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Eat Like a Local: Venice 3-Hour Small-Group Food Tasting Tour

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Overview

Available languages

German
Japanese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

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Fall in love with Venice, through your 3-hour discovery of the gastronomic tradition of the city, through a uniquely designed small-group, walking food and wine tour of the lesser known places to tourists. With at least 13 tastings from well-known restaurants and bars to the locals, between sipping some glasses of wonderful local wines, and trying some of the best restaurants in Venice with the guidance of your expert foodie, you will also get to hear about its unique histories of what makes Venice a truly wonderful place.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

1

Mercati di Rialto

There are 8 stops on this tour with plenty of food to make sure you do not need breakfast nor lunch nor dinner. You will start your day with some coffee, like the Italians do. Venice has a tradition that goes a long way back in time in making tasty pastries, and you will get to try some of the heavenly delicious pastries that the Venetian has to offer. After your sweet tooth has been satisfied, stroll through some wine bars and savor typical Venetian drinks accompanied by the famous cicchetti with lunch or dinner and learn how each dish is created.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

San Polo

Take a step back in time by visiting the oldest bacaro in Venice with us. You will hear the story as to why this atmospheric wine bar is said to have been a favourite place of the legendary lover Giacomo Casanova while you taste some of their best selling ciccheti, local Venetian snack. The bar still retains its old-world charm with wooden beams, copper pots, and standing-only counters where locals and travelers mingle over traditional food

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Expert Local Guide that will tell you stories and legends on each dish

Cicchetti, food and wine is included in the price

7 to 8 stops of bars and famous locally frequented restaurants

15 tastings with a nice sit-down dinner or lunch at a famous local restaurant

Plenty of food : Tour guarantees you to be full as you can always ask the guide for more food

Small group for intimate experience

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Any foods and drinks not included in the tour

Options

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 Venetian 11:15am (2)

Eat like a Venetian 11:15am: (Infants are free if infants must sit on laps and won't eat)

Gluten -Free Option

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 11:15am

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 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 11:45am (2)

Eat like a Venetian 11:45am: (Infants is free if infants must sit on laps and won't eat)

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 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

Reviews

4.78

3,099 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Greta was a lovely host...

    Stephanie C,,Jan 4, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Greta was a lovely host and we enjoyed all the local bites, stories, and meeting our small group of others from many places around the world. Overall, a great way to sample the regional cuisine, get to know other travelers, and visit the city for an up close and personal view of Venice off the beaten path.

  • Will remember this experience

    Wander08828176923,,Jan 3, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    With Marianna as our guide we had the best start to our NYE! Our family of four with two teenagers absolutely loved this walking tour. Our small group (all Aussies by coincidence!) go along so well and we enjoyed tasting food around Venice, drinking wine and sitting down at a restaurant for pasta and fried fish. We were so full by the end of it and ready to wait for the fireworks! I recommend this tour and do it at the start of your stay so we know where to eat and drink - like a local! Thank you Marianna for sharing your stories and giving us an experience to remember forever.

  • The best tour and guide ever

    Daniel L,,Dec 31, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This was the best tour (food tour, Venice) , hands down I had ever been on, led by Marianna (hopefully I got that right). It felt personal, warm, funny, engaging, fascinating and many other superlatives by a tour guide that in our opinion is the best of all for one reason …. Genuinely themselves.

  • Fun excursion

    Kellie D,,Dec 30, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Excellent experience walking through Venice learning the hidden locations to eat and drink. Fun meeting others and sampling food I would never try on my own.

  • A wonderful tour to try unique Venetian dishes

    gabbym715,,Dec 30, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Carlo was a wonderful tour guide! He was so friendly and really made sure we had a fun time. The restaurants were absolutely delicious and served unique Venetian dishes. A must do tour to try some amazing dishes and learn about the food history of Venice!

  • Best food tour

    Jeniece c,,Dec 30, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    The food and our guide was amazing! While on the tour we had so many samples that by the end of the tour we couldn’t eat anymore. This was the best way to see Venice

  • Eat, Learn, and Explore Venice Like a Local

    Paul A,,Dec 30, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We did a walking food tour in Venice last night and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Marianna, was incredibly informative, funny, and easy to listen to. She shared so much about Venetian food, culture, and history in a way that made everything feel approachable and fun. What really made the tour stand out were her insider tips — especially on how to avoid tourist traps and how locals actually eat and enjoy Venetian cuisine. The food stops were great, but the knowledge she shared made it even better. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Venice, especially if it’s your first time in Venice or even your first time in Italy.

  • Must-do, Delicious Food Tour!

    Gabby M,,Dec 29, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Carlo was an incredible guide! We loved hearing the stories about the Venetian owners of the food stops, as well as about Venice itself. Each stop had incredible food and we didn’t want the tour to end. Would highly recommend this tour for a great survey of Venetian food!

  • Book this!

    jjrugs88,,Dec 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This tour was a blast! Carlo was an amazing guide. He was full of knowledge and recommendations at each stop. He gave the tour a very laid back and personal feel. All the stops were delicious! We took this tour with our teenage daughters and there was nonalcoholic drinks at each stop for them. Book this tour!

  • Hugely recommended

    G9869LIstephenw,,Dec 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The "Eat Like a Local" tour is expensive but brilliant- our guide (Giorgia) was personable, friendly and knowledgeable about the area and brought us to authentic gems giving fascinating guidance on all aspects of being Venetian in flawless English while treating us to wonderful food and wine. There's not much walking and it's a great evening in Venice. Hugely recommended.

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