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Venice Food & Wine Tour: Cicchetti & Local Bites
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Overview
The Devour Venice Early Evening Local Food & Wine Tour gives a real taste of Venice. Instead of tourist traps, this tour takes people to hidden spots with a local who loves food and knows the city well. This is a walking tour that focuses on the local cuisine.
The tour visits different *bacari*, which are Venetian wine bars. At each stop, you get to try *cicchetti* (small snacks) and other local foods, along with drinks. By the end, the guide will help you understand what and where to eat in Venice.
Visit the neighborhood of San Polo to meet the expert local guide and small group of fellow foodies. The tour includes trying local Prosecco, Spritz, and wine. It also includes a small group size, with a maximum of 10 people, and food tastings like *cicchetti*, pasta, a board of cold cuts and cheese, and gelato. Enjoy iconic landmarks like Campo dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco. This is more than just a food tour; it's a way to see Venice like a local. 
Highlights
Taste Authentic Venetian Food: Try cicchetti, pasta, cheese, and gelato at local spots.
Drink Like a Local: Sip on Prosecco, Spritz, and regional wines.
Explore Hidden Gems: Discover wine bars and restaurants away from the crowds.
Learn from a Local Guide: Get insider tips on Venetian food and culture.
Small Group Experience: Enjoy a more personal tour with a maximum of 10 people.
End on a Sweet Note: Finish your evening with delicious gelato from an iconic shop.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally had a wonderful time experiencing authentic Venetian food and wine with a friendly, local guide. Most loved the variety of tastings and the intimate group setting.
Customers loved tasting the local food and drinks, especially the cicchetti and wine.
Many enjoyed learning about the city's food culture from a knowledgeable guide.
The small group size made the tour feel personal and engaging.
Guests appreciated discovering hidden gems away from the crowded tourist areas.
Some mentioned the tour involved a good amount of walking, which might not be suitable for everyone.
A few wished for more seating options at some of the stops.
The Journey
San Polo Neighborhood
The starting point of the tour, offering a glimpse into the authentic Venetian lifestyle away from the main tourist areas.
Modern Wine Bar
The first stop for an aperitivo, featuring cicchetti (small snacks) and spritz, a popular Venetian cocktail.
Campo dei Frari and Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Historic landmarks passed during a stroll, offering a taste of Venice's rich cultural heritage.
Beloved Osteria
A traditional Venetian tavern in a restored building, offering a selection of cold cuts, cheese, and prosecco.
Canal-Front Wine Bar
A local favorite specializing in fried cicchetti, providing a taste of Venetian street food culture.
Dorsoduro Neighborhood Restaurant
A cozy restaurant tucked away from the main streets, serving traditional pasta dishes paired with wine.
Iconic Gelato Shop
The final stop for a sweet ending, offering a taste of one of the city's most famous gelato.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a local English-speaking guide, drink tastings (Prosecco, Spritz & Wine), small group (maximum 10 people), and food tastings (Cicchetti, Pasta, Board of cold cuts and cheese, Gelato). It does not include hotel pick-up/drop-off or gratuities. The meeting point is in the San Polo neighborhood. Get ready for a walking tour and bring comfortable shoes.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes, as this tour involves a good amount of walking. Also, come hungry so that one can enjoy all of the food and drink tastings.
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