Venice Like a Local: Venice Food, Wine & Spritz Tasting Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.
You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
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.
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
Please note that this tour covers 2 km (1.2 mile) of walking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Taste 7 Cicchetti dishes and 1 dessert
Drink 4 Glasses of Local Wine and 1 Venetian Spritz
Stroll through the Cannaregio neighborhood, rich in history
Receive insider tips on the best local bars and eateries in Venice.
Discover magical Venice with a local English-speaking guide
Discover the art of Cicchetti at hidden bars in Rialto
Cross the Grand Canal like a local in a traghetto gondola ferry
What To Expect
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.
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.
Options
Private Tour
Small Group Tour
Reviews
1,847 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Giovanna is great!
Nick D,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour with Giovanna in Venice was fantastic! She was incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s rich history, vibrant food culture, and hidden details that made the experience come alive. Her passion for Venice shone through every story and stop. Highly recommend her for anyone wanting to truly understand this amazing city!
Awful experience
RosaliciaFajardo,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00We was not able do the tour. Was very far from the center of Venice. They want to charge us $160 to take us there. Impossible terrible experience we loose the money.
The tour was great - food...
Tasha W,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was great - food and drinks were generous and delicious, and our guide “Ludo(?)” was amazing as well!
Excellent tour guide.
Joseph D,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing, great food and great drinks. Our tour guide was awesome. She showed us where the locals hang out. You could tell she really loved her job. Definitely would recommend
This is fabulous tour!...
Donna M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is fabulous tour! Nice to have history of foods as well as local traditions. Tasty & informative as well as fun.
Fantastic small-group...
ReneeD,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic small-group food tour! The guide shared great insights on local foods and wine, and there was plenty to eat and drink throughout. Everything was well organized and ran smoothly—highly recommend for a fun and flavorful experience.
Decent
Joshua S,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It wasn’t great but it was okay. The food and drinks were solid. The issue was the tour guide. She just wasn’t friendly or engaging which can make or break a tour. They need to get someone friendlier.
On your honeymoon
Joseph C,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I would highly highly you recommend doing this experience, especially if you’re a little lost and what to do and where to eat. We came here for our honeymoon, and this was one of the best experiences we’ve had by far.
Highly recommend!
Michelle C,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alexia was an excellent guide, delicious food, drinks and history of the city. Highly recommend!! 6 of us came together and did it, in total there were 10 of us which was a -perfect size group!
An unforgettable taste of Venice
634kevinl,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alessia was an incredible tour guide. We felt like a local friend was guiding us through the hidden gems of Venice. Each stop offered something unique from perfectly fried seafood to creamy black ink risotto. The authentic cicchetti bars also offered us a perfect pairing of a wine and spritz with our tastings. Alessia was knowledgeable and passionate sharing stories about Venetian culture and history, as she is a Venetian herself. We highly recommend this tour if you want to experience the real Venice beyond the tourist traps!
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