Venice Cicchetti, Spritz and Wine Tour with a Local Guide

4.9
(50 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

Join us for an immersive walking tour led by a local guide to discover the vibrant culinary culture of Venice, focusing on the delightful cicchetti—Venetian small bites. The word "cicchetti" means "to take a small bite," and these tasty morsels offer a wonderful variety of flavors and textures, perfect for sharing and sampling.
The tour begins in the historic Jewish Ghetto, where you’ll explore narrow, charming streets and hear captivating stories about the neighborhood’s rich cultural heritage and its role in Venice’s history.
During the tour, you’ll indulge in a selection of traditional cicchetti at some of Venice's best local spots. Taste the authentic flavors of sarde in saor (sweet and sour sardines) and creamy baccalà mantecato (whipped codfish), each bite offering a delicious taste of Venetian street food.
By the end of the tour, you'll have a deeper appreciation for the culinary traditions that make Venice so enchanting, leaving with a new love for its flavors and food stories.

What's Included

Vegetarian option with prior notice(though not suitable for celiacs or people with severe allergies)
Samples of typical Venetian cicchetti (tapas – style)
Guided visit around site such as Ghetto area
Local Guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Porta del Ghetto outside the Gam Gam bar and restaurant.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The Venetian Jewish ghetto was established over 500 years ago, this city in the city has had a lasting cultural impact on Venetian language, cuisine, music and dance.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Indulge in a selection of traditional cicchetti at some of Venice's finest local eateries. Experience the delightful flavors of sarde in saor (sweet and sour sardines) and creamy baccalà mantecato (whipped codfish), with each bite offering a taste of authentic Venetian street food.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Explore more the jewish area and enjoy the beautiful corners, walk around for a true appreciation of the true essence of this enchanting neighborhood.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Continue your bacaro tour with an other tastings in a good local wine bar for a spritz and some more cicchetti, they are so different and you could taste more samples of the huge variety of finger food in Venice, modern and regional products are waiting for you! Of course you may know Aperol Spritz, but it is not the only one in Venice... ask your guide to suggest you more and find your local refreshing drink in this beautiful area of the city.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
Supplied by Hili Travel s.r.l.

Tags

Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Spring Break
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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