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Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting & Sightseeing in Venice

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Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting & Sightseeing in Venice

About this activity

Stroll through the streets of the city center and explore the best foodie stops of the city of Venice. Led by a local and expert guide, this 4-hour tour, will put history and cooking together. Experience the local atmosphere at the famous Rialto food market, visit authentic eateries and try traditional Venetian cuisine off-the-beaten palates. Samples of mouthwatering tapas, locally known as Cicchetti accompanied by Italian wines, all while you admire the amazing city sights like Rialto Bridge, Marco Polo’s house and Grand Canal. Places that have been the heart of Venice’s city life over the centuries, also thanks to its lively market and legendary Bacari bars. A great combination of the best food stops in town, with Venice being the jewel in the country's eye, this food tour of Venice is sure to be an experience you’ll remember forever.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Tasty Tours | Food Tours & Experiences

Ages: Children (0–4 years) · Youth (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Food and Drinks
  • Included: 4-Hour Walking Food Tour
  • Included: Local and expert guide

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

  1. Ponte di Rialto

    one hour

    Taste your way during this 4-hour tour that combines rich food, fine wine and the exquisite sights of Venice. The tasty food will leave you wanting more, stopping in several different restaurants to devour it all from the traditional pasta, washed down by classic prosecco and topped off with a dessert that was born in Venice.

  2. Mercati di Rialto

    one hour

    Discover one of Italy’s most traditional food markets, the colorful stands of the fresh daily market will grab attention of all your senses allowing your guide to describe to you all the types of food sold in the region including fruit, vegetables and meat. The guided food tour will show you the best dishes, samples of Venetian Cicchetti (tapas) like soft and succulent polenta chunks served with marinated seafood, baccalà mantecato a classic codfish Venetian dish and a rich lunch in a local trattoria. All that will tickle your taste buds and will be served accompanied with local wine. While you walk from one food stop to another, you’ll explore the narrow picturesque alleyways, hidden canal gems, ancient bars and shops.

  3. Campo San Bartolomeo

    one hour

    Not forgetting the famous Rialto Bridge, Campo San Bartolomeo, Marco Polo’s house and an amazing stroll along the Unique Grand Canal. This memorable lunchtime promenade ends in Campo San Giovanni e Paolo.

  4. Tasty Tours - Florence Food Tours

    one hour

    Prepare yourself for the ultimate stroll through the exquisite streets that make Venice a truly amazing place; and with an experienced local expert guide leading the way, a marvelous experience in Venice awaits you!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide outside the Church of San Giacomo di Rialto. Please note that it's not San Giacomo dall'Orio, that's a different place.

End point

  • Concludes in Campo San Giovanni e Paolo at approximately 3pm.

Using your ticket

The tour starts at 10.45am. Please make sure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. This is key to ensuring the quality of your experience.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Dress code is smart casual;

  • Transfer from your hotel to the meeting point is NOT INCLUDED in the price. Taxi or buses are a convenient option;

  • Places visited during your tour are subject to change;

  • Vegetarians can be accommodated if advised in advance. Please note this in the 'special requirements' field on booking;

  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship;

  • At the moment of reservation please specify your mobile number inclusive of country code in case of an emergency.

  • This tour does NOT accommodate gluten/dairy-free or vegan participants.

  • The tour takes place rain or shine.

  • Please note that on Sundays and Mondays the Fish Market is closed.

  • 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

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