Experience Venice Like a Local
Forget the crowds and tourist menus — this is Venice as we locals know and love it. Join us for an unforgettable 3-hour guided food tour through the city’s hidden bacari (traditional wine bars), where you’ll sip, taste, and laugh your way through the authentic heart of Venetian life.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this walk through Venice’s culinary backstreets reveals not only delicious bites and drinks but also stories, traditions, and the relaxed rhythm of daily life in La Serenissima. It’s not just a tour — it’s an initiation into Venice’s most beloved ritual: the art of the ombra and cicchetto.
🥂 Cicchetti, Spritz, and Secrets of the Bacaro
- Authentic Cicchetti Tasting: Try Venice’s famous small plates — from creamy mozzarella in carrozza and fried artichokes to fresh seafood and baccalà mantecato on crusty bread. Each stop offers a new flavor and story.
- Spritz & Prosecco Pairings: No Venetian evening is complete without a Spritz! Sip the city’s signature aperitivo and taste premium Prosecco, perfectly paired with each savory bite.
- Hidden Local Bacari: Step into the authentic wine bars where Venetians gather after work. Away from the crowds, these cozy spots are where true Venetian life happens — standing at the counter, chatting, and laughing over good food and wine.
- Insider Stories: Learn about centuries-old culinary traditions, the history of Venice’s taverns, and the meaning behind the word bacaro itself — straight from your expert local guide.
🌉 Walk, Taste, and Toast Through Venice
As you wander through picturesque bridges and canals, your guide will introduce you to the daily rituals that define Venetian culture. Between bites and sips, you’ll discover small markets, narrow alleys, and lively squares that most visitors never find.
This Venice Cicchetti & Wine Tour is ideal for travelers who want to feel like locals — not just see Venice, but truly experience it.
📜 Experience Details
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Stops: 2 or 3 traditional bacari (depending on crowd and guest preferences)
- Includes: Food tastings, wine or Spritz pairings, and a licensed local guide
- Capacity: Up to 6 people
- Availability: All ages welcome (guests under 18 will be served soft drinks or fruit juice)
- Operation: By appointment only, all year round (excluding major public holidays)
🍽 The Venetian Bacaro Tradition
In true bacaro style, tastings are typically enjoyed standing at the counter — exactly as Venetians do. Seating is limited and not guaranteed, but the atmosphere more than makes up for it: vibrant, social, and full of character.
🚤 Convenient Pick-Up Options
We can arrange convenient pick-up from Hilton Molino Stucky, JW Marriott Venice, San Clemente Palace Kempinski, Hotel Cipriani, or Lido Island to make your evening effortless from start to finish.
🍷 Book Your Venice Cicchetti & Wine Tour Today
Want to continue your culinary adventure? Pair this experience with our Flavors of Veneto Tour for a day of regional discovery, or join our Tiramisu Cooking Class in Treviso to learn Italy’s sweetest secret — right where it was invented.
