Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home in Venice
Venice, Italy

Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home

Outty Ranking 71 5.0 · 27 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $85

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Is Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home worth booking?

Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home is a 2.5-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $85 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
5/5 (27)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$85 per person

Yo! I am Liuba, wine enthusiast and sommelier and together with Hugo, a trained and passionate chef, we are waiting for you to spend an evening of sharing at our house, tasting excellent wines paired with typical Veneti

What you get

    About this experience

    Yo! I am Liuba, wine enthusiast and sommelier and together with Hugo, a trained and passionate chef, we are waiting for you to spend an evening of sharing at our house, tasting excellent wines paired with typical Venetian cichetti. Are you curious? Then book this evening now! In the time we will spend together, we will taste 4 different wines accompanied by typical local products, we will discover together little secrets about wine and we will taste the Venetian cichetti (Venetian tapas) produced by Hugo, a personal chef! The activity is available for groups of friends, for team building among colleagues, for families, couples... In short, for anyone curious to try a special experience! Experiences can also be tailored and adapted to all needs! See you soon!

    What's included

    Included

    • Tasting of 4 wines
    • Glasses and place setting
    • Venetian cichetti (venetian tapas)
    • Personal Sommelier

    Not included

    • Tips
    • Wines or cichetti not indicated
    • Everything that is not indicated under "included"
    • Hotel pick-up and drop off
    • Private Experience

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Venice

    Our guide will welcome guests personally. The meeting point is at the foot of the bridge, in front of the entrance to Ca' Foscari.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Our guide will welcome guests personally. The meeting point is at the foot of the bridge, in front of the entrance to Ca' Foscari.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, it
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Drink & Eat like a local with Liuba

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not available for minors
    • 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
    • Not recommended for those who cannot climb stairs
    • Attention: the house is on the third floor and like almost all houses in Venice it does not have a lift.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    27 verified traveler reviews for Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    444deirdrew · February 2025

    Fabulous evening of vini and cichetti

    Fantastic evening - great company , food and wine. An experience not to be missed. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: Thank you Deirdre! It was a great pleasure to spend time with you and Tony! See you next time! :) Liuba & Hugo

    via Tripadvisor

    Judy49NewYork · January 2025

    TukTuk tour with Hugo on Colour Trip

    Hugo was a wonderful TukTuk tour guide. We got a great understanding of Lisbon during the four hour tour. His language skills were perfect and he was so personable. We highly recommend him.

    via Tripadvisor

    mindyhT7443BC · October 2024

    Wonderful evening!

    Wonderful evening - the food was delicious, well-prepared & presented. And the wine & learning experience were fabulous. They were gracious hosts, we felt like family in their home.

    Response from the operator: What a nice evening we spent together with you Mindy and Susan! Thank you for your kind words and see you next time! Liuba & Hugo

    via Tripadvisor

    Sandy_L · October 2024

    Favorite Activity in Venice!

    We highly recommend this fun evening at Hugos and Liuba's warm and welcoming home in Venice! They will go the extra mile to make it a very memorable evening for you including wonderful local wines paired with delicious Cicchetti and lots of laughter!!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you Sandy for your genuine enthusiasm and for the warm words! We hope to see you again soon! Liuba & Hugo

    via Viator

    janeaF8246EV · October 2024

    Happy to be a tourist given a local experience!

    This was an amazing non-touristy experience and exactly what we were looking for. We had dinner cooked by Hugo and paired with wines from the region by Liuba. The food was delicious, the wine just as delicious and the company interesting and fun! We got to experience a local residence at a local dining table with local hosts who were excited and enthusiastic to impart their knowledge and love of local food and wine on to us! Our hosts even went so far as to do all they could to save our plans with them when our plans to dine with our hosts were partially foiled by an impromptu train strike and our hosts successfully did what they could to accommodate our schedule. The other dining guests were fellow Americans and their company was another added bonus!

    Response from the operator: Thank you Jane! It was such a pleasure to host you, John and Katherine! We really enjoyed the time we spent togheter and we hope to see you soon! Liuba & Hugo

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    9
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 71

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)46
    Booking momentum (14% weight)37
    Value for money (12% weight)73
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)83
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home cost?

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    Prices start at $85 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 like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 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 like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 27 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 like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home?

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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 like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home?

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    Around 9 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Venice like a local: Vini and Cichetti at Liuba and Hugo's home 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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