Milan Centre Food Tour of 7+ Italian Tastings with Risotto & Wine
Description
Experience Milan like a local on our Secret Food Tour. Start your journey with a true Lombard classic: creamy risotto with taleggio & pear, prepared with traditional techniques. Explore the trendy and lively Navigli neighbourhood while tasting arancina, one of Italy’s most iconic street foods. As we pass some of Milan’s oldest churches, we’ll stop for a local pride: unique Milanese-style pizza, a fluffy and delicious city staple. Save room for a traditional Pasticciotto, a golden, flaky pastry filled with rich custard, paired with an authentic Italian coffee and its signature "cremina." We’ll end on a high note with artisanal gelato, crafted with exceptional care and natural ingredients. As with all our tours, there’s also our delicious Secret Dish, served with a special seasonal side!
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Itinerary
Porta Genova is a railway station in Milan, Italy, located on the Passante Ferroviario di Milano suburban railway line. It was opened in 2004 and provides connections to other parts of Milan and the surrounding regions. The station is named after the nearby Porta Genova, one of the ancient gates of the city walls of Milan.
Darsena is a district in Milan, Italy, located in the Navigli area. It is known for its lively nightlife, trendy bars, and restaurants. The district takes its name from the Naviglio Grande canal, which used to serve as a commercial port and is now a popular spot for strolling and boating. The Darsena area has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, becoming one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Milan.
The Naviglio is a canal system in Milan, Italy, comprised of the Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese. The canals were originally built in the 12th century to connect Milan with other cities and to facilitate commerce. Today, the Naviglio is a popular tourist attraction, known for its picturesque waterways, historic bridges, and vibrant nightlife in the Darsena district. The Naviglio Grande is lined with cafes, restaurants, and bars, and is a popular place for boat rides and walks. The Naviglio Pavese, on the other hand, is a quieter and more rural canal that runs through the countryside.
A "Porta Ticinese" was already part of the medieval walls of Milan (12th century); the medieval gate is one of the few remnants of the medieval walls that are still in place, and it is located in the same area as the modern "Porta Ticinese", but closer to the city centre (as the medieval walls enclosed a smaller area than the Spanish walls). The current location of the gate (in a plaza that is now called "Piazzale XIV Maggio") was established during the Spanish rule, in the 16th century.
We walk and see the shopping street in one of the world's shopping capitals.
Discover the beauty of one of the coolest squares and building in the world: we won't enter the dome, but we'll have a look at it from the outside and leave our guests right in front of it.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- * Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- * Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- * This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(299)
This tour is amazing, showing you real authentic places to eat where locals would go. You won’t be disappointed, and come on an empty stomach. Elana was our guide and she was fantastic, so knowledgeable and very helpful.
Thank you for sharing your kind words. It’s always rewarding to hear from guests after their tour. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
One of my favourite ways to experience a city! I will always recommend the secret food tours.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It’s wonderful to know the tour became such an enjoyable part of your time in the city. We’d love to have you join Secret Food Tours again!
Fantastic food tour!! So much food and a terrific group. Our guide David was very informative, energetic and passionate!! Highly recommend.
Thank you for your review! Reading your comments was a pleasure for our team. We hope you’ll join Secret Food Tours again whenever you’re in another city.
Davide was a brilliant host, we thoroughly enjoyed the food tasting, excellent choice of restaurants . He made all of us feel welcome, and we had a good laugh. Highly recommended !
We loved reading your feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing when guests enjoy the tour as much as you did. We’d be delighted to host you again with Secret Food Tours.
This experience was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, local guide Elena who chose the best local restaurants in Milan for tastings and the caterers were very flexible to suit all dietary requirements. Would strongly recommend if you love fine good!
Thank you for touring with us! Your review reflects the welcoming experience we strive to provide every day. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Well worth the money. You will leave with a full belly. Davide was a great friendly guide who shared his love for food, travel, and Milan.
We appreciate you being part of the experience! Hearing that the tour left such a positive impression is wonderful feedback for our team. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours.
David is very friendly. He made the tour relaxed and joyful. The food were wonderful.
Thank you for joining our tour and sharing your experience. Hearing that everything came together so well is always rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
One word… WOW! What a great adventure! They say the guide matters - TRUE. They say the people who are part of the tour matter - TRUE! This was the perfect combo. ELENA is truly a lover of her city and you can feel it in every story she shares. She loves Milan, she loves food, and she loves people. We were a small group (3 ladies who were all solo travelers) and we had a BLAST! Not only did we try fantastic food, we went to local places that truly celebrated Milanese food and culture. EVERYTHING was perfect - the places, the food, the timing, the history. The secret treat was Steak Tartare and it was FANTASTIC! What a lovely surprise! Thank you Elena - you made this trip so memorable! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - oh, and by the way - you will be so full by the end!
Your review paints a wonderful picture of your time with us. We're pleased that so many aspects of the experience stood out. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Elena was an incredibly knowledgeable tour guide. I learned so much from her, and appreciated hearing about her personal experience as a Milano local!
Hearing that you enjoyed your time with us is great to hear. We're pleased that the experience left such a lasting impression. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Elena was an excellent guide! She combined delicious local food tastings with fascinating insights into Milan’s history and culture, making the experience both enjoyable and informative. Her knowledge, enthusiasm, and friendly personality made this one of the highlights of our trip. Thank you Elena!
We appreciate you sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that everything came together so smoothly from your perspective. We hope you'll join Secret Food Tours again in the future.
