Overview
Discover magical Venice with a local by your side. Drink like a Venetian at some of our favourite and most authentic Cicchetti wine bars. Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry like the locals do and explore the heart of the city: Rialto.
Taste flavoursome regional wines and mouth-watering local cuisine. Get the lowdown on Venice and discover the secrets of the iconic and oh-so-Italian aperitivo, vino in hand. This small group tour is limited to maximum 12 guests.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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What's included
Join a local Venetian English-speaking guide
Taste 7 Cicchetti dishes and 1 dessert
Discover magical Venice with a local by your side
Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry
Drink 5 Glasses of Local Wine and 1 Venetian Spritz
Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Infront of Church of the Maddalena on the Maddalena Square, Cannaregio, Venezia
End point
Campo San Bortolomio
Good to know
Check-in Time
You must arrive at least 5 minutes prior to tour meeting time. The tour will begin on time and your check-in time is important. Out of respect for the other passengers we won't be able to accommodate late arrivals.
Dietary Notes
This tour is suitable for vegetarians, lactose free, and gluten free (non-celiac) customers. For any specific dietary request, we need to know 24 h before the tour start time by emailing us at venice@urbanadventures.com
COVID-19 Health & Safety
While we strongly recommend that all travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19 to reduce the risk of transmission and avoid putting undue strain on healthcare services, vaccinations are not a requirement to join an Intrepid Urban Adventures tour.
Additional Information
There may be a change of itinerary according to opening times of bars and restaurants along the way depending on how crowded they are. However, all the bars you are taken to are of the same standard, so you will not be missing out if the itinerary does change. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
In case of bad weather, we will not be able to cross the canal in the traghetto gondola due to safety reasons. However, we provide an additional tasting.
Local Impact:
All the stores and foodie spots we visit are 100% owned and run by locals, ensuring that the local population benefit from tourism to their city. So any inclusions on the tour and additional purchases you make will directly benefit the local community.
We will take you off the main tourist trail to some of the many hidden gem neighbourhoods beyond St Mark's Square, helping to ease tourist congestion,
You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
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What to expect
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Campo de la Maddalena
15 min
This tour is the perfect introduction to Venice, giving you an overview of the city’s unrivalled history and a taster of its world-famous cuisine. We are starting our tour in one of the most historical squares in Venice. It’s chimneys are iconic as are one of the few lefts in the city and the Round Church of La Maddalena is part of the masonic history of Venice.
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Strada Nova
15 min
We will start or walking tour at the wide Strada Nova walking street in Canareggio. It is a great place to see a nice mixture of authentic Venetian life & lifestyle.
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Cannaregio
20 min
We will walk in the Cannaregio neighbourhood, one of the few remaining residential areas of Venice, known for being a popular after work meeting spot for thirsty locals. We will take a gentle stroll around and chat about its 1,000-year history and your local guide will offer suggestions on other things to see and do during your stay.
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Canal Grande
15 min
We cross the Grand Canal as part of the tour in the traghetto (ferry) gondola boat. It’s an experience to cross the Grand Canal of Venice and see how the life goes by in the “highway” of the city.
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Rialto Market
15 min
Once in Rialto, we will stop at a small eatery, owned by a group of young locals with a passion for experimenting with traditional recipes, giving them a modern twist. Expect dishes such as black ink calamari, polenta with seafood or seasonal vegetables (served in elaborate dishes).
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Alla Fonda
15 min
We will introduce you a new bar small, owned by two Venetian brothers with passion for local sourced food and organic wines. Expect that you will try local sandwich called Tramezzino (local sandwich) and Venetian Spritz.
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Ponte di Rialto
15 min
A few secret and hidden spots near the Rialto are up next, which will demonstrate the importance of moving just one street away from the tourist hordes, to get a little slice of Venice to yourself.
The tour will end at the iconic Rialto bridge, which is surrounded by great restaurants and shops. Your guide will be happy to help you with recommendations for continuing the fun or with directions to help you back to your accommodation. -
San Polo
15 min
Our next foodie stop is a historic local spot that will help you better understand the culture of Cicchetti bars in Venice and how to enjoy this experience. Expect local dishes that are served since 15th century such as cod cooked in two different ways. Let us know which one you like the most!?
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Osteria Al Sacro E Profano
15 min
Here we are going to stop to a small bar/restaurant owned by three brothers which are also three musicians. Full of musical instruments this lovely bohemian style bar offers amazing wines from Veneto region and flavoury cicchettis with fresh seasonal products! Expect meet and cheese Cicchetti and on the last stop expect Lasagna or Risotto or Pasta in the other. Finish with well-deserved desert – Tiramisu.
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Campo San Bartolomeo
15 min
The tour will end near the iconic Rialto bridge, where we will introduce you to the bar that is completely without plastic. Expect to taste Risotto or Lasagne or Pasta. finally, also the desert – some Italian lift me up – Tiramisu. Your guide will be happy to help you with recommendations for continuing the fun or with directions to help you back to your accommodation.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Please note that this tour covers 2 km (1.2 mile) of walking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Experience Venice Like a Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour
Can I cancel Experience Venice Like a Local: Small Group Cicchetti & Wine Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Infront of Church of the Maddalena on the Maddalena Square, Cannaregio, Venezia
What's included?
- Join a local Venetian English-speaking guide
- Taste 7 Cicchetti dishes and 1 dessert
- Discover magical Venice with a local by your side
- Cross the famous canal on a traghetto gondola ferry
- Drink 5 Glasses of Local Wine and 1 Venetian Spritz
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Campo de la Maddalena, Strada Nova, Cannaregio, Canal Grande, Rialto Market, Alla Fonda, Ponte di Rialto, San Polo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Florence
