Venice Food Tour: Sunset Cicchetti & Wine Tasting

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About this activity

Venetian cuisine is famously hard to get to know—but not when you’re in the company of a local food lover who knows the city like the back of their hand. Hop from one bacaro (Venetian wine bar) to another sampling two different types of cicchetti and other local specialties accompanied by drinks at every stop. By the end of the night, your expert foodie guide will show you where to eat, how to eat, and what to eat when visiting La Serenissima.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Devour Italy Food Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local English-speaking guide
Included: Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (exterior)
Included: 7 food tastings
Included: Campo Santa Margherita
Included: 4 drinks
Included: San Polo neighborhood
Included: Small group of 10 guests
Included: Scuola Grande di San Rocco (exterior)

Not included

Not included: Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Step off the tourist track and into the neighborhood of San Polo to meet your expert local guide and small group of fellow foodies. Your guide will give you a brief introduction to the traditional foods and flavors of Venice, then take you to one of their favorite modern wine bars for an aperitivo. Enjoy two small plates of bread-based cicchetti and a spritz, Venice’s unofficial cocktail. After a brief stroll past the Campo dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco, your next stop is at a beloved osteria in a beautifully restored building. Here you'll share a board of cold cuts and cheese with a glass of prosecco. Next, visit a local canal-front wine bar specializing in fried cicchetti, a favorite starter among Venice locals. You’ll taste a few along with a glass of local vino as your guide tells you about the culture of sharing food in the lagoon. Tucked away from the main streets in the Dorsoduro neighborhood, the fourth venue is a cozy restaurant where you'll enjoy a plate of traditional pasta paired with a glass of wine. From there, you'll head to one of the city's most iconic gelato shops to end your evening on a sweet note!

Stop 1
Stop 2
Campo Santa Margherita
Stop 4
Stop 5
Stop 6
Stop 7

Venetian traditional cicchetti and a Spritz · Traditional cicchetti with a glass of local wine. · A plate of Venetian pasta and a glass of wine. · Homemade dessert.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Campo San Tomà in front of the well. The Ferry stop closest to this meeting point is called "San Tomà".

End point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Campo San Tomà in front of the well. The Ferry stop closest to this meeting point is called "San Tomà".

Using your ticket

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at [email protected] after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
Appropriate footwear recommended. Bring a water bottle.
This tour covers a full meal.
Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
Tours take place rain or shine, dress appropriately and bring an umbrella if it looks like rain.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
If the local municipality restricts access due to high tide and there are no walkways available, it is the client’s responsibility to bring appropriate footwear (e.g., boots). The guide will modify the itinerary to include alternate dry paths whenever possible.
Bathrooms aren't 100% guaranteed accessible.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. Please be aware that this tour involves extended periods of standing, which may not be suitable for travelers with certain health conditions or mobility limitations.
This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, but please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate vegan options, and gluten-free options are not available due to the risk of cross-contamination.
Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food.
There is an option to replace any alcoholic drink with a non-alcoholic alternative upon request.
No refund will be provided if high tide prevents certain parts of the tour, but adjustments to the route will be made for client safety and comfort.
This tour is in English.
This tour covers a full meal.
Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Options

Group Tour - Venice at Sunset
Private - Venice at Sunset

Cicchetti, Food & Wine Tour: Discover the incredible cuisine of Venice hiding just outside the main tourist routes in this exclusive private option.