
Expert Led Private Venice Market & Food Tour
2 h
Private
Instant confirmation
About this activity
The historic Rialto market is the culinary, social and economic heart of Venetian life, where locals buy their seafood, meat and produce daily amid the colorful stalls that line the Grand Canal. This small island, originally known as Rivoaltus, was one of the first to be settled by early Venetians, and by the 11th century had become the town’s central marketplace. As we visit this lively center with our guide, we will learn about the history of this space of commerce and trade during the Venetian Republic’s many centuries, as well as the marketplace today, with its emphasis on locally grown produce and seafood. Our guide, a culinary expert, will lead us through the market explaining the produce that is particular to Venice, for example the small artichokes that come from the nearby island of S. Erasmo, and tiny shrimp fished from the lagoon, and what they mean to Venetian cuisine. This walk will give us the confidence and the knowledge not only to shop in this and other markets in the city but also to be more adventurous in trying the specialties in Venice’s restaurants and wine bars. After about an hour of exploring the marketplace, we will stop in at a local eatery for, Venetian snacks, and a small glass of wine, which is a local ritual. Here, we will learn about and sample some of the delicious seafood delicacies that have made Venetian cuisine famous, and continue our conversation about the economy and culture of seafood in Venice, as well as, more broadly, how this marketplace connects us to Venice’s past and present.
Read more
Show less
Included
- Privately Guided Tour
- Expert Guide
- Snacks
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please send supplier of tour the ages of all participants at time of booking
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Hotel pick-up cannot be accommodated
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Food
65%
Cultural
60%
Original
55%
You may also like
See all 32 Collections
Click to discover other experiences
See all

Collections
Walking Tour
104 Activities

Collections
Gondola
163 Activities

Collections
Private Tour
96 Activities

Collections
Burano, Murano & Torcello Tour
73 Activities

Collections
Grand Canal Tour
51 Activities

Collections
Cruise & Boat
49 Activities

Collections
Original
17 Activities

Collections
St Mark Basilica
121 Activities

Collections
Doge's Palace
97 Activities

Collections
Other trips
40 Activities