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A Taste of Venice: Rialto’s Market & Bites Tour
1173 reviews
2.5 hours | food tours | Venice
Discover Venice with your taste buds!
Join a local food lover for a delicious stroll through the vibrant Rialto Market and nearby bacari. From seasonal bites to traditional cicchetti and a glass of ombra, you’ll savor the flavors Venetians love—right where the locals shop, eat, and toast to life!
Full Coverage Venice: Rialto, San Marco & Hidden Gems
2355 reviews
5 hours | city highlight tours | Venice
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Venice, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Venice.
Experience Venice at its most magical: quiet, calm, and bathed in golden morning light. This peaceful sunrise walk takes you through the city’s most iconic spots—before the crowds arrive.
"We had an unforgettable tour of Venice with Loris, our amazing WithLocals guide. He brought the city’s rich history to life — from telling us Venice is shaped like a fish to explaining how it was built to be explored by boat not by foot.
We crossed bridges, wandered quiet campos, learned the story behind the eerie plague doctor mask and even discovered that “ciao” has Venetian roots! Loris has a gift for storytelling and knows all the hidden corners that make Venice magical.
He also happens to be a sommelier — so we ended with delicious local wine and cicchetti, the perfect Venetian touch. Plus he took fantastic photos of our group throughout the tour!
If you're looking for a passionate, knowledgeable and fun local guide, book Loris. You'll see Venice through a whole new lens."
"We took the three kids out for an hour tour on a "James Bond Boat" so we could be a group of 5. It would have worked perfectly if the windows of the boat had been clear. We still had a great time and learned lots about Venice. Adair's information was comprehensive and she was super friendly and flexible with our plans."
"Very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area. Grew up in Venice. We would highly recommend her!!"
Amy and mike, John and claudiaAbout local RomyVenice, October 25, 2025
5.0
A pleasant and unique gondola ride
"We had a wonderful experience with Romy as our guide on a gondola tour. Romy is a great storyteller who willingly answered our many questions about Venice, both historical and contemporary. Romy speaks perfect English. We highly recommend Romy as your guide in Venice."
Feel the soul of Venice at the iconic Rialto Bridge. More than just a crossing, the Rialto is a world of history, vibrant markets, and local secrets waiting to be discovered on a private Rialto tour.
The Rich History of the Rialto Bridge
From a humble pontoon to a magnificent stone arch completed in 1591, the Rialto Bridge has been the bustling commercial heart of Venice for centuries. Imagine the merchants and moneylenders of the past!
Culture & Life at the Rialto Market
Just steps from the bridge, the Rialto Market is a vibrant explosion of color, sound, and flavor. For over 700 years, this is where Venetians have come for fresh fish, produce, and local gossip.
Taste of Venice: Food & Drink at the Rialto
To truly experience the Rialto area, do as the locals do! Duck into a tiny 'bacaro' (wine bar) for some 'cicchetti' (Venetian tapas) and a glass of Prosecco. It's an authentic taste of Venice.
The Architectural Marvel of the Rialto
The single-span design by Antonio da Ponte was a daring feat of 16th-century engineering. Critics at the time predicted its collapse, but the iconic Rialto Bridge proudly stands as a symbol of Venetian ingenuity.
Shakespeare and the Famous Rialto Bridge
"What news on the Rialto?" This famous line from Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" cemented the bridge's global fame as a center for commerce and information. Walk in the footsteps of literary history.
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Don't just see the Rialto, truly experience it with a passionate local guide. They'll show you the hidden stories and authentic tastes you'd miss on your own. Your unforgettable Rialto adventure is just a click away. Book now before all spots are taken!
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"Just so fabulous. I highly recommend Nicoletta. So knowledgeable and generous. Had such a great day out in the city. Learnt so much. "
DeenaAbout local NicolettaVenice, September 16, 2025
5.0
Extremely knowledgeable local
"Loris did a great job of showing us hidden gems in Venice. We went to many unique areas of the city that are off the beaten path and not well known to tourists. He did a great job of working in some history on the things we saw, but also explained the differences between the different districts within the city of Venice. He suggested some great places for wine, food, coffee, etc. as well."
"Had a great tour with Federica, learning about the history of Venice and eating delicious snacks en route. Federica was warm and friendly - really easy to get along with - and answered all our questions with a smile. We cannot recommend her highly enough. Thank you ! "
JuliaAbout local FedericaVenice, September 30, 2025
5.0
Excellent Experience
"Romy was incredibly knowledgable sharing various historical stories through our tour. She was also very patient with our two kids (under 10 years old) and willingly answered questions as they came up. Would definitely recommend her for other people in the future."
"My wife and I were paired with Nicoletta for an afternoon tour ending at the Doge palace. As a native Venician, she shared knowledge and showed out of the way places that we would not have had with another tour guide. We not only enjoyed our time with Nicoletta, but she tailored the experience based on our feedback."
CurtisAbout local NicolettaVenice, October 11, 2025
5.0
Knowledgable
"Very knowledgeable and her passion for the city is very contagious. It was so informative and made the gondola ride wonderful Thanks Romy! "
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