Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! in Venice
Venice, Italy

Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert!

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 10 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $100

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Is Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! worth booking?

Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! is a 2-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $100 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (10)
Duration
2 hours
From
$100 per person

This is going to be very special because It's an authentic and a local experience in my cozy home in the heart of Venezia, where I combine traditional Italian home cooking and live guitar performance!

What you get

    About this experience

    This is going to be very special because It's an authentic and a local experience in my cozy home in the heart of Venezia, where I combine traditional Italian home cooking and live guitar performance!

    What's included

    Included

    • Private Cooking Class
    • Live Music Performance
    • All Fees and Taxes

    Not included

    • Hotel pick-up and drop off

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Venice

    In front of the REDENTORE CHURCH

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    In front of the REDENTORE CHURCH

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    pt, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 5 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Francesco Colabella

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • 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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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    10 verified traveler reviews for Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jessy_B · February 2026

    One of the highlights of our trip!

    One of the highlights of our trip. Francesco is very caring and patient. The food is amazing and the prosseco flowing. Very special atmosphere too (beautiful place and live music!). We highly recommend. 😊

    via Viator

    Terry_R · December 2025

    Best Cooking Class in Venice

    This was a fantastic experience. We’ve done a few cooking classes in Venice. Some are in more commercial kitchens. This one was in Francesco’s home. We selected the spaghetti and meatballs option. The host was very friendly and accommodating. We had a great time sharing a bottle of wine, chatting about world travels, and cooking an amazing meal. I highly recommend this experience.

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    jessicamX9417LM · June 2025

    Best Venetian experience ever!!

    This was the most amazing Venetian experience. 100 stars, I recommend everyone taking his class. Francesco is so kind, genuine, and talented. He welcomes you into his home, you have a one on one experience. He teaches you his mom’s generational cooking, and plays the most beautiful songs on his guitar with beautiful views of Venice. Worth every penny and more!!!

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    Demi_B · May 2025

    Perfection with a bit extra!

    If you are looking for a cooking experience where you feel relaxed, at home and with friends, this is for you. Francesco welcomed us into his exquisite home with one of the best views in Venice! We made truly delicious food an d my daughter is now insisting I buy all the necessary tools and ingredients for when we arrive back home. And to settle our full stomachs, we were treated to glorious live music. An experience we will never forget.

    via Viator

    carolleet2025 · March 2025

    Cooking & Music in Venezia!

    Choose this experience! Chef Francesco’s Italian Cooking + Guitar Concert Class is absolutely the best ! Not only is he talented, charming, generous and knowledgable, but a GREAT teacher! We left Francesco's kitchen, not only confident in our pasta and bolognese making skills, but with a new understanding of regional ingredients and local treasures. Francesco’s soulful guitar serenade was the perfect finishing touch to this memory we will treasure forever! THANK-YOU THANK YOU Francesco! xo

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $100 to $160
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)33
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)50
    Listing quality (10% weight)60
    Local standing (8% weight)69
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.

    How much does Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! cost?

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    Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Venice usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Venice is not rushed.

    Is Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert!?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert!?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Venice can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Venice and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Venice: Francesco's Cooking Class with live guitar concert! start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Venice within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Venice?

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    On Outty we rank every Venice experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Venice, Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour, Venice Bacaro Food Tour: Eat and Drink like a Venetian. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Venice?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Venice?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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