Old Taverns and Rialto Market Food Adventure (come hungry!)
Description
We offer a unique chance to discover some of the oldest eateries of Venice: old taverns, family-run enterprises and traditional hidden restaurants hung out by Venetians. You will explore the area of Rialto and its shady alleys with a local tour guide sharing insights on Venetian food and culture. We have selected 5 top-quality food spots for the most passionate and curious foodies. All food and wines served on this tour are produced in Veneto region. Have you ever thought of sipping some wine in a five-hundred-year-old tavern? Do you want to taste some local pasta with fish in a hundred-year-old restaurant? we will make it happen! This and much more will happen on a relaxing 3/3.5 small-group culinary adventure. The tour starts with the typical Venetian working class' breakfast in the heart of Rialto market (closed on Mondays)and end with a fine regional desserts: the tiramisu! Along the way you will try 8+ local dishes! Read more about food and wine in the "Additional information".
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will explore the food market and learn about local recipes
Have a toast and sample local food in the Rialto area
Pass by
Pass by
You will stop to try local specialities in a shop nearby
Pass by and admire
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Seats are not guaranteed throughout the tour
- Not recommended for travelers with limited walking and standing capacity
- 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
- Not suitable to Vegans, Vegetarians and people allergic to Gluten and Dairy products
- Suitable for Pescatarians
- MUST KNOW: several traditional Venetian tapas contain strong-flavored fish :)
Reviews(33)
Our tour today was both historically and culturally engaging as well as perfectly planned. Georgia is extremely knowledgeable, but she is also wonderful conversationally and shares a connection with Venice that is quite impressive.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you found the tour both historically and culturally engaging, and that everything was so well planned. That's exactly the kind of experience we aim to create for our guests. Giorgia will be thrilled to know that her passion for Venice, extensive knowledge, and warm, engaging conversation made such a positive impression on you. She truly loves sharing the city's stories, traditions, and hidden corners with visitors. We hope to welcome you again for another Streaty adventure in Catania, Naples, Rome, Syracuse, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Turin and many other cities! A big hug from the Streaty crew!
Do this tour it was awesome. Georgia Bonetto was our guide and she took us to places most tourists don't see. Bring your appetite. A++++
Thank you so much for your fantastic review Tony! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering Venice’s hidden gems with Giorgia. She loves sharing authentic local spots and stories beyond the usual tourist routes, so your kind words will mean a lot to her. And yes—coming hungry is definitely the right strategy! We hope to welcome you again for another Streaty adventure in Catania, Palermo, Naples, Rome, Florence, Venice, Bologna and Turin and many other cities!! A big hug from the Streaty crew!
Fantastic tour. Loved everywhere we went. Best food tour
Thank you so much, Bonnie! We’re really happy to hear that our Venice food adventure was a fantastic tour and that you loved every place we visited. It’s wonderful to know you consider it the best food tour – we’re so glad you came hungry and left with a full heart (and stomach)! We hope to welcome you again in Venice or one of our other Streaty destinations for another delicious journey soon!
The breakfast very good and the treatment of the girls very good, although they were overwhelmed by lack of staff and professionalism, the only one who was the blonde girl with glasses and something the one with red hair, very nice but normal that they did not arrive!
¡Gracias, Almudena, por compartir tu opinión! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del desayuno y que el trato por parte del equipo fue tan bueno, a pesar de la situación complicada. Sentimos mucho que notaras falta de personal y profesionalidad en algunos aspectos, pero agradecemos que reconozcas el esfuerzo y la actitud de las chicas que sí estuvieron a la altura, especialmente la rubia con gafas y la del pelo rojo. Son comentarios como el tuyo los que nos ayudan a seguir mejorando. ¡Y si te apetece seguir explorando con nosotros, te esperamos en nuestras rutas en Palermo, Catania, Venecia, Florencia, Bolonia, Roma, Nápoles o Turín!
