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Private Secret Venice Tour; Rialto Market, San Polo & Food and Wine tasting

210 Reviews 4.29 out of 5 stars Based on 210 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Venice, Italy

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the side of Venice that many visitors don’t see on a leisurely paced, 2 hours walking tour, packed with historical anecdotes, quirky stories and little-known facts. With a local guide, knowledgeable about Venice’s past, you'll explore the Rialto Market and San Polo neighborhoods and you'll enjoy a true taste of Italy with some Cicchetti (Venetian tapas) and a glass of wine at a local osteria.

What's Included

  • Light taste of cicchetti and wine
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Campo San Bortolomio
30124 Venezia VE, Italy

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What To Expect

Ponte di Rialto

Learn all secrets of the Rialto Bridge, including those of the nearby buildings and listen to the fascinating history of mercantile Venice, when this area was one of the biggest Market places of the western world.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercati di Rialto

Visit the picturesque Rialto Fish and Vegetable Market and learn how since the ninth Century this area was the financial and commercial centre of Venice. Enjoy also the visit to a typical osteria where you will taste some venitian cicchetti (Tapas) and wine.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Canal Grande

Enjoy views of the Grand Canal from various locations during the tour. Admire and learn about the Rialto Bridge and the fascinating history of the Mercantile Venice during the Medieval and Renaissance times.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Polo

Walk through one of the oldest part of Venice, having been settled since 9th Century.This district has been the site of Venice's main market since XI century. During the tour you will discover all secret corners of this enchanting area of Venice and revive the times when Venice was one of the most important commercial cities of the western world.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

T Fondaco Dei Tedeschi

Learn about this historic building facing the Grand Canal, once the headquarters and living quarters of the German merchants.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
  • During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Secret Venice Tour; Rialto Market, San Polo & Food and Wine tasting?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.29
210 reviews

Average 4.29 out of 5 stars based on 210 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
117
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
12
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  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves walking.
  • During high water, the tour will take place, but it might happen we have to partly adapt the tour to the weather conditions.
  • 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

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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