Tasty Rialto Farmers Market Food Tour in Venice with Wine Tasting & Sightseeing
Stroll through the streets of the city center and explore the best foodie stops of the city of Venice. Led by a local and expert guide, this 4-hours tour, will put history and cooking together. Experience the local atmosphere at the famous Rialto food market, visit authentic eateries and try traditional Venetian cuisine off-the-beaten palates. Samples of mouthwatering tapas, locally known as Cicchetti accompanied by Italian wines, all while you admire the amazing city sights like Rialto Bridge, Marco Polo’s house and Grand Canal. Places that has been the heart of Venice’s city life over the centuries, also thanks to its lively market and legendary Bacari bars. A great combination of the best food stops in town, with Venice being the jewel in the country's eye, this food tour of Venice is sure to be an experience you’ll remember forever.
Options
Lunch Time Small Group Tour
4-hours small group tour
What's included in Tasty Rialto Farmers Market Food Tour in Venice with Wine Tasting & Sightseeing
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ponte di Rialto
Taste your way during this 4-hour tour that combines rich food, fine wine and the exquisite sights of Venice. The tasty food will leave you wanting more, stopping in several different restaurants to devour it all from the traditional pasta, washed down by classic prosecco and topped off with a dessert that was born in Venice.
Mercati di Rialto
Discover one of Italy’s most traditional food markets, the colorful stands of the fresh daily market will grab attention of all your senses allowing your guide to describe to you all the types of food sold in the region including fruit, vegetables and meat. The guided food tour will show you the best dishes, samples of Venetian Cicchetti (tapas) like soft and succulent polenta chunks served with marinated seafood, baccalà mantecato a classic codfish Venetian dish and a rich lunch in a local trattoria. All that will tickle your taste buds and will be served accompanied with local wine. While you walk from one food stop to another, you’ll explore the narrow picturesque alleyways, hidden canal gems, ancient bars and shops.
Campo San Bartolomeo
Not forgetting the famous Rialto Bridge, Campo San Bartolomeo, Marco Polo’s house and an amazing stroll along the Unique Grand Canal. This memorable lunchtime promenade ends in Campo San Giovanni e Paolo.
Inclusions
- All foods and drinks included;
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Local and expert guide;
- Walking tour;
- Rich lunch;
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual;
- Transfer from your hotel to the meeting point is NOT INCLUDED in the price. Taxi or buses are a convenient option;
- Places visited during your tour are subject to change;
- Vegetarians can be accommodated if advised in advance. Please note this in the 'special requirements' field on booking;
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship;
- At the moment of reservation please specify your mobile number inclusive of country code in case of an emergency.
- This tour does NOT accommodate gluten/dairy-free or vegan participants.
- The tour takes place rain or shine.
- Please note that on Sundays and Mondays the Fish Market is closed.
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide outside the Church of San Giacomo di Rialto. Please note that it's not San Giacomo dall'Orio, that's a different place.
End Points
- Concludes in Campo San Giovanni e Paolo at approximately 3pm.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
The tour starts at 10.45am. Please make sure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. This is key to ensuring the quality of your experience.
