Genoa: a Traditional Full Meal Food Tour With Drinks

Genoa, the vibrant Italian city, offers a delightful culinary journey for foodies. The Traditional Full Meal Food Tour promises to tantalize taste buds with iconic dishes, immersing participants in the city’s historic charm. Guided by local experts, the 3.5-hour experience showcases Genoa’s rich flavors, from savory pastries to the renowned pesto. With included alcoholic beverages and water, this tour provides an authentic taste of Italian cuisine, leaving one eager to explore more of the city’s gastronomic wonders.

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Key Points

A 3.5-hour guided food tour in Genoa’s historic center, featuring at least five traditional food stops and one alcoholic beverage.
Opportunity to sample local specialties like pasta with pesto, savory pastries, and fried calamari.
Exploration of Genoa’s narrow alleyways and insights into the city’s culinary traditions and cultural customs.
Suitable for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 participants, with children under 5 joining for free.
Highly rated tour with knowledgeable guides and exceptional value for money, recommended for culinary enthusiasts.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The Genoa: A Traditional Full Meal Food Tour with Drinks offers an immersive culinary experience in the historic city, priced from $92.79 per person.

Enjoy Genoa’s culinary delights with a traditional full-meal food tour priced at $92.79 per person.

Lasting 3.5 hours, the tour is conducted in English and Italian. Travelers can enjoy the flexibility of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

The tour requires a minimum of 2 participants and can accommodate up to 12. Children under 5 are free, but the experience isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.

Guests should come prepared with comfortable shoes, as the tour explores Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi.

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Itinerary and Food Stops

Starting at Molo Ponte Calvi, 5, the Genoa food tour takes guests on a 3.5-hour culinary journey through the city’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi.

The tour features at least five food stops, including a street food tasting, a visit to a local bakery, a lunch/dinner at a traditional restaurant, and a hidden gem for dessert.

Travelers can expect to sample pasta with pesto, savory pastries, focaccia with cheese, fried calamari, and local specialties like stockfish, anchovies, and frisceu.

One alcoholic beverage and water are included.

Experience Highlights

Guided tours with a local expert allow guests to explore Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi, discovering the city’s traditional cuisine and local customs.

Guided tours with a local expert allow guests to explore Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi, discovering the city’s traditional cuisine and local customs.

The unique dining experience offers an opportunity to savor typical dishes in local restaurants.

Highlights of the tour include:

Exploring Genoa’s historic center and its narrow alleyways, known as caruggi.
Indulging in a variety of traditional dishes, from pasta with pesto to fried calamari and desserts.
Learning about the city’s culinary traditions and cultural customs from the knowledgeable guide.

Guests are encouraged to splurge on the drink card for additional beverages, further enhancing the authentic and immersive experience.

Participant Information and Requirements

Although the Genoa Food Tour requires a minimum of 2 participants, it accommodates a maximum of 12 guests.

Children under 5 can join for free. However, the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users. Participants should wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves exploring Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi.

Bringing pets, luggage, or large bags isn’t allowed. The tour provides a unique dining experience in typical Genoese restaurants, allowing participants to discover the city’s traditional cuisine and local customs.

With these practical guidelines, travelers can fully enjoy the Genoa Food Tour experience.

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Customer Reviews and Ratings

The Genoa Food Tour has garnered an impressive overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 79 reviews.

Travelers consistently praise the knowledgeable guide, who earns a 4.7/5 rating, and the tour’s exceptional value for money, scoring 4.6/5.

Notable feedback includes:

Christine from the USA lauded the guide and the diverse array of food.
Susan from New Zealand highlighted the insightful introduction to Genoa’s history and customs.
Hayley from Australia complimented the guide’s expertise and the enjoyable food stops.

With these glowing reviews, the Genoa Food Tour appears to be a must-do experience for anyone seeking an authentic culinary adventure in the city.

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Exploring Genoa’s Vibrant Streets and Historic Caruggi

As the tour starts, visitors can expect to enjoy Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi, the narrow alleyways that have been the heart of the city for centuries.

The guide leads the group through these charming passageways, sharing insights into the city’s rich history and local culture.

Visitors will marvel at the colorful buildings, quaint shops, and lively atmosphere that permeates the caruggi.

Colorful buildings, quaint shops, and a lively atmosphere permeate the charming caruggi alleyways of Genoa.

This unique exploration provides a glimpse into the authentic Genovese lifestyle, setting the stage for the delicious food and drink experiences to come.

Discovering Traditional Cuisine and Local Customs

After exploring Genoa’s vibrant streets and historic caruggi, the food tour now shifts its focus to discovering the city’s traditional cuisine and local customs.

Guests will sample a variety of regional specialties, including:

Hearty pasta with pesto, a Genoese staple.
Savory pastries and the iconic focaccia with cheese.
Fried calamari, stockfish, and anchovies, highlighting the city’s coastal influences.

Throughout the tour, the guide provides insight into Genoa’s culinary traditions and how they’re deeply rooted in the local culture.

Guests can savor each dish while learning about the history and stories behind these beloved regional favorites.

Unique Dining Experience in Typical Restaurants

One of the highlights of the Genoa food tour is the unique dining experience in typical local restaurants. Guests are taken to a local eatery for a leisurely lunch or dinner, where they can enjoy the authentic atmosphere and flavors of the city. The meal features several traditional Genovese dishes, each paired with a glass of local wine or another beverage. The relaxed pace allows visitors to savor the food, engage with the guide, and gain insights into Genoa’s culinary traditions and customs. This intimate dining experience is a true highlight of the tour.

| Dish | Description |

| — | — |

| Pasta with Pesto | A classic Genovese specialty, featuring homemade pasta tossed in the region’s famous basil pesto sauce. |

| Savory Pastries | Flaky, buttery pastries filled with a variety of savory ingredients, such as cheese, spinach, or anchovies. |

| Focaccia with Cheese | The famous Genovese flatbread, topped with melted cheese and other delectable toppings. |

| Fried Calamari | Freshly fried calamari, a beloved seafood dish in the coastal city of Genoa. |

The Sum Up

The Traditional Full Meal Food Tour in Genoa offers a delightful culinary journey through the city’s historic center. Priced at $92.79 per person, the 3.5-hour experience includes at least five food stops, an alcoholic beverage, and water, allowing participants to savor iconic Italian dishes and explore the vibrant streets guided by a local expert. This tour is a must-do for foodies seeking an authentic taste of Genoa’s traditional cuisine and local customs.