Venice Evening Food Tour in Cannaregio with Authentic Sit-Down Dinner

Enjoy 8 tastings, including cicchetti, wine, pasta and gelato, in Venice’s most authentic district

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· 3.00h · Venice, Italy

Venice Evening Food Tour in Cannaregio with Authentic Sit-Down Dinner

A group of tourists in front of Despar Teatro Italia with a guide from The Tour Guy.

Plate of cicchetti (Italian tapas) with various tastes

A bartender pouring multiple Spritz in a bar in Venice.

People walking in Cannaregio, discovering Venice local streets and histories from a The Tour Guy guide.

People enjoying and cheering with wine in the Venetian style - standing

Ending the tour with delicious and artisanal ice cream - gelato

People admiring Venice from the Rialto bridge at the end of the tour

Eat, sip, and stroll your way through the authentic side of Venice on this evening food tour through Cannaregio. You’ll stop at cozy wine bars for cicchetti (small bites) and Prosecco, learn to craft a Venetian spritz, enjoy a relaxed sit-down dinner, and end with creamy handmade gelato. With only ten guests and a local foodie leading the way, it’s an insider experience that turns a trip to Venice into a story worth bragging about.

What you get with this tour

Local, English-speaking foodie guide
Food and drink tastings
Sit-down dinner
Walking tour
Guide tips

Tour Itinerary

1

Meet your guide outside Despar Teatro Italia
Your tour begins outside the stunning Despar Teatro Italia, a former theater turned one of Italy’s most beautiful markets. But you’re not here for groceries—your guide’s ready to whisk you away for a night of irresistible food and wine.
2

Cannaregio Neighborhood
Throughout the evening, you’ll get to know the real Venice, thanks to Cannaregio’s relaxed and genuine feel. Here, locals fill the bars, trattorias stay family-run, and the crowds feel a world away.
3

Cicchetti Tastings at Bacari
Now it’s time to dig in. Follow your guide into traditional bacari, cozy Venetian wine bars where locals gather for cicchetti—small, savory bites paired with wine. You’ll learn how to order like a local and discover which flavor combinations Venetians swear by.
4

Venetian Spritz Demo
This classic, bright orange drink is a rite of passage in Italy, but while most tourists sip without a clue, you’ll learn to craft one yourself. With a local bartender, you’ll master the art of making an Aperol, Campari, and Select spritz like a true Venetian.
5

Traditional Sit-down Dinner
With your appetite kick-started thanks to the aperitivi, the sit-down dinner couldn’t come at a better time. You’ll enjoy classic Venetian dishes paired with an ombra (a small glass of local wine) while chatting with your guide and group in a cozy, unhurried setting.
6

Artisanal Gelato
Think you can tell real gelato from imitation? You’ll get the insider’s lesson during your final stop at one of Venice’s most beloved gelaterias. With your guide’s tips, you’ll savor authentic flavors crafted from fresh ingredients that change with the seasons.
7

Your Tour Ends Near Ponte de l'Ogio
By the time you reach the quiet canals near the Grand Canal, you’ll be full of food, laughter, and a hint of spritz-fueled happiness. Your guide can help you catch a water taxi or suggest the perfect spot for a nightcap.

Additional Information

Your 3-hour tour includes:

8 food tastings and 4 drinks
Prosecco, wine, and cocktails
Sit-down Venetian dinner
Authentic gelato
Short walking tour of Cannaregio
English-speaking, local guide
Maximum of 10 people per group

What to bring:

Valid ID (if you'll be enjoying alcoholic beverages)
Camera
Comfortable shoes

Good to know:

Dietary Restrictions: This tour includes dishes with gluten, dairy, meat, and seafood. Please inform us of any dietary needs in advance so we can do our best to accommodate.
Dress Code: Venice is casual, but comfortable shoes are essential for walking on cobblestones and bridges. Evening temperatures can drop near the canals, so bring a light jacket or wrap.
Alcohol Consumption: This experience includes alcoholic beverages and is designed for adults. Participants must be 18 or older to drink alcohol, but soft drink alternatives are available.
Accessibility: This experience is wheelchair accessible, though some areas include uneven streets and small bridges.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.

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31 October 2025

Reviewed by
Suzanne Benson

Our guide was very nice and easy to understand. The food was good and we did make many stops for trying different things! My favorite stop was for the gelato - amazing salted caramel. Overall, a fun evening getting to know fellow travelers and experience a different part of Venice.

30 October 2025

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Billy Walley

22 October 2025

Reviewed by
Celeste Scott

Tour guide was wonderful and had a great time

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Comfortable shoes and a hearty appetite.

What to bring?

Comfortable shoes and a hearty appetite.

I have doubts about my mobility, is this the right tour for me?

Venice is a car-free city, so you'll be walking between stops and may come across some uneven streets and stairways. If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest taking a Venice in a Day Tour with a Gondola Ride instead.

Do the tasting stops on this tour ever change?

Occasionally, the stops and tastings on this tour are subject to change due to seasonal/holiday venue closures. As the places we visit on this food tour are local institutions and family-run businesses, they can close at any time with very little notice. If this happens, your guide will take you to another excellent nearby eatery.

Can I bring my kids and do I have to pay for them?

Kids are welcome on our food tours, but we understand that sometimes young children won’t be interested in what’s offered. You don’t have to pay for children who are under 6 years old and won’t be eating the food. You're welcome to bring some food for them to enjoy. Otherwise, if children under 6 will be eating food at any of the stops, please choose the “Child” option when booking.