Venice Chocolate Tasting Tickets
Join a chocolate tasting in Venice and sample artisan creations with a guide who explains how they are made. A relaxed treat between sightseeing, good for couples and small groups.
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Venice Chocolate Tasting Tickets
Step into a traditional Venetian chocolaterie in the historic San Marco district for an authentic chocolate tasting experience. This 30-40 minute session takes you through the flavours that have made Venice a chocolate lover's paradise, from age-old recipes to creative modern interpretations.
You'll taste an array of handcrafted chocolates in an intimate setting near the Rialto Bridge. The experience culminates with the signature Goldoni hot chocolate, made using playwright Carlo Goldoni's 18th-century recipe that uses water instead of milk to create an intensely rich, velvety texture that showcases the true essence of cocoa.
Highlights
- Sample dragées, bite-sized chocolates coated with nuts, fruit, or flavoured shells
- Taste an assortment of chocolate-covered morsels and indulgent pralines
- Savour smooth chocolate truffles and intense chocolate beans
- Try the signature Goldoni hot chocolate made with Carlo Goldoni's authentic 18th-century recipe
- Learn about Venice's role in the historic spice and cocoa trade routes
- Experience chocolate-making techniques that blend traditional Venetian methods with modern creativity
Plan Your Visit to Venice Chocolate Tasting
Your chocolate tasting lasts 30-40 minutes and takes place in a chocolaterie just minutes from the Rialto Bridge in San Marco. Arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start. The experience runs indoors regardless of weather conditions.
Groups are limited to 8 people maximum to maintain the intimate atmosphere. If you have food allergies, notify the venue in advance so they can advise which chocolates are suitable for you to sample. After your tasting, you're perfectly positioned to explore St Mark's Basilica or take a Venice walking food tour to continue your culinary adventure.
The chocolaterie is surrounded by elegant architecture and traditional Venetian cafés. After sampling these unique chocolate creations, browse the shop for gifts or continue exploring the San Marco area's historic attractions and local specialty food shops.
Why you'll love it
- Visit a traditional Venetian Chocolaterie Taste a range of delicious handmade chocolates Make sure to sample an original Goldoni hot chocolate Tour the San Marco district, the oldest and most famous quarter of Venice
What's included
- 10 pieces of chocolate per person (Dragées, 4-5 pieces of chocolate covers, 3 pieces of pralines or truffles and chocolate beans) Hot or cold chocolate drink, depending on the season
- Hotel pick-up and drop off Guide or assistance
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Know before you go
Arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start to your tasting
Maximum group size is 8 people to maintain a quality experience
Service runs regardless of weather conditions
Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the San Marco area afterwards
Please inform staff of any allergies before your visit
- Visitor guidelines
Arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start to your tasting
Maximum group size is 8 people to maintain a quality experience
Service runs regardless of weather conditions
Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the San Marco area afterwards
Please inform staff of any allergies before your visit
- Cancellation policy
Cannot be canceled or rescheduled
Frequently asked
Is the chocolate tasting suitable for children?
Yes, children who enjoy chocolate are welcome, though parents should supervise young kids during the session.
Do you accommodate allergies?
Please notify the venue in advance if you have food allergies so they can advise what chocolates to sample.
What is the group size for the tour?
Each session welcomes up to 8 guests for a personal experience.
Is the experience affected by weather?
The tasting takes place indoors and runs rain or shine.
Where you'll be
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