Food, Wine & Nightlife in Venice

Small Group Venice Street Food and Sightseeing Tour (opens in a new tab)

6 2 h 30 min

Join our small group tour and visit Venice, the amazing city on the lagoon. Your professional, top rated guide will lead you in this journey to the discovery of the history, culture and food tradition of one of the most famous cities of Italy. Explore the Rialto Market, see the Basilica dei Frari (outside), pass by campo Santa Margherita, San Polo and cross the bridges on the Canal Grande. During the pleasant walk into the narrow streets on the water, stop at the baccaris and enjoy delicacies such as tramezzini (sandwiches), cicchetti, cheese, buranelli and dessert. This walking tour will allow you to get acquainted with the main streets of the centre of the city, and your guide will provide you special tips and suggestions to get the best out of your vacation. You can choos the morning tour and the afternoon tour. Please note that on Monday, on public holidays and all the afternoon Fish Market is closed.

Market tour & Cooking Class with a Real Venetian (opens in a new tab)

45 3 h 30 min

Learn definitively with simple steps and tricks to make pasta at home. With the recipes provided you can make it whenever you want with friends. The atmosphere is relaxing and youthful, seasoned with good music and local wine!

Chocolate Tasting in Venice (opens in a new tab)

7 40 min

Treat yourself to an unforgettable chocolate tasting experience and explore the irresistible flavors of authentic handmade chocolate. During this guided tasting, you’ll discover the history and traditions of chocolate making while sampling a curated selection of artisanal creations: dragées, smooth milk and intense dark chocolate, refined pralines, melt-in-your-mouth truffles, and a delicious hot or cold chocolate beverage. A sensory journey designed for true chocolate lovers, where every bite reveals craftsmanship, passion, and pure sweetness.

Free cancellation

Ancient Venice and Its Spices: Cooking Class and Market Tour (opens in a new tab)

39 3 h 30 min

Walk away from your trip to Venice with a different kind of cooking class. Come to my ancient home to cook together in the old style. Explore the iconic Rialto Market in Venice and discover the local produce and spices that inspired ancient Venetian cuisine. Learn to prepare dishes influenced by historical figures like Marco Polo and Casanova. Enjoy the authentic flavors of Venice through personalized lessons and a communal lunch or dinner, with small group or private activity Learn about the rich culinary history and traditions of Venice. Play with the flavors of the merchants of Venice, know the spices and have fun together! My ancient home will be open for you. It will be a journey into the past among unique flavors. There are many recipes and we can choose them together!

Rialto Market Food Tour: Wine Tasting and Sightseeing in Venice (opens in a new tab)

58 4 h

What would a real Venetian holiday be without Italian food and culture?Therefore we created this special Food Wine & Sightseeing tour for you,where you get to taste some of the most typical food from this marvelous city.You will also learn a lot from your local guide about the history and the culture of Venice.To get a real insight in all of that,you have to start from the famous Rialto fresh market,nearby we will also start our food tour,enjoying some small bites called cicchetti together with local wine and prosecco in the traditional Bacari bars.Then our tour continues to some of the main highlights of this word-famous city, such as Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, Marco Polo's house and many others. Our tour guide will answer all your questions regarding not only the places you visit, but also the habits and traditions of the locals. If you want to get a real insight in the life of a Venetian, come join us on this 4-hour walking Food, Wine & Sightseeing tour.

Venice: Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with fine wine (opens in a new tab)

9 3 h

Embrace the essence of Italian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Venice, where you’ll master the art of crafting fresh pasta and the classic tiramisu. Guided by a knowledgeable host, enjoy the experience of preparing authentic recipes while sipping on fine wine. All ingredients are provided, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. After creating your culinary masterpieces, indulge in the delicious dishes accompanied by unlimited wine, limoncello, and coffee. Whether you choose to linger with new friends or explore the charming Dorsoduro neighborhood, this class offers a delightful taste of Italy.

Avanspettacolo: Cabaret Dinner Show in Venice (opens in a new tab)

32 4 h

Enjoy an unforgettable night just minutes from the heart of Venice at Italy’s first Cabaret Dinner Show. Avanspettacolo Venezia welcomes you into an elegant theatre restaurant where fine dining meets spectacular live entertainment. Begin your evening with a welcome drink in the refined foyer before taking your seat in the magnificent Theatre Hall. Indulge in a Italian multi-course gala dinner while the curtain rises on the Grand Show Magic, an international cabaret-style production performed live around you. Be amazed by talented dancers, singers, musicians and acrobats in a dazzling show inspired by the golden age of cabaret and musical theatre, featuring glamorous costumes, breathtaking choreography and stunning stage effects. After the show, enjoy a lively after-show atmosphere with music and vibrant energy. Perfect for couples, friends and special occasions, this experience blends gastronomy and world-class entertainment into one extraordinary evening.

