Milan Centre Food Tour with 7+ Italian Tastings Including Risotto and Wine
by Secret Food Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€194Overview
This 3.5-hour walking food tour takes place in the centre of Milan, focusing on the Navigli area and nearby landmarks. The tour starts at Porta Genova railway station, where participants spend about 20 minutes exploring the surroundings. It then continues to the Darsena district for around 40 minutes, followed by a one-hour walk along the Naviglio Grande canal. The route includes stops at Porta Ticinese gate for 30 minutes and a walk along Via Torino shopping street. The tour concludes with a 20-minute visit outside the Duomo di Milano, where the group views the cathedral from the square. Throughout the tour, participants taste more than seven Italian dishes and drinks representing Milanese and other regional traditions. Tastings include a golden arancina from Palermo, a classic Panzerotto Pugliese, creamy risotto with Gorgonzola and pear, an elegant fruit tartlet, a sweet pasticciotto, a glass of red wine or coffee, and a signature secret dish. The guide provides explanations about the food and its preparation. Walking is the main mode of travel, and the menu and itinerary may change depending on availability and weather conditions. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and participants should notify in advance of any dietary restrictions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mercatino domenicale di Porta Genova
Porta Genova is a railway station on Milan’s suburban Passante Ferroviario line, opened in 2004. It is named after one of Milan’s ancient city gates and connects the city with surrounding regions.
20 min
Darsena
Darsena is a district in the Navigli area known for its nightlife and restaurants. Named after the Naviglio Grande canal, it was once a commercial port and now is popular for walking and boating. The area has been redeveloped and is a sought-after neighborhood.
40 min
Naviglio Grande
The Naviglio Grande canal is part of Milan’s historic canal system built in the 12th century to connect cities and support commerce. It is lined with cafes and restaurants and is popular for walks and boat rides, contrasting with the quieter Naviglio Pavese canal.
60 min
Porta Ticinese
Porta Ticinese was originally part of Milan’s medieval walls from the 12th century. The medieval gate is still standing near the modern gate, located in Piazzale XIV Maggio, placed during Spanish rule in the 16th century.
30 min
Via Torino
Via Torino is a prominent shopping street in Milan, known as one of the world’s major shopping destinations.
Duomo Di Milano
The tour ends with a visit to the square in front of the Duomo di Milano. Guests see the cathedral’s exterior but do not enter.
20 min
Meeting point
We meet in front of the Stazione di Milano Porta Genova, 20144 Milan. If you have any questions. Please email us.
End point
This tour ends right in front of the Dome in Milan.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Milan Centre Food Tour with 7+ Italian Tastings Including Risotto and Wine
by Secret Food Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€194Overview
This 3.5-hour walking food tour takes place in the centre of Milan, focusing on the Navigli area and nearby landmarks. The tour starts at Porta Genova railway station, where participants spend about 20 minutes exploring the surroundings. It then continues to the Darsena district for around 40 minutes, followed by a one-hour walk along the Naviglio Grande canal. The route includes stops at Porta Ticinese gate for 30 minutes and a walk along Via Torino shopping street. The tour concludes with a 20-minute visit outside the Duomo di Milano, where the group views the cathedral from the square. Throughout the tour, participants taste more than seven Italian dishes and drinks representing Milanese and other regional traditions. Tastings include a golden arancina from Palermo, a classic Panzerotto Pugliese, creamy risotto with Gorgonzola and pear, an elegant fruit tartlet, a sweet pasticciotto, a glass of red wine or coffee, and a signature secret dish. The guide provides explanations about the food and its preparation. Walking is the main mode of travel, and the menu and itinerary may change depending on availability and weather conditions. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and participants should notify in advance of any dietary restrictions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mercatino domenicale di Porta Genova
Porta Genova is a railway station on Milan’s suburban Passante Ferroviario line, opened in 2004. It is named after one of Milan’s ancient city gates and connects the city with surrounding regions.
20 min
Darsena
Darsena is a district in the Navigli area known for its nightlife and restaurants. Named after the Naviglio Grande canal, it was once a commercial port and now is popular for walking and boating. The area has been redeveloped and is a sought-after neighborhood.
40 min
Naviglio Grande
The Naviglio Grande canal is part of Milan’s historic canal system built in the 12th century to connect cities and support commerce. It is lined with cafes and restaurants and is popular for walks and boat rides, contrasting with the quieter Naviglio Pavese canal.
60 min
Porta Ticinese
Porta Ticinese was originally part of Milan’s medieval walls from the 12th century. The medieval gate is still standing near the modern gate, located in Piazzale XIV Maggio, placed during Spanish rule in the 16th century.
30 min
Via Torino
Via Torino is a prominent shopping street in Milan, known as one of the world’s major shopping destinations.
Duomo Di Milano
The tour ends with a visit to the square in front of the Duomo di Milano. Guests see the cathedral’s exterior but do not enter.
20 min
Meeting point
We meet in front of the Stazione di Milano Porta Genova, 20144 Milan. If you have any questions. Please email us.
End point
This tour ends right in front of the Dome in Milan.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.