Venice Hotels near Rialto Food Market

The market is situated just over the Rialto Bridge. There are craft and gift stalls that cater to every budget and the perfect place to pick up some tourist items to take home with you. But, if you stay on the water’s edge you’ll find the fresh produce and fish markets.

Shopping at the Rialto Market

The Rialto Food Market and Fish Market are only open until about noon, so you’ll want to get there early if you want the best selection. Restaurant chefs and locals scoop up the best of the day’s offerings early so you’re going to have to be quick. If you’re more concerned about getting a good deal, go during the last hour and you can get some half off sales!

Staying Near the Rialto Market

There are some fabulous hotel accommodations near the Rialto Bridge. The Rialto Hotel is one of them and sits on the Grand Canal. There are water taxis and water buses only a few steps away. And, there is an onsite restaurant and cocktail bar. The staff is friendly and helpful in planning a fun day in Venice. The rooms are decorated in old Venetian style and some overlook the Canal.

The Rialto Food Market is a bustling open air market that runs Monday through Saturday from 7:30am to 1pm. It’s a must see attraction even if you don’t plan on buying anything. It’s fun to watch the merchants negotiate prices and watch the locals.