Gelato Fantasy has reopened its four gelato shops in the heart of Venice for the 2026 season. We are ready to welcome tourists and Venetians with fresh artisan gelato and innovative flavors. From our iconic locations in San Marco, Rialto and Castello, this newsletter celebrates tradition and the latest updates in our historical Venetian gelato shops.
Gelato Fantasy’s 2026 Reopening
Gelato Fantasy’s shops are back in business during the Venetian spring, and are the perfect spot for taking a tasty break among alleys and canals. Our historical stores – Gelato Fantasy San Marco on S. Marco 929, Gelato Fantasy San Marco on Calle dei Fabbri 925, Gelato Fantasy Rialto on Ruga Vecchia S. Giovanni 602 and Gelato Fantasy Castello on Calle de le Rasse 4613 – offer more than 30 flavors, handmade daily with selected ingredients. With over 25 years of experience, from 1998, we provide inclusive options such as gluten-free, vegan and lactose-free gelato, perfect for dietary intolerances and special diets in the city center.
Our master gelato makers create flavors without industrial additives daily, ensuring a unique creaminess that sets Gelato Fantasy apart as one of the best gelato shops in Venice. This reopening marks the evolution towards the 2026 trends filled with tropical vegan flavors, as well as varied, natural and low-sugar gelato, perfect after visiting the Cathedral or Rialto Bridge.
Strategic Locations in the Heart of Venice
Gelato Fantasy San Marco 929 is located two minutes away from St Mark’s Square, convenient for those visiting the Cathedral and the Palazzo Ducale and looking for a gelato near San Marco. Gelato Fantasy San Marco on Calle dei Fabbri 925, equipped with air conditioning, can be reached from Campo San Luca to unhurriedly savor a cup. Gelato Fantasy Rialto on Ruga Vecchia S. Giovanni 602 entices people visiting Rialto Market with cones on the go among spices and fresh fish. Gelato Fantasy Castello on Calle de le Rasse 4613 offers refreshing slushes near Arsenale, in the real Venice, far away from the tourist crowds.
These strategic locations ensure that the best Venetian artisan gelato is always within reach, accessible on foot or by water bus in the Venetian historic center.
Artisan Flavor and 2026 Novelties
Our 100% artisan production uses fresh milk from alpine pastures in Veneto, fruits from Rialto Market and roasted hazelnuts to prepare classics such as creamy Sicilian pistachio, stracciatella with 70% dark chocolate and fior di latte with whipped cream. Our latest creations include flavors such as Easter Egg, Mimosa, and refreshing Cremino at Rialto, oat gelato with very few calories. More than 40% of our flavors are gluten-free, many are vegan made with a coconut or almond base, with sugar-free versions using stevia, and lactose-free, all of them certified.
Our gelato stands out thanks to its velvety texture, achieved by adding very little air and using natural sugars, and has been rewarded with a 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor for its authentic creaminess and our multilingual staff.
Why Choose Gelato Fantasy
Among the best gelato shops in San Marco and Rialto, Gelato Fantasy stands out thanks to its inclusive variety and its multiple locations. It is also praised for balancing tradition and innovation, without having to queue for hours. Our staff speaks Italian, English, Spanish and French in instagram-friendly stores decorated with vintage photos on the walls.
The seasonal products, such as spring hot chocolate, add a touch of charm.
It’s the perfect shelter for families, groups, or for those looking for an artisan gelato shop in San Marco, Rialto or Castello.
