--- title: Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour lang: en type: tour city: Venice country: Italy price: 109 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 1220 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: A meal on foot? rank_in_category: 1 of 18 (Food & Cicchetti Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/eating-venice-small-group-food-drinks-tour/ --- # Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour **Guidekin's take:** A progressive lunch or dinner through Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto: cicchetti with prosecco or wine, a spritz aperitivo and sit down courses in a small group. Two guests are needed for the tour to run, extra drinks are on you, and small children join free without food. 4.97 from 1220 reviews for 3h 30m. **A meal on foot?:** For a meal in Cannaregio: six tastings and two drinks, max ten, €109 per person; English only, two needed to run. 4.97, 1220 reviews. Trade-off: Needs two to run; extra drinks on you. (last checked September 22, 2026) ## Overview Cruise through Venice’s culinary heart with a food tour in Cannaregio and explore its hidden gems, like the historic Jewish Ghetto. Experience a progressive lunch or dinner that takes you through the diverse styles of Venetian cuisine. Venice is so much more than beautiful canals: escape the crowded tourist spots and wonder through quieter alleys, where the true essence of Venetian life unfolds, cicchetti and all. As you savor each dish and drink, uncover the centuries-old influences that have crafted the distinct flavors of Venice. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Your guide will be waiting for you by… - 6 start times: between 10:30 and 16:30 - Food included: ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips - Age rule: Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket… ## Key facts - Price: from €109 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 1220 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Eating Europe Food Tours Rome ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small-group Food Tour(10 pax) | €109 / person | English | Taste six stops of cicchetti, spritz and prosecco while wandering Cannaregio's backstreets and the historic Jewish Ghetto. Duration: 3 hours | | Upgrade to a Private Food Tour | €220 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Taste your way through Cannaregio and the Jewish Ghetto's, with a guide and pace dedicated to your group only. Duration: 3 hours Extra : Enjoy a full portion of exquisite lasagna | ## What's included - Local English-speaking guide - Savor classic cicchetti (Venetian tapas) paired with a glass of local DOCG prosecco or regional wine - Experience aperitivo culture with a spritz experience, while tasting two traditional cicchetto. - ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips - 6 authentic food tastings and 2 local drink tastings, featuring spritz and prosecco ## Not included - Hotel pick-up and drop-off - Extra drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Visit a historic Venetian bakery and street food shop, serving locals since 1905** (15m) - Here, we’ll taste a classic mortadella, pesto and buffalo mozarella pizza. 2. **Enjoy a glass of DOCG Prosecco paired with two traditional Venetian bites: a ...** (45m) - Enjoy a glass of DOCG Prosecco paired with two traditional Venetian bites: a savory meatball and polenta topped with shrimp in saor, combining local flavors with a sparkling touch. 3. **Ponte de Chiodo** (pass by, no stop) - Take a panoramic stroll through Cannaregio, exploring the charming Ponte Chiodo, Venice’s only bridge without railings, and the historic Misericordia. Enjoy picturesque canals, quiet alleyways, and the authentic Venetian atmosphere. 4. **As the world's first ghetto, it remains an indelible symbol of resilience and...** (pass by, no stop) - As the world's first ghetto, it remains an indelible symbol of resilience and the complex interplay of diverse communities in Venice. 5. **Pass through Venice’s Jewish Ghetto at Campo de Gheto Novo, one of the oldest...** (pass by, no stop) - Pass through Venice’s Jewish Ghetto at Campo de Gheto Novo, one of the oldest in Europe. Explore its historic streets, learn about its rich cultural heritage, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this historic Venetian quarter. 6. **Cozy Venetian bacaro where you will enjoy a spritz-making demo, learning abou...** (45m) - Cozy Venetian bacaro where you will enjoy a spritz-making demo, learning about its history. Sip on a classic spritz and taste two traditional cicchetti, tiny sandwiches with codfish & sadrines or shrimp in saor. 7. **From November to February, end at Pasticceria Nobile and get ready for a Tira...** (20m) - From November to February, end at Pasticceria Nobile and get ready for a Tiramisù, the most famous Italian dessert. 8. **From March to October, close the tour with a creamy, fresh gelato** (20m) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 11:00, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Your guide will be waiting for you by the well in the center of the square, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag! ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed. - Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up. - Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors! - On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it - Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. ## Compared with other Food & Cicchetti Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 18** | €109 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (1220) | shared | | [From Venice: Prosecco Wine Region Tour with 2 Tastings](/italy/venice/tours/from-venice-prosecco-wine-region-tour-with-2-tastings/?format=md) | €169 | 6h | 4.95 (392) | shared | | [Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour - from Venice](/italy/venice/tours/exclusive-prosecco-wine-tour-from-venice/?format=md) | €160 | 6h | 4.98 (215) | shared | | [Venice Food Tour: Sunset Cicchetti & Wine Tasting](/italy/venice/tours/venice-food-tour-sunset-cicchetti-wine-tasting/?format=md) | €109 | 3h | 4.95 (367) | shared | Ranked #1 of 18 in Food & Cicchetti Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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