti, and cross canals via gondola. Explore Rialto and learn about its culinary secrets.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover magical Venice with a local by your side. Drink like a Venetian at some of our favourite and most authentic Cicchetti wine bars. Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry like the locals do and explore the heart of the city: Rialto. Taste flavoursome regional wines and mouth-watering local cuisine. Get the lowdown on Venice and discover the secrets of the iconic and oh-so-Italian aperitivo, vino in hand. This small group tour is limited to maximum 12 guests.

What You Get

Taste 7 Cicchetti dishes and 1 dessert
Stroll through the Cannaregio neighborhood, rich in history
Receive insider tips on the best local bars and eateries in Venice.

Good To Know

  • This tour offers a well-balanced gastronomic experience with Cicchetti dishes, featuring visits to local establishments. Please note that while the tour is suitable for vegetarians, lactose-free, and non-celiac gluten-free customers, some locations may not be able to accommodate all dietary requirements.
  • There may be a change of itinerary according to opening times of bars and restaurants along the way depending on how crowded they are. However, all the bars you are taken to are of the same standard, so you will not be missing out if the itinerary does change.
  • 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, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
  • You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

What You’ll Experience

1

Campo de la Maddalena

This tour introduces Venice’s history and cuisine, starting in a historic square with iconic chimneys and the masonic Round Church of La Maddalena.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Strada Nova (Pass By)

Next, we’ll wander down Strada Nova in Cannaregio, a lively street where you'll discover Venetian traditions, local shops, and daily life, offering a true taste of the city's charm.
2

Cannaregio

Continue exploring Cannaregio, Venice’s historic residential area, and discover its 1,000-year history while getting local tips for your stay.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Canal Grande

Then, we’ll take a traditional Traghetto gondola ride across the Grand Canal, just like the locals do, for a unique Venice experience.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Rialto Market

In Rialto, we'll stop at a local eatery where young chefs put a modern twist on traditional recipes, serving dishes like black ink calamari, polenta with seafood, and seasonal veggies.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Alla Fonda (Pass By)

We’ll visit a cozy bar run by two Venetian brothers passionate about locally sourced food and organic wines. You'll try a Tramezzino (local sandwich) and a Venetian Spritz.
5

Ponte di Rialto

Next, we’ll uncover hidden spots near Rialto, showing you the charm of stepping just one street away from the crowds to experience a quieter side of Venice.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

San Polo

Our next stop is a historic Cicchetti bar, where we'll dive into the tradition of Venice’s small plates. Try local dishes like cod prepared in two ways—let us know which one you prefer!
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Osteria Al Sacro E Profano

Next, we`ll stop at a bohemian bar owned by three musician brothers and enjoy local wines and fresh seasonal cicchetti.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Campo San Bartolomeo

The tour ends near the Rialto Bridge, where we'll taste Risotto, Lasagna, or Pasta, plus Tiramisu for dessert. Your guide will offer local tips and directions!
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Campo de la Maddalena, Venezia Città Metropolitana di Venezia Veneto, Italy, IT, 30121

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Infront of Church of the Maddalena on the Maddalena Square, Cannaregio, Venezia
End Point

Campo San Bortolomio, Venezia Città Metropolitana di Venezia Veneto, Italy, IT, 30124

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Campo San Bortolomio

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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