Tour between Taste and History at the Accademia del Cicchetto

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Let our expert local guide take you to the discovery of the Dorsoduro district!

For streets and squares frequented by university students, with meeting at the Academy of Fine Arts, among timeless historic buildings and authentic flavors that will make you discover the gastronomic heart of the city.
Our itinerary, which winds in 4 stages and lasts about two and a half hours, will guide you to discover unique places, where elegance, tradition blend perfectly.

This tour is not only a gastronomic journey, but an authentic cultural experience that will allow you to discover the characteristic shops in the vicinity of the University and the historical beauties that make Venice unique in the world.

An experience that celebrates Venice in every aspect: from taste to culture, from tradition to modern design. Don't miss the chance to experience the city like a true Venetian!

Book now and discover the best of Venice with our local guide!

What's Included

Bilingual escort
Selection of cicchetti, fried, meatballs, creamed cod
spritz with Select or Cynar, glass of prosecco, water
Gratuities
extra drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

in front of Actv boarding stop ACCADEMIA lines #1 and #2

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Meeting point with our local guide, in front of the ACTV pier, at the foot of the Accademia bridge. Meeting point and introduction to the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    the Gallerie dell'Accademia are a reference point for the mantles of Venetian pictorial art and preserve inside paintings by Palma il Giovane, Palma il Vecchio, Tintoretto, Giorgione and others

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    one of the unsolved mysteries of this city... Will it be true???

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    another unmissable stop this time to taste the legendary "dai fioi" meatballs and a spritz at Select, typical Venetian

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    a place and a meeting point a bit '.... Magic. Our guide will tell you!

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Discovering those typical Venetian taverns that are located in the most hidden streets of the city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Tales and anecdotes of this district, Dorsoduro

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Mandatory stop with tastings of real cicchetti, sandwiches and mozzarella in carriage accompanied by a glass of wine

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    A semi-hidden church that hides a treasure: the largest frescoed ceiling in the world

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    one of the most genuine bacari where delicacies are not lacking

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    a coffee break and a stop to taste the famous "baicolo" Venetian biscuit born from the expert hands of the pastry chef "grandfather Colussi"

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    one of the last shipyards where gondolas are built and repaired

    Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Last stop could not fail to taste the famous ice cream with gianduiotto at Nico's, a must for those coming to Venice!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Inform at time of booking in case of food allergies or intolerances
  • The excursion will take place with a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 participants
  • Stages may be changed on the occasion of closing days of premises that will be replaced with equivalent partners
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Cancellation Policy

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

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