Genoa Food Tour with Pesto, Focaccia & Wine Tastings

Explore Genoa’s medieval alleys on a shared guided walking tour that pairs local flavors with stories of the city’s history. Follow an English- or Italian-speaking guide for a taste of Ligurian food culture beyond the landmarks.

• Taste Panini della Lunigiana alongside Genoa’s classic street foods
• Discover Liguria’s winemaking traditions through tastings of two regional wines
• Enjoy local sweets including chocolate-filled baci di dama almond cookies

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide under the arch of the large gated door at Porta Soprana, 1 minute from Columbus House. Depart at 10:00 or 14:30.
2. Explore the exterior of Colombo House on a 15-minute guided tour.
3. See the exterior of Doge's Palace during a 10-minute stop.
4. Enjoy a focaccia tasting at Focacceria Orefici during a 10-minute guided stop.
5. Take part in a 10-minute pesto workshop at Pesto Per Amore Campetto.
6. See the exterior of Cattedrale di San Lorenzo during a 10-minute stop, with an interior visit when open.
7. Taste fish and hear maritime stories at Friggitoria San Giorgio during a 10-minute stop.
8. Enjoy local ice cream at Cremeria Buonafede during a 10-minute stop.
9. Discover wines during a 15-minute guided tasting at Vinicola23.
10. Finish at Vinicola23 at 12:00 or 16:30, depending on your departure time.

The menu may change depending on the season and ingredient availability.

What's Included

• English- or Italian-speaking guide
• Street-food and local sweet tastings
• Two Ligurian wine tastings

Important details

• Ages 0–17 require accompaniment by a paying adult
• Bring a valid ID
• Pets are allowed
• Bus fare is not included in the listed price
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated
• Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled departure