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Venice Like a Local: Food, Wine & Spritz Tour with Traghetto Ride
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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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English
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Experience Venice Like a Local
Sip regional wines, savor authentic cicchetti, and cross the Grand Canal on a traditional traghetto gondola. Explore Rialto’s vibrant heart and uncover the secrets of Italy’s aperitivo culture — vino in hand. Small group, big flavor.
Example Menu
Starter
Rialto Seafood Tasting with Prosecco
Fresh seafood from the Rialto market, warm seasonal dishes, and a crisp glass of Prosecco.
Starter
Real Venetian Aperitivo with Spritz
Authentic Venetian aperitivo with a tramezzino, an ovetto, and a classic local Spritz.
Starter
Classic Venetian Cicchetti with Chardonnay
Traditional cicchetti—baccalà, saor prawns, and a warm meatball—paired with Chardonnay.
Starter
Hidden Rialto Backstreets Cicchetti with Red Wine
Meat or cheese cicchetti in quiet Rialto backstreets, served with local red wine.
Dessert
Sweet Finale with Sparkling Red Wine
Classic tiramisu in lively Campo San Bortolomio, paired with sparkling dessert red wine.
What's Included
Stroll through Cannaregio, one of Venice’s most historic and charming neighborhoods
Enjoy 4 glasses of local wine (white, red, Prosecco, and a sweet dessert wine) & Venetian Spritz
Taste seven authentic Venetian small plates (cicchetti) and finish with a homemade dessert
Discover the spots where Venetians meet for lunch or an early‑evening drink
Experience the art of cicchetti at hidden, family‑run bars in the Rialto area
Cross the Grand Canal like a local on a traditional traghetto gondola ferry
Discover magical Venice with a local English‑speaking guide who brings the city’s stories to life
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Campo de la Maddalena
Infront of Church of the Maddalena on the Maddalena Square, Cannaregio, Venezia
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Choose between a lunch or dinner start time—and come hungry. Meet your guide (and group, if selected) in the authentic Cannaregio neighborhood, where your local expert leads you through backstreets and hidden squares. Along the way, your guide shares stories and insights that bring Venice’s food culture to life.
Enjoy an included traghetto gondola crossing over the Grand Canal, complete with stunning views of the Rialto Bridge. From there, continue into central Venice to visit atmospheric, locally owned bacari where real Venetians stop for cicchetti. At each bar, try a range of traditional bites, from classic seafood favorites to warm comfort dishes, all paired with regional wines chosen to complement the flavors.
You’ll also sip a true Venetian Spritz—the authentic local version—and end your tasting experience with an authentic dessert. With excellent dietary accommodations (with notice), this tour is designed so every guest can enjoy Venice’s food scene. Small groups of up to 10 guests keep the experience personal, social, and fun as you explore the city’s most charming neighborhoods.
Your tour wraps up at lively Campo San Bortolomio, right in the heart of Venice.
Enjoy an included traghetto gondola crossing over the Grand Canal, complete with stunning views of the Rialto Bridge. From there, continue into central Venice to visit atmospheric, locally owned bacari where real Venetians stop for cicchetti. At each bar, try a range of traditional bites, from classic seafood favorites to warm comfort dishes, all paired with regional wines chosen to complement the flavors.
You’ll also sip a true Venetian Spritz—the authentic local version—and end your tasting experience with an authentic dessert. With excellent dietary accommodations (with notice), this tour is designed so every guest can enjoy Venice’s food scene. Small groups of up to 10 guests keep the experience personal, social, and fun as you explore the city’s most charming neighborhoods.
Your tour wraps up at lively Campo San Bortolomio, right in the heart of Venice.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Will the itinerary always stay the same? The exact route may change depending on the opening times or crowd levels at local bars and restaurants. Don’t worry — every spot we visit offers the same great quality, so you’ll always enjoy the full experience even if the order or venues shift a bit.
- Will I learn anything about traveling responsibly in Venice? Along the way, your guide will share simple responsible‑travel tips to help you explore Venice more sustainably and respectfully — just like a thoughtful local.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Will the itinerary always stay the same? The exact route may change depending on the opening times or crowd levels at local bars and restaurants. Don’t worry — every spot we visit offers the same great quality, so you’ll always enjoy the full experience even if the order or venues shift a bit.
- Will I learn anything about traveling responsibly in Venice? Along the way, your guide will share simple responsible‑travel tips to help you explore Venice more sustainably and respectfully — just like a thoughtful local.
- Can the tour accommodate dietary restrictions? The tour includes a delicious mix of cicchetti and small plates at local establishments. It’s suitable for vegetarians, lactose‑free guests, and non‑celiac gluten‑free guests. However, not every stop can adjust for all dietary needs, so some flexibility may be required.
- Do I need to pay the Venice access fee? On select dates, day‑trippers staying outside Venice may need to pay a €5 access fee. You can check dates, exemptions, and full details at the official site:
- How much walking is involved? The tour covers about 2 km (1.2 miles) of easy walking through Venice’s scenic streets and canals — a perfect balance of strolling and tasting!
- Is the tour suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or guests with mobility challenges? Venice is full of beautiful—but often steep—bridges, many of which are not wheelchair- or stroller‑friendly. Because of this, the tour may be challenging for guests with limited mobility. We want you to have the best experience, so please consider these accessibility limitations when booking.
- What happens if the weather is bad? In case of bad weather or high water, the traghetto gondola crossing may not operate, as these boats do not run in unsafe conditions. If this happens, your guide will offer an alternative walking route and the rest of the tour will continue as planned.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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