Venice 10 bites : Cicchetti Trial with Wine (opens in a new tab)

86 1 h 30 min – 2 h

Discover the true soul of Venice through its flavors on our 10 Tastings in Venice tour—an unforgettable culinary journey that goes far beyond the typical tourist experience. What makes this excursion truly amazing is its focus on authenticity, local connection, and storytelling through food. Each of the ten tastings has been thoughtfully selected to showcase the diversity and richness of Venetian cuisine, from classic cicchetti (small bites) and freshly caught lagoon seafood to unique regional specialties you won’t find anywhere else. This experience isn’t just about eating—it’s about connection: with the city, its people, and its past. Whether it’s sipping a perfectly paired local wine, biting into a warm baccalà mantecato, or learning the origins of a centuries-old recipe, each moment is designed to deepen your appreciation for Venice’s culinary and cultural heritage. By the end of the tour, you won’t just have tasted Venice—you’ll have lived it, one unforgettable bite at a time.

Explore Murano Burano and Torcello in semi-private bragozzo (opens in a new tab)

9 4 h – 5 h

Set sail aboard an authentic Venetian bragozzo, a traditional boat that once sailed the lagoon and now gives you a unique experience among Venice's most fascinating islands. This tour will take you to discover Murano, where you will visit a historic furnace with live demonstration of the art of blown glass: a centuries-old heritage that you can admire up close! You will continue to Burano, famous for its colorful houses and the tradition of lace. You will have free time to explore the island, photograph every corner and taste the local flavors in a restaurant recommended by the skipper. The tour continues with a panoramic cruise through Torcello, the cradle of Venetian civilization, and next to the silent island of San Francesco del Deserto, still inhabited today by Franciscan friars. An authentic, relaxing experience away from crowded circuits, perfect for those who want to live the true soul of the lagoon in a slow, intimate and unforgettable way.

Free cancellation

Private Venice Cooking Class and Market Tour with Fun Local Laura (opens in a new tab)

32 4 h

Enjoy a private market tour and Italian cooking class with Laura is a true-blue Venetian. She was born and raised in Venice and lives in a beautiful apartment in the city center (only a 20-minute walk from the city center). The neighborhood is very local with not many tourists so you will get to experience a real Italian suburb. Laura loves to travel, watch movies, go to the market and of course, cook! She learned to cook traditional dishes from her mother and she likes to serve local dishes from Veneto. She only uses fresh and organic ingredients from the local farmers. Laura is also an expert in vegetarian food, as she was a vegetarian for 10 years (but not anymore!).

Free cancellation

Venice Street Food Tour with a Native & Top Rated Expert (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h 30 min

Explore the City of Canals in the best way possible, in this Venezia street food tour, you will walk through the to must-see sights as well as diving into the Venetian cuisine. The tour begins in the morning at the Church of San Salvador, where you will meet the expert local professional guide. A stone-throw away is the world-famous Rialto Bridge. This bridge, first constructed in 12th century, spans the Grand Canal and is the true heart of Venice. Next, follows a trip to Campo San Polo. The tour continues towards tasting the culture by way of local food in an authentic Venetian Bacari. These small bars offer the best cicchetti in Venice. Please do inform us at the time of booking of any specific food requests, we will be happy to organize and accommodate such requests. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available. Whilst food is included, please note that this tour does not include beverages

Venice Food Tour (opens in a new tab)

25 3 h 30 min

This Venice food tour takes you to small bars downtown, the so called 'bacari' which are cosy, modest places and smell delicious! This walk and tasting tour will unveil one of the most vivid and funny culinary traditions in Veneto. The bacari are the traditional osterias in the lagoon: they are decorated in a simple and warm fashion, where the cuisine smells ensure the most comfortable atmosphere. Dive into the genuine lagoon mood and join the lively aperitivo time of the locals, tasting wines and eating the local‘cicchetti’, along the Cannareggio canal. When the day is over, aperitivo is a must in Italy. However, only in Venice you can find the Spritz and the cicchetti, small plates of meatballs, fish, vegetable preparations, toasted bread with toppings, deep friend delicacies and skewers. The hosts are professional guides who are passionate about their city and want to share their love for Venice with you!

Venice food and wine tour - eat and drink like a local (opens in a new tab)

2 2 h

This food and wine tour offers you the unique opportunity to experience Venice like a local and savor authentic Venetian finger food, the famous "cicchetti." This tour passes through the Dorsoduro and Cannareggio districts, the most authentic and less touristy parts of the city, home to some of the most famous "bacari", the traditional Venetian taverns. Your local guide will introduce you to 3 of the most authentic bacari, frequented by Venetians. At each bacaro, you'll have the opportunity to taste 2 famous Venetian "cicchetti" paired with 1 glass of local wine. The tour concludes with a visit to the historic Rialto Market, founded over 1,000 years ago.

