The historic Rialto market is the culinary, social and economic heart of Venetian life, where locals buy their seafood, meat and produce daily amid the colorful stalls that line the Grand Canal. This small island, originally known as Rivoaltus, was one of the first to be settled by early Venetians, and by the 11th century had become the town’s central marketplace. As we visit this lively center with our guide, we will learn about the history of this space of commerce and trade during the Venetian Republic’s many centuries, as well as the marketplace today, with its emphasis on locally grown produce and seafood.
Our guide, a culinary expert, will lead us through the market explaining the produce that is particular to Venice, for example the small artichokes that come from the nearby island of S. Erasmo, and <em>schie</em>, tiny shrimp fished from the lagoon, and what they mean to Venetian cuisine. This walk will give us the confidence and the knowledge not only to shop in this and other markets in the city but also to be more adventurous in trying the specialties in Venice’s restaurants and wine bars. After about an hour of exploring the marketplace, we will stop in at a local eatery for <em>cicchetti</em>, Venetian snacks, and an <em>ombra</em>, a small glass of wine, which is a local ritual. Here, we will learn about and sample some of the delicious seafood delicacies that have made Venetian cuisine famous, and continue our conversation about the economy and culture of seafood in Venice, as well as, more broadly, how this marketplace connects us to Venice’s past and present.
Language
English
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LocationStarting point: Rialto Mercato boat stop
End point: Same as starting point
ScheduleOpening datesTuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday, 09:30 - 11:30
Duration: 2 Hours
Guiding optionsGuiding type: Guide
RecommendationsPlease be aware that the tour includes Walking Tours, we kindly advise you to use comfortable clothes and shoes and be ready for some walking.
Comentarios
Punto de encuentro: debajo del pórtico, junto a la parada de vaporetto "Rialto Mercato", que se encuentra en la línea 1 y se encuentra en Fondamenta Vin Castello.
Instrucciones: La parada "Rialto Mercato" es diferente de la parada "Rialto", que está servida por las líneas 1 y 2, pero se detiene en el lado opuesto del canal. Por favor, asegúrese de estar en la parada de vaporetto "Rialto Mercato".
Información adicional: Usted ha pagado por adelantado por el tiempo con el guía y una cantidad determinada de degustaciones. Aunque no está obligado, le invitamos a realizar compras durante el transcurso del tour. Dada la complicada situación del transporte y la navegación por la ciudad en Venecia, sugerimos que se tomen más tiempo del necesario para llegar al punto de encuentro.
Duración del tour: 2 horas
Hora de inicio: 09:30 horas
Idiomas del guía: inglés
Asegúrate de llegar al punto de encuentro con al menos 15 minutos de antelación.
El tour opera con lluvia o sol.
Recomendamos llevar ropa y zapatos cómodos para caminar.
Recuerda llevar el bono y un documento de identidad con fotografía válido.
