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Discover the Rialto Market on a food tour of Venice. Savor the flavors of the city with 3 tastings at local eateries, and learn about the history of the area.

Highlights

• Savor the flavors of Venice with a food tour of the Rialto Market
• Enjoy a glass of Prosecco with mozzarella in carrozza at a local bacaro
• Cross the Rialto Bridge and learn about the history of the Grand Canal
• Visit the Rialto Market, one of the oldest markets in Italy, and see the sights
• Try cicchetti and a spritz at a local bar, and taste a meatball with wine

Description

Discover the culinary delights of Venice on a guided tour of the Rialto market and its surroundings. Enjoy a guided tour of the Rialto market and its surroundings, and savor a selection of local dishes and drinks at 3 different stops. Start your tour at Campo San Bartolomeo, a lively square in the heart of the San Marco district. Admire the monument dedicated to Carlo Goldoni, a famous Venetian playwright, and learn about the square's history as a residential area that became the city's main commercial center. Stop at a historic bacaro, to try mozzarella in carrozza, a delicious dish made with mozzarella and fried bread, accompanied by a glass of Prosecco. Continue to the Rialto Bridge, one of the city's most iconic landmarks, and take in the breathtaking views of the Grand Canal. Visit the Rialto Market, one of the oldest in Italy, and learn about its history as the city's main commercial center. Explore the market's different sections, including the Erbaria (for fruit and vegetables), the Pescaria (for fish), and the Beccaria (for meat). Head to the Church of San Giacometto, the oldest church in Venice, and see the famous Gobbo di Rialto, a statue that was used to announce important laws and sentences, including death sentences. Stop to try cicchetti, small Venetian snacks, and a refreshing Spritz. Finish your tour at yet another historic bacaro, to try a Venetian meatball and a glass of wine. Say goodbye to your guide in front of the Church of San Giacometto.

Includes

Guided tour of the Rialto area: Campo San Bartolomeo, Ponte di Rialto, and Mercato di Rialto. 3 food and drink stops with tastings included: Mozzarella in Carrozza with Prosecco, Cicchetti with Spritz, and Polpetta with wine. Live commentary and historical insights.

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as there will be some walking involved. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sights! Please note: This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users due to uneven surfaces and stair bridges.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund