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title: Rialto Market Food and Wine Lunchtime Tour of Venice
lang: en
type: tour
city: Venice
country: Italy
price: 94
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.87
reviews: 284
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Market first, lunch included
rank_in_category: 8 of 17 (Food & Cicchetti Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-22
data_updated: 2026-10-04
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/venice/tours/rialto-market-food-and-wine-lunchtime-tour-of-venice/
---

# Rialto Market Food and Wine Lunchtime Tour of Venice

**Guidekin's take:** A four hour lunchtime circuit from the Rialto market through bacari and restaurants, with lunch in the price and monuments passed along the way. The fish stalls close on Sundays, Mondays and holidays, and it runs rain or shine. 4.87 from 284 reviews at €94 per person.

In our comparison: #8 of 17 in Food & Cicchetti Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Come to Venice to encounter an enlightening experience. Join this 4-hour tour across the city market, restaurants, monuments and Bacari bars to have a taste of exquisite wines and prominent cicchetti dishes. Get ready for a marvelous experience, a foodie promenade and breath-taking scenery of Venice. Lots of food, wine and sightseeing led by local top-rated expert.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: You will meet the guide at 10:45 outside…
- Starts 10:45: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €78: ages 5 to 8

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €94 per person
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 284 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Raphael Tours & Events
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 10:45
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22

## Reviews

4.87 from 284 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 276 of 284.

- 5 stars: 268 (94%)
- 4 stars: 8 (3%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 6 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise generous tastings and informative guides, though some felt rushed at the food stops

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable, engaging guides explain Venetian food, customs and history
- Varied local dishes and wines, with generous portions that leave guests full
- Local bars and restaurants that guests say they would not have found alone
- Guides accommodate food preferences and suggest alternative dishes
- Useful restaurant recommendations and tips for the rest of the stay

**Complaints:**
- Some felt rushed at tasting stops, while others described a relaxed pace
- Some reviewers report cancellations or being moved to a different tour

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-03-06 to 2026-05-31); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Local guide
- Lunch

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions

## Itinerary

1. **Mercati di Rialto** (1h) - Explore the busy Rialto Market to see colorful stalls selling seafood, vegetables, and fruit.
2. **Ponte di Rialto** (10m)
3. **Campo San Bartolomeo** (15m) - Campo san Bartolomeo
4. **Casa di Marco Polo** (15m)
5. **Canal Grande** (15m) - Walk by the Grand Canal
6. **Campo Santi Giovanni e Paolo** (15m)

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:45
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22
- 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

You will meet the guide at 10:45 outside Chiesa di San Giacomo di Rialto, Campo San Giacomo, 1, 30125 Venezia (It's a church near the Rialto Bridge. Is not Campo San Giacomo dall' Orio!!).
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJE-gXt9uxfkcRjSyeJkS95lk

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Places visited during your tour are subject to change
- The tour takes place rain or shine
- Please note that on Sundays, Mondays and festive dates the stands at the fish market will be closed.
- 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
- This tour does NOT accommodate vegans, gluten and dairy-free participants.
- This tour can accommodate vegetarians only if advised in advance.
- In case of allergy to nuts or dry fruits please be aware of cross contamination issues.

## Compared with other Food & Cicchetti Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #8 of 17** | €94 | 4h | 4.87 (284) | shared |
| [Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour](/italy/venice/tours/eating-venice-small-group-food-drinks-tour/?format=md) | €109 | 3h 30m | 4.97 (1255) | shared |
| [Venice Food Tour: Sunset Cicchetti & Wine Tasting](/italy/venice/tours/venice-food-tour-sunset-cicchetti-wine-tasting/?format=md) | €109 | 3h | 4.96 (403) | shared |
| [Exclusive Prosecco Wine Tour - from Venice](/italy/venice/tours/exclusive-prosecco-wine-tour-from-venice/?format=md) | €181 | 6h | 4.98 (216) | shared |

Ranked #8 of 17 in Food & Cicchetti Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €181, median €95; typical length 3h. 3 of 17 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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