Food and wine tour in the center of Venice with mini-cruise included

Venice



Discover the magic of Venice with an authentic bacaro tour: among streets and canals, taste traditional cicchetti and local wines on a unique walk through Venetian taste, history, and conviviality!

The Bacaro Tour of Venice is a private guided tour with a boat ride, ideal for travelers seeking an authentic taste of Venetian culture and cuisine.

Highlights

  • Private guided tour
  • Boat ride included
  • Explore unique Venetian bacari
  • Taste local cicchetti and drinks

Description

This 2-hour tour offers an authentic Venetian experience through the city's bacari, traditional taverns frequented by locals. Starting at 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM (your choice), meet 15 minutes early outside the KFC Restaurant near Venezia Santa Lucia train station.

Your local guide, available in Italian, English, Spanish, and French, will lead you through charming streets and over picturesque bridges to visit selected bacari. At two stops, enjoy small local bites known as cicchetti paired with a glass of wine or spritz, accompanied by stories about Venetian traditions and bacaro culture.

Along the route, you will encounter scenic views and lesser-known corners of Venice away from tourist crowds. The tour concludes at Corte dell'Orso by 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM, depending on the start time, where you can choose to continue exploring Venice’s evening streets or return to the train station.

A scenic return minicruise on a traditional Venetian boat is included, bringing you back to the Santa Lucia train station area.

Includes

  • Guide in your language
  • Cultural introduction to Venetian bacaro tradition
  • Two stops with free time for tastings (food and drinks not included)
  • Scenic mini-cruise back to the meeting point
  • Private small group tour

Excludes

  • Food and drinks during stops, payable on site
  • Personal expenses or extra purchases in bacari

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring a valid ID. Evening tours offer pleasant weather and peaceful streets for exploration. Book in advance to secure your preferred start time.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a private guided Bacaro experience with tastings of local cicchetti and Venetian aperitifs, plus a scenic boat ride back to Santa Lucia station.
The tour starts near Venezia Santa Lucia train station, meeting 15 minutes before departure at KFC Restaurant.
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
The tour usually begins at either 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM; check the website for current availability.
A local guide fluent in Italian, English, Spanish, and French leads the tour through Venice's traditional taverns.
Yes, the tour offers tastings of authentic cicchetti along with Venetian aperitifs.
The boat ride back to the starting point is included and part of the private guided experience.
Advance booking is recommended to secure your spot due to limited availability.
The boat ride returns to the original starting point near Venezia Santa Lucia train station.
Please check with the provider in advance regarding dietary restrictions or special requests.

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