Silvia is the most wonderful tour guide! This is probably one of the best food tours we’ve been on. Silvia shared a beautiful overview of the history, culture, and traditions of the city, and all of the food stops were generously portioned and thoughtfully considered. Lunch outside with two pasta courses was a highlight, and we traveled all over the city. Highly recommend! Our two teenage daughters loved it as well.
Thank you so much, Johanna! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family had such a great time with Silvia—she truly is a gem, and she’ll be thrilled to know her storytelling and warmth made the experience so special for you. It’s fantastic to hear that the tour struck the right balance between generous food tastings and cultural discovery, and that even your teenage daughters loved it (that’s not always easy to achieve!). A leisurely lunch with two pasta courses sounds like a perfect Venetian highlight! We’d love to have you join us again soon for another Streaty adventure—perhaps in Palermo, Catania, Florence, Bologna, Rome, Naples or Turin!
We really enjoyed our tour with Streaty in Venice. It was good to try lots of local delicacies as well as some fabulous wine. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot about Venice away from the bustling crowds.
Hi Patrick, thank you so much for your great review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed discovering Venice’s food and wine scene with us. It’s always a pleasure to share local delicacies and hidden stories beyond the tourist path. Our guide Fdereico will be so happy to know you found the experience both delicious and insightful! We’d love to have you join another Streaty adventure—in Catania, Palermo, Naples, Rome, Florence, Turin, Bologna, or back in Venice anytime! Big hugs from the Streaty team!
Giorgia was a delightful host. We had so many delicious snacks and drinks and learned a ton about the history of Venice! Highly recommend. One warning - make sure you have a tolerance for seafood, because most of what you will be eating is *very* fishy (some veggies/cheese being the exception). My wife and I love fish and seafood so it was heavenly for us, but if you aren't used to some pretty fishy food it might be more challenging. Still, may be worth it for the drinks and history alone!
Thank you so much for your kind words John! I'm thrilled to hear that you and your wife enjoyed the snacks, drinks, and the deep dive into Venice’s rich history—it was a pleasure having you both. And yes, seafood is definitely a big part of our culinary tradition here, so I appreciate your thoughtful heads-up for future guests. I'm so glad it was a heavenly experience for you, and I hope to welcome you back again someday on another STreaty tour in Catania, Palermo, Naples, Rome, Florence, Venice and the brand new destinations Turin and Bologna! Hugs from the Streaty Crew!
Giorgia was a knowledgeable and friendly guide, and we had a wonderful time. It’s such a treat to learn about the area and taste all the best foods! Highly recommend.
Thank you so much Laura for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time with Giorgia—she truly is passionate about sharing the local flavors and stories. We're so glad you enjoyed the experience and really appreciate the recommendation! Hope to welcome you back soon for more delicious Streaty adventures in Catania, Palermo, Naples, Rome, Florence, Venice and the brand new destinations Turin and Bologna! Hugs from the Streaty family!
Sylvia gave us a perfectly customized & engaging tour of Venice food & drink venues. She showed us history, culture, culinary treats & the pure joy of Venicians.
Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words! Next time join us in Naples, Rome, Palermo, Florence or Catania! Hugs from the Streaty team
Me and my husband are super foodies, we took the Streaty tours in Palermo and Naples and enjoyed them so much! This is why we decided to discover Venice with Streaty as well. Anna Chiara our guide was super friendly and funny, and the tour is great. You have the chance discover the Rialto market of Venice while trying a lot of delicious local food (many famous Venetian "cicchetti", served in authentic "bacari" out of the crowd; 2 traditional and yummy pasta recipes in a family run trattoria, dessert in a historic bakery) and a looot of wine too:) The atmosphere with Anna Chiara and the rest of the group felt just like being with friends. We will take the Streaty tours in every city where they run:) Thank you! Marta
Dear Marta, thrilled to hear you had an amazing time exploring Venice with Annachiara! The blend of authentic cuisine, lively atmosphere, and camaraderie sounds like a foodie's dream come true. Can't wait to hear about your future Streaty adventures in Rome, Florence, Naples, Catania or Palermo! Hugs from the Streaty family