Free cancellation

Venice: live jazz with cicchetti, aperitivo or dinner (opens in a new tab)

1 2 h 30 min

Listen to live jazz and world music at Laguna Libre, a Venetian club on the Cannaregio Canal. Artists and repertoire change according to the club's program; the concert of the chosen formula is always included. Choose the first 6:00 PM set with four appetizers and a drink, or the evening concert with Venetian aperitif or three-course dinner and wine. The first set lasts about 90 minutes, arriving at 5:45 PM and ending at 7:15 PM: it does not include dinner or the evening concert. It is only available on the scheduled dates of Friday and Saturday. On Thursday there is a single concert at 8:30 PM, with dinner or aperitif options and arrival at 8:15 PM. The dinner offers fish, meat, vegetarian, and vegan dishes from certified sustainable cuisine RS360. Food, drinks, duration, and time depend on the booked option.

Free cancellation

Grappa Tasting in Venice City Center (opens in a new tab)

5 1 h

• Experience an exclusive Grappa tasting, learning about its history and production methods. • Taste three types of Grappa: Young, Barrique-aged, and Naturally infused with unique flavors. • Customize your tasting by focusing on a specific type of Grappa or infused liqueurs. • Guided by knowledgeable staff, explore the production process and key tasting notes of each spirit.

Venezia Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local (opens in a new tab)

68 3 h – 4 h

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Venezia, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide you can comfortably spend a day in Venice discovering all its secrets. Forget searching websites, and wasting time trying to find which monuments to see and in which order: the solution is here in front of you! I'm a tour leader, and I created this digital guide with a local guide from Venezia, so you'll get to visit the city as a local! You will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. Get to know the stories and curiosities of Venezia that only locals know! Try local foods, like Italian aperitivo, in authentic local restaurants! And much more!

Venice Carnival Pub Crawl with Drinks & Masked Party Night (opens in a new tab)

2 2 h

This tour starts by the Ca' Rezzonico Museum just by the vaporetto stop at 5.00pm, where you will meet a fun staff member who will be holding a sign saying "I'm doing it Venetian Style". Meandering through the Labyrinth of small alleyways and campi, we visit 3 local bars know as Bacari in the Venetian dialect. In each bar or in venetian "bacaro" you will be offered an "Ombra", a glass of local wine, and at the final bar you will have the chance to try the very popular Venetian "SPRITZ". You will also taste the typical venetian cicchetti (tapas) in each bacaro. We highly recommend that you book in advance!

Venetian Wine & Prosecco Tasting Experience (opens in a new tab)

24 50 min – 1 h

Experience an authentic Italian wine tasting just a few steps from St. Mark’s Square, inside the elegant and historic atmosphere of Trattoria La Colomba. During this relaxed guided experience, you will taste 4 carefully selected Italian wines, served in a balanced progression from fresh and sparkling to richer and more structured. Begin with a glass of Prosecco, continue with a refined white wine from the Venetian hills, enjoy a delicate rosé, and finish with a full-bodied red wine. Each wine is paired with traditional Venetian cicchetti, the small local bites that Venetians love to enjoy with a glass of wine. The pairings are designed to highlight the aromas, texture, and character of each label, giving you a real taste of the Venetian aperitivo. A Wine Expert will guide you through the tasting in a simple and engaging way. You will learn how to recognize the main aromas, understand the differences between the wines, and discover why each bite has been chosen to match the glass.

Tasty Street Food Tour of Venice City Center with Cicchetti & Local Specialties (opens in a new tab)

53 2 h 30 min

Soak up your way through speechless views of the city during this 2.5-hour street food tour around the best spots of Venice. Explore the narrow picturesque alleyways, hidden canal gems, ancient bars and shops. Visit the famous local market of Rialto and sample traditional Venetian dishes and ingredients along the way. Indulge delicious specialties like typical pastries, desserts, local tapas known as cicchetti and much more. Enjoy a stroll along the historical bridges of Venice and the opportunity to discover and learn about attractions such as the Basilica dei Frari, Campo Santa Margherita, San Polo and the Grand Canal. With spectacular panoramic views this experience will remain forever as a great memory of your holidays!

2.5 Hour Street Food Tour of Venice (opens in a new tab)

39 2 h 30 min

Stroll around Rialto Area, see some of the main sights of the city and taste the best street food, you will eat a large variety of specialties. This tour is perfect for people that wanna have a first overview of the city center and get to know some of the best addresses for eating. Our expert- local guide will take you to the best foodie spots, that you wouldn’t find on your own. The tour lasts 2.5 hours. You can choose the morning tour or the afternoon tour. Don't forget to bring your appetite! Please note that in the afternoon the fish market is closed as well as festive days, and on Mondays.