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Venice Evening Food Tour: Bites, Drinks & Sit-Down Dinner
About This Tour
Get ready for an unforgettable evening in the lively Cannaregio district, where you’ll experience the true Venetian way of life through incredible food, wine, and local charm. Your expert guide will lead you to 4 of the best eateries, letting you taste your way through Venice’s culinary gems.
Start with classic meat based cicchetti paired with a refreshing Venetian Spritz. Continue to taste more fish themed cicchetti, along with a glass of traditional 'ombra' wine.
Next, savor a sit-down meal with your choice of squid ink pasta, baccalà with polenta, or parmigiana. To finish, treat yourself to authentic gelato from a local artisanal gelateria.
While wandering through the charming streets of Cannaregio, your guide will share insider tips on the best bars and eateries in Venice. Limited to a semi private group for a more personal experience.
Start with classic meat based cicchetti paired with a refreshing Venetian Spritz. Continue to taste more fish themed cicchetti, along with a glass of traditional 'ombra' wine.
Next, savor a sit-down meal with your choice of squid ink pasta, baccalà with polenta, or parmigiana. To finish, treat yourself to authentic gelato from a local artisanal gelateria.
While wandering through the charming streets of Cannaregio, your guide will share insider tips on the best bars and eateries in Venice. Limited to a semi private group for a more personal experience.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Gelato from a family-owned restaurant
- Short walking tour of Strada Nova
- 9 tastings across 4 stops
- Prosecco, wine, and cocktails
- Semi private experience
- Sit-down Venetian dinner in a beautiful square
- Expert English-speaking foodie guide
✗ Not Included
- Guide tips
Itinerary
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Join us for an unforgettable food tour of the Cannaregio Quarter in Venice! Your passionate, English-speaking guide will meet you near the iconic Teatro Italia, a symbol of Venice's rich artistic heritage. In an intimate semi private group, you’ll explore the enchanting hidden alleys of Cannaregio, stopping at 4 carefully selected eateries to enjoy 9 tastings.
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When exploring Venice, keep two key words in mind—cicchetti and Bacari. Cicchetti are delicious bite-sized snacks, and Bacari are charming local wine bars where these treats are served. At our first stop, your expert guide will take you into a traditional Bacaro, where you'll enjoy cicchetti and discover the secret ingredients behind crafting the perfect Venetian Select Spritz.
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After a short stroll through the charming Cannaregio neighborhood, we’ll arrive at our second stop. Here, you'll taste another round of locally crafted cicchetti. Alongside, enjoy a glass of ‘ombra’, a classic small glass of Venetian wine, as your guide shares fascinating insights into Italian traditions and culture.
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Next, we’ll make our way through the bustling Strada Nuova, a vibrant street filled with shops, bars, and historic buildings—a must-see on any Venice food tour.
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At our fourth stop, fully immerse yourself in the warmth of Venetian hospitality. Enjoy a delicious sit-down meal featuring some of Venice’s finest traditional dishes—choose between pasta with squid ink, battered codfish and polenta, or parmigiana alla melanzana. Let the rich flavors unfold with each bite. This stop is your chance to truly experience Venice’s culinary soul in the most authentic way possible.
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No Italian food tour is truly complete without artisanal gelato! At our fourth stop, your guide will take you to a top gelato shop, where you'll discover the secrets behind authentic gelato. Learn about seasonal flavors, what sets gelato apart from regular ice cream, and put your taste buds to the test sampling 2 delicious scoops.
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As the tour wraps up near the charming Rialto Bridge, your guide will be happy to share insider tips on other must-visit spots or advice on where to grab a water taxi back to your hotel.
Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Stops on this tour are subject to change due to seasonal/holiday venue closures
- 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.
- This experience includes alcoholic beverages and is designed for adults. Participants consuming alcohol must be of legal drinking age in Italy (18 or older), but soft drink alternatives are available. Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
- If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please contact us immediately to let us know. We work with our local vendors to plan menus ahead of time so having this information before your tour is important. Please note that there are some occasions where certain allergies cannot be accommodated.
- Dishes served and venue's visited can vary depending seasonality