Venice: Jewish Ghetto and Cannaregio Food and Wine Tour
Jewish Ghetto, Venice, Venice
Discover Venice’s Cannaregio district, the Jewish Ghetto, and a number of churches, bridges, and other interesting landmarks. Your guide will take you on a tour that includes stops at 6 different restaurants for tastes of authentic local foods and wines.
Jewish Ghetto Food and Art Tour in Venice’s Cannaregio District
This 4-hour guided tour explores Venice’s Cannaregio district, ideal for food and history enthusiasts interested in authentic local experiences.
Highlights
- Explore Cannaregio district’s food, art, and history
- Taste authentic Venetian specialties at multiple food venues
- Learn about Venice’s historic Jewish Ghetto and its cultural heritage
Description
Discover the architecture and atmosphere of Venice’s historic Jewish Ghetto, a district known for its rich culture and tradition. The area featured in the film A Merchant of Venice, starring Al Pacino. Your walk includes Gothic churches, canals, bridges, and other city landmarks in Cannaregio.
Visit six restaurants offering authentic Venetian flavors, including famous Italian gelato. Experience Venice’s coffee culture firsthand by sampling coffee at an old roaster favored by locals. Stroll along the fondamenta walkways, passing the Rabbi’s House and historic synagogues. Enjoy traditional Jewish-Venetian dishes such as sarde in saor and artichoke bottoms, paired with fine Kosher wine.
Cross the Rialto Bridge, Venice’s oldest bridge, to dine like locals and gondoliers. Taste unique risotto and pasta dishes unavailable elsewhere. Visit an old bakery to try specialty biscuits and cakes including zaeti and buranelli.
The tour extends into the evening, concluding with a glass of sparkling wine while observing Venice’s churches and palazzos reflected on the canals.
Includes
- Food and wine tastings
- Guided sightseeing tour
- Local expert guide
Excludes
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Wear comfortable shoes
- This is not a kosher food tour
- Not suitable for vegans or gluten- and dairy-free diets
- Vegetarians accommodated if advised in advance
- Potential cross-contamination risks for allergies to fish, shellfish, nuts, or dried fruits
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available if canceled up to 24 hours in advance.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable footwear suitable for walking on uneven surfaces.
