Top Genoa Food Tours

Capital of Italy’s beautiful Liguria region, the coastal city of Genoa takes great pride in its local cuisine—with fresh flavors and traditional recipes handed down through the generations. On this walking tour, explore Genoa’s culture and lifestyle through its food and learn why Italian cuisine is the envy of the world. Sample pasta dishes with fresh pesto, local cheeses and seafood, and savory pastries, and taste the flavors the locals love.

Treat yourself to a more intimate way to see the Liguria coastline, and set sail on a private boat for an experience that's tailored to you. What you do and where you go is up to you; leave the itinerary in the hands of the capable skipper, or create a personal route. Lunch and swim stops are included, and you'll use your deck time to help with the sails, or simply bask in the sun.

The Italian city of Genoa, where pesto got its start, is home to antique shops; stunning 15th-, 16th-, and 17th-century palaces; and scores of outstanding restaurants and bars. This tour leads you through the top sites, secluded squares, and hidden spots. You’ll try local Prosecco, coffee, pesto, and focaccia, all with the expertise of a local guide.

Treecycle brings you to discover the most unusual and beautiful places in town, out off the beaten tracks! The staff is made by local and enthusiastic guys and girls, that love their city and want to share with you its secrets and treasures; furthermore, we work only with small groups in order to guarantee a top quality level and to offer a tour tailored on you!

Stroll through the charming historic center of Genoa and learn some anecdotes about the glorious past of the ancient Maritime Republic. Stop in authentic local shops to try the best specialties and visit an extraordinary winery located in the heart of the historic center to learn about the local wines produced in Valpolcevera: you will taste 2 different wines and also see the collection of ancient tools for the production of wines used in the century last!

Genoa is known for its UNESCO-listed monuments and gigantic Aquarium, but there’s so much more to see in the port city. On this Lokafy walking tour, connect with a Genoa local who will show you around their city like a friend and take you to the neighborhoods, museums, shops, and restaurants that they know and love. Chat with your guide before you arrive and devise an itinerary that suits your preferences and style of travel.

Explore the vibrant port city of Genoa as well as the gorgeous seaside resort town of Portofino during this full-day experience. Enjoy a morning walking tour of the historic city of Genoa, followed by an excursion to the pretty coastal town of Portofino.

Update 10/06/2020 We operate the tour safely respecting all the guidelines (the guide will wear a mask and keep recommended social distance) We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa. We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a hands-on home cooking class. Learn to prepare an authentic four-course Genoese lunch with local wine and coffee. Work with your host to discover the secrets to traditional Genoese pesto, trofiette pasta, panzanella, and dessert. Sit down and enjoy your meal on a terrace overlooking the ocean and bring your new cooking skills and printed recipes home with you

Get to know Genoa on a 4-hour walking tour of the city’s historic sights with stops along the way to sample local delicacies. Learn about the city’s past battles and innovations. Visit local shops to try delicious hand-made focaccia, and sip local wines inside a wine shop. Meet the people who give the city its vibrant character while you explore on foot on a 3-mile walking tour past landmarks like one of the world’s first banks, and the birthplace of denim.

Explore the city of Genoa with ease on a Segway during this small-group sightseeing tour. Learn about the importance of this historic port city as you zoom around historic landmarks including the Old Port district, the UNESCO-listed Caruggi area, and the Ducal Palace. End your tour with a relaxed walk along the seafront in the Porto Antico. All necessary equipment is provided and no previous Segway experience is necessary.

From the meeting point you will walk down to Camogli about 45 minutes (please wear comfortable shoes, the descent isn’t difficult but need to pay attentions at the pathway) with your guide and enjoy the beauty of the nature that surrounds you, learning about the cost, the nature and the wildlife. Upon your arrival to the winery in Camogli, you will begin your wine and local product tasting experience. You will learn the history of the local wine tradition, the cultivation method, and the wine production process. Throughout your experience, you will discover four different wines from different Ligurian wineries and taste them with the help of a sommelier. Your entire tasting experience will be accompanied by typical products such as Taggiasca olives and Focaccia. After the tasting, the tour will be over and you’ll be free to spend your evening in Camogli or get the bus with our guide to return to the starting point, San Rocco di Camogli.

Spend a memorable shopping day in an elegant and refined architectural setting in an open and safe environment.And enjoy a wine tasting in an elegant Villa, winner of the wine star awards for best European winery of the year.

Discover the most traditional dishes and specialties from Savona with an insider by your side with this guided foodie walk through the port city’s old town. Sample focaccia at a landmark bakery, two local flatbreads made with chickpea flour from a street food vendor, and pasta with pesto at a “pastificio” while taking in the city’s historic squares and churches, then satisfy your sweet tooth with a final gelato.

Enjoy a beautiful hike off the beaten track, immersed in nature and with fantastic views of the coast. Together with your expert nature and hiking guide you will discover the natural wonders along the trail. The hike ends with a unique experience: a visit to the vineyards and fields of the farmer Emilio and a tasting of wines, olive oil and tasty local specialities.

Spend a memorable shopping day in an elegant and refined architectural setting in an open and safe environment.And enjoy a wine tasting in an elegant Villa, winner of the wine star awards for best European winery of the year.

Enjoy your day-trip from Genoa Pier: meet your English speaking driver alongside your cruise ship and be driven to San Gimignano. A stroll through the core of San Gimignano, in the shadows of its surviving towers, is a delight. As the town was about a day's trek to Siena or Florence in the Middle Ages, it was a good stopover for pilgrims en route from those cities to Rome. Near the main gate, you can still see the remains of a 12th-century pilgrims' shelter. S.Gimignano counts 14 towers. A visit here also includes access to the archeological museum and Torre Grossa. After your walking tour enjoy a typical wine tasting and light lunch in one of the wineries of the area before heading back to Genoa.

The first vegan tour in Genoa! More and more people are vegan nowadays, but do you know that most of our grandmothers' delicacies are vegan? During this walking tour, you will taste traditional vegan finger food, such as focaccia, farinata and much more. Meanwhile you will find out where to buy vegan products, or where to enjoy a good vegan lunch or dinner. You’ll also learn the unique history of the ancient Sea Republic along the way, discovering the Old Port, the maze of typical narrow alleyways, the Cathedral, the Ducal Palace and the main square. This tour will make your mouth water! Guided walking tour with a vegan licensed local guide.

Travel like a local discovering the most authentic side of the Italian Riviera just a few minutes away from the famous Portofino village. With your expert and passionate local guide, discover Chiavari, a hidden gem not touched by tourism yet. Wander along the old alleyways lined with ancient arcades. Explore the lively open-air food market and find out old food shops passed down from generations. Be charmed by the traditional artisans' shops such as the woodcarver or the ones producing candles for the last five hundred years. Enjoy a relaxing pause in an old pastry shop and taste local cookies. Enter a traditional "Trattoria" and taste a plate of delicious Farinata, a sort of chickpea flour pancake that will delight your taste buds! Travel at your own pace with no rush or strict schedule. Travel like a local, away from mass tourism. Passionate private guide at disposal just for you.

Visit the vibrant market with a local home cook and immerse yourself in a 4-course private dining experience with an Italian family in their own home. Enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic regional recipes treasured in family cookbooks, all accompanied by a selection of local wines. • Go shopping at a local market and get advice on the most authentic ingredients from an expert home cook • Discover Rapallo's culinary heritage: taste a 4-course menu with an Italian family in their own home • Learn the secrets of an Italian dish with a cooking demonstration • Drinking water, selection of wines, and coffee provided • Take home a souvenir: the official ‘Cesarine’ shopping bag Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.