Top Venice Food Tours - page 2

Many of Venice's restaurants are geared to tourists, making it difficult to get a true taste of the local food scene. This tour, led by a local guide who knows all the best spots off the beaten path, gives you a more authentic introduction to its food scene. Leave with your appetite satisfied and the confidence to order independently.

As a visitor to an unfamiliar city, it can be difficult to get close to the local culture. This intimate experience offers the rare opportunity to do exactly that by having a cooking lesson from a professional chef in her Venetian home. Learn to cook one classic main dish and pair your creation with local wine for the full Venetian experience.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Get the lowdown on Venice’s best street food with this guided culinary adventure. The tour focuses on the Rialto area, so you can enjoy great food and stroll past famous sights such as the Rialto Bridge and the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari at the same time. Tastings of Venetian delicacies are included.

Venice is known for its “bacari” (traditional wine bars), and this tour is the ideal way to discover them. Head off on a guided food tour past famous sights—such as the Grand Canal—and go to less-visited areas that you might not stumble upon alone. Along the way, stop for glasses of wine, and traditional Venetian dishes, such as “sarde in saor” (sardines in sweet vinegar) and “baccala” (salt cod).

This tour is a compromise between an informative walk and a food tour. I will take you to 2 different "bacari" where you will taste a glass of wine (or soft drink) and a cicchetto in each bar and the last place will be to taste a fantastic homemade ICE CREAM (in the summer) or a typical dessert. At the same time I will show you a more authentic and less touristy Venice, we will see a courtyard with a legendary history, a particular bridge, buildings out of time, I will tell you anecdotes and curiosities about this splendid city ... and much more! Venice is a magical city, so don't be surprised by what we will see, because only in Venice can this happen...

Venice's bacaro wine bars and cicchetti (bar snack) culture are central to how locals eat—but identifying the right bars, understanding what to order, and navigating the Rialto Market without local knowledge takes more research than most visitors have time for. This private walking tour covers the Rialto Market and a series of traditional bacaro bars, with cicchetti tastings and regional wine included throughout.

Learn how to taste prosecco properly on this guided tasting experience at a wine bar nestled in the heart of Venice. Instead of sampling wine without context, follow the owner and sommelier as he explains production methods, flavor profiles, and tasting techniques. Sample a variety of Italian proseccos paired with light appetizers, and gain practical insight that helps you choose and enjoy sparkling wines with confidence.

Reaching the Prosecco Hills from Venice means a drive into wine country and a route between estates to plan, awkward when tasting is the point. Hand the driving over on this private tour, riding out to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed hills to sample four styles of prosecco across two wineries. A cheese tasting and a light lunch of salami and focaccia come included, with stops for photos along the vineyard-lined roads.

Step into the heart of Venetian lifestyle with an experience that goes beyond a typical cooking class. This is a celebration of flavor, tradition, and ritual where every gesture, from kneading dough to raising a glass, reflects centuries of local culture. You’ll craft fresh pasta entirely by hand, discovering the textures, techniques, and quiet artistry that define Italian home cooking. At the same time, you’ll dive into the world of Spritz, the iconic drink deeply rooted in the Veneto region. More than just a cocktail, Spritz is a symbol of Venice’s social life, an essential part of daily gatherings, conversations, and moments of connection that have shaped the city’s identity for generations. As you mix your own 3 Spritz creations, you will uncover why this simple drink holds such a special place in Venetian history ,though some stories are best experienced in person. An intimate, hands-on journey into the true spirit of Venice where food and drink are not just made, but lived.

Embark on a spectacular wine tour through the picturesque province of Treviso, renowned for its prosecco production. Travel comfortably between wineries in an air-conditioned vehicle, gaining behind-the-scenes insights into the Prosecco-making process within cellars. The small-group tour takes you to multiple wineries in a day, where you can opt to purchase wine tastings and lunch.

Explore Venice's food scene without feeling overwhelmed, and knowing which restaurants to prioritize, on this group street-food tour. Enjoy a combination of trying regional flavors and taking in the city's sights, as your guide leads you to foodie hotspots and eateries. Enjoy sampling local specialities, including bite-sized cicchetti, regional cheeses, traditional cakes, and buranelli biscuits.

Enjoy a real taste of Venice on a tantalizing lunchtime tour of the Rialto Market and discover the city’s impressive culinary credentials. Follow your guide on a tour of Venice’s foodie hotspots, browse the fresh produce at the city’s famous markets, and tuck into traditional cicchetti (Venetian tapas) at a local inn. Finally, sample fine regional wines and prosecco at the city’s legendary Bacari bars, then leave armed with plenty of recommendations for where to shop and dine in the city.

Cairo and Alexandria are two of Egypt’s most celebrated and history-filled cities, but covering each location on one’s own takes careful planning. Take the stress out of travel during this private three-night package. Guided sightseeing itineraries, air-conditioned vehicle transfers, and comfortable hotel accommodation are all provided, leaving you free to take in the sights.

Savor the flavors of Venice on this private walking tour through the city’s culinary hotspots. Begin with traditional cicchetti and drinks in family-run bars, followed by tastings of regional cheeses and seasonal produce at the vibrant Rialto Market. Complete your experience with a gondola ride across the Grand Canal and a cozy lunch featuring risotto, wine, and a delightful dessert at a hidden gem bacaro.

Tasting Prosecco at the source means a drive out from Venice into the Conegliano Valdobbiadene hills and a route between producers to sort, awkward when the wine is the point. Hand the logistics over on a private half-day tour, visiting a family-run winery to sample four styles—brut, extra dry, Millesimato, and extra brut—paired with local cheeses. A light lunch of salami, cheese, and focaccia follows, with more cheese tastings at a local dairy.

Taste the flavors of Venice with this gourmet four-course dinner complete with wine pairings! Settle in at a top-rated restaurant in the heart of Venice and relax among a romantic atmosphere. Start your meal off with a local aperitif, and then savor four expertly prepared courses that highlight the unique flavors of Venetian cuisine. A professional sommelier will be on hand to guide you through the wine list featuring Veneto varietals and help you choose pairings to complement each course.

As night falls on Venice and the crowds disappear, discover the city’s darkest secrets on this devilishly entertaining night tour. Wander through narrow passageways and past the blackened, vacant canals to uncover Venice’s haunted history. Listen to your guide spin tales about the sinister deeds and tragic ends of the figures who once walked the streets—some of whom are believed to still wander as restless spirits.

Don't just savor traditional dishes during your Venice trip—immerse yourself in the city's cuisine, and walk away with new culinary skills, on this small-group market tour and cooking class. Led by a local chef, explore the vibrant Rialto Market, and discover the freshest local produce. Then, return to their home to prepare a 3-course meal, featuring handmade pasta, tiramisu, and more. Savor your dishes with local wine, and receive take-home recipes.

Venetian cuisine is distinct from other regions of Italy, so treat your taste buds to a sampler of the city’s specialties on a walking tour of the Cannaregio district—one of the oldest in Venice and home to the former Jewish Ghetto. It's easy to get lost here, but a guide leads you across foot bridges and past quiet canals to at least six authentic eateries for hearty samples of risotto, pasta, Kosher dishes, gelato, and more for a diverse dinner.

Step into a hidden Venetian atelier and enjoy an evening of creativity, wine, and social connection. Sip fine Italian wine while bringing your own canvas to life, sharing laughs and inspiration with fellow guests. Surrounded by candlelit décor, vintage mirrors, and hand-crafted tables, you’ll create a unique painting to take home—a memorable experience in the heart of Venice.

Tasting Valpolicella's reds at the source means a drive out from Venice and a route between vineyards to work out—not ideal when wine is on the agenda. Hand the driving over on a private tour, visiting vineyards in the Valpolicella region northwest of Verona to taste its reds, including Amarone. A light lunch of local cheese and salami comes with the tasting, followed by a walking tour of Verona's old center.

Reaching the Valpolicella and Soave wine regions from Venice means driving and sorting your own route between estates—awkward when tasting is the point. Hand the driving over on a private tour, riding out from Venice by car to a family-run winery in Valpolicella for a tour, tastings of wines such as Amarone, and a light lunch. A stop follows in the medieval village of Soave, with a short Verona tour along the way.

Visit Venice's lesser-known gems on this private walking tour. Led by a guide, explore the historic San Polo district, then stroll through the stalls of fresh produce at the Rialto Market, stopping at an osteria for a glass of wine and a few cicchetti (Venetian snacks).