Discover Verona among glasses of Amarone and authentic flavors
Let yourself be guided on a journey of taste with this gastronomic tour in Verona, designed for those who wish to know the city through its most authentic flavors. Accompanied by an expert food and wine guide, you will walk among alleys, squares and evocative views, stopping in selected shops and historic venues to taste risotto with Amarone, typical cheeses, local cured meats and crunchy artisan biscuits. Each stop is paired with a local wine tasting, including the inevitable Amarone della Valpolicella, which will be presented to you in a clear and engaging way.
Between one glass and another, you will discover curiosities about Verona, its culinary tradition and the symbolic labels of the region, living a convivial and relaxed experience, perfect for both couples and small groups of friends seeking authenticity.
Highlights
Take part in an engaging guided tour in the center of Verona, designed to let you discover the city through its food and wine excellences, between stories, walks and selected tastings along a carefully crafted itