Milan: Sunset Navigli Food & Drinks Tour by Do Eat Better
Description
Discover Milan through its flavors on our Milan Aperitivo Food Tour, a journey through the historic streets of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Taste the dishes locals love, from rich traditional specialties to the finest cocktails and Italian delicacies. Every stop is carefully chosen to introduce you to authentic Milanese culinary traditions, showcase the best local eateries, and create an unforgettable food experience. Your guide is a passionate local “Foodie”, a friendly expert who shares insider tips, explains each dish, and reveals the history and stories behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of Milanese life. To ensure a personal and authentic experience, we welcome only small groups, so every guest receives our full attention and guidance. Please note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages are available upon request.
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Meet your guide at the designated meeting point, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable food adventure through Milan! This aperitivo tour will take you on a journey to discover the many delightful variations of the iconic Italian tradition. From classic cocktails to innovative twists, you'll taste a variety of aperitivi that showcase the best of Milan’s culinary culture. Let the journey begin!
On Viale Gorizia, just steps from the Navigli, you’ll enjoy the traditional tagliere, a generous board of artisanal cured meats, savory bites, and local specialties. Each item reflects Milanese craft and tradition, offering a taste of the flavors Italians savor during long aperitivo evenings. As you eat, take in the lively canals, buzzing cafés, and colorful streets that make Navigli one of Milan’s most vibrant and picturesque neighborhoods.
In the historic Porta Genova area, near Milan’s bustling old station, we’ll sample classic street food bites like focaccia and farinata. Crispy, warm, and packed with flavor, these local favorites offer a true taste of Milanese everyday life. As you enjoy them, take in the lively streets, colorful markets, and the vibrant energy that surrounds this historic part of the city.
Stroll along the iconic canals of Naviglio Grande, where you’ll enjoy a delightful treat: Milanese Risotto. A classic dish from Milan made with Arborio or Carnaroli rice slowly cooked in broth until creamy, enriched with butter, bone marrow, and grated Parmesan. Its signature golden color comes from saffron, which adds a delicate aroma and a subtle earthy sweetness. Rich, luxurious, and silky, it’s sometimes served alongside the traditional ossobuco or meaty alternatives.
At this stop in the lively Ripa di Porta Ticinese area, you’ll enjoy a perfectly crafted cocktail, prepared with care and bursting with flavor. Beyond this tasting, you’ll also experience the essence of Milan’s famous aperitivo culture, a beloved social ritual where locals gather to relax, enjoy small bites, and soak in the vibrant energy of the canals, historic streets, and buzzing nightlife that make this neighborhood so iconic.
At our final stop in the Naviglio Grande area, you’ll enjoy a delicious gelato, crafted with the finest ingredients for a perfectly sweet ending to your tour. Beyond the taste, this moment captures the spirit of Milanese life, as you take in the lively canals, charming bridges, and vibrant atmosphere that make the Naviglio Grande one of the city’s most beloved neighborhoods.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
Reviews(600)
Anna Maria was a lovely host, full of interesting information and organised us well. Such a hot evening but Anna Maria adapted the tour to meet the needs of the group. Some lovely stops, the risotto was superb, even got to take home the recipe card.
Anna was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and various types of food and drinks. She was fun to tour with.
Annamarie was fantastic! She arrived right on time, spoke excellent English, and gave us a wonderful local experience. She took us to several authentic restaurants, and the value was incredible—essentially a four-course meal, plus dessert and after-dinner drinks. Everything was well organized, delicious, and enjoyable from start to finish. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience and a great introduction to the local culture.
Annamarie was wonderful. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Food options and drinks were wonderful. Good value for the money.
We had a great time on our food tour. Our guide was Alarico and he was awesome! He had a lot of food knowledge about all the foods and drinks we had and was enjoyable to talk to as we walked through the streets of Milan! Would highly recommend!
Anna Maria was wonderful! I can’t wait for the recipe for her famous strawberry tiramisu! The tour was amazing and her knowledge of the city was great.
Ann was so wonderful and knowledgeable. She had great stories to share and always gave the food a local flare. Would highly recommend.
Anna Maria was a wonderful guide. We absolutely loved the area and it was a great experience!
Alarico was a blast! This was a fun experience! The food was mostly carbs and the drinks were good. We enjoyed the time with the group and got to go to 5 different places.
Ana was a doll as a guide, it was a great experience and I enjoyed each spots. The group we had was also good time. Would recommended even a solo traveler and Ana as your guide. I also enjoyed her recommendation for drinks after the tour.
