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Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour
About this experience
Cruise through Venice’s culinary heart with a food tour in Cannaregio and explore its hidden gems, like the historic Jewish Ghetto. Experience a progressive lunch or dinner that takes you through the diverse styles of Venetian cuisine. Venice is so much more than beautiful canals: escape the crowded tourist spots and wonder through quieter alleys, where the true essence of Venetian life unfolds, cicchetti and all. As you savor each dish and drink, uncover the centuries-old influences that have crafted the distinct flavors of Venice.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 15min
Visit a historic Venetian bakery and street food shop, serving locals since 1905. Here, we’ll taste a classic mortadella, pesto and buffalo mozarella pizza.
Stop 2 · 45min
Enjoy a glass of DOCG Prosecco paired with two traditional Venetian bites: a savory meatball and polenta topped with shrimp in saor, combining local flavors with a sparkling touch.
Stop 3
Take a panoramic stroll through Cannaregio, exploring the charming Ponte Chiodo, Venice’s only bridge without railings, and the historic Misericordia. Enjoy picturesque canals, quiet alleyways, and the authentic Venetian atmosphere.
Stop 4
As the world's first ghetto, it remains an indelible symbol of resilience and the complex interplay of diverse communities in Venice.
Stop 5
Pass through Venice’s Jewish Ghetto at Campo de Gheto Novo, one of the oldest in Europe. Explore its historic streets, learn about its rich cultural heritage, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this historic Venetian quarter.
Stop 6 · 45min
Cozy Venetian bacaro where you will enjoy a spritz-making demo, learning about its history. Sip on a classic spritz and taste two traditional cicchetti, tiny sandwiches with codfish & sadrines or shrimp in saor.
Stop 7 · 20min
From November to February, end at Pasticceria Nobile and get ready for a Tiramisù, the most famous Italian dessert.
Stop 8 · 20min
From March to October, close the tour with a creamy, fresh gelato.
What’s included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Savor classic cicchetti (Venetian tapas) paired with a glass of local DOCG prosecco or regional wine
- Experience aperitivo culture with a spritz experience, while tasting two traditional cicchetto.
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- 6 authentic food tastings and 2 local drink tastings, featuring spritz and prosecco
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Small-group Food Tour(10 pax)
Taste six stops of cicchetti, spritz and prosecco while wandering Cannaregio's backstreets and the historic Jewish Ghetto. Duration: 3 hours
Upgrade to a Private Food Tour
Taste your way through Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto's, with a guide and pace dedicated to your group only. Duration: 3 hours
Meeting & pickup
- Your guide will be waiting for you by the well in the center of the square, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
End point
- This is the endpoint from November to March.
- This is the endpoint from March to October.
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- 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
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.