Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours 4.9 (8)

Eat like a local in Venice

The Vaporetto No. 1 is the most scenic boar ride in Venice. To avoid the crowds take the ride in the evening.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Let a local guide lead the way to some of Venice’s most treasured and secret foodie finds
  • Understand why Venice is the capital of the aperitivo and have some local guidance on hand, for suggestions as to what to try
  • Kick back and relax with your choice of local wine or beverage and soak in the postcard-perfect Venetian views
  • Try many new local tastes by ordering ‘cicchetto’ - servings of delicious savory snacks and small side dishes
  • Enjoy the sunset from a secret spot close to the Rialto bridge, a local foodie haven of the highest order

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
6-8 food tastings, recommended by your host
2 drinks (alcoholic or soft drinks)
3 hours with a host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Additional food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

There’s a reason why Venice is the capital of aperitivo - reasons to stop and sample something delicious are as plentiful as the bridges in this fairytale floating city. Sip on Italian varietals in your choice Bacaro, a tiny bar where you can get a glass of wine and a cicchetto (mouth-watering savoury snacks) and share the bar counter with other Venetians, who’ve also earned their first aperitivo of the day. The gastronomic delights won’t end here - fancy tasting Osteria della Vedova’s famous meatballs, with a 150-year old secret recipe? Or perhaps the heavenly Biscotti Bussolai Buranelli (butter biscuits from Burano)? The best way to understand Venice is definitely by exploring its food culture, with a sated stomach and a matching smile.

 

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What travelers think of this experience

Julie, Nov 2023

Maria was prompt on meeting us at four hotel. She listened to all our requests. She gave us tips for exploring the city after the tour was finished. We never felt rushed. We loved having our own personal tour guide.

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Kristin, Oct 2023

Maria was a terrific guide.

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Simon, Jul 2023

We had a great personalised tour with Edoardo. He is an intelligent and intuitive young man who interpreted our needs very well.

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Anne, Sep 2022

We walked and experienced several uncrowded ventures. Andrea introduced us to a few new areas in Venice that were outside of the big tourist areas which we loved.

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Richard H, Jul 2022

Loved the food tour experience - would recommend to everyone and Ceren was a cheerful helpful guide.

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Jody, May 2022

5* Excellent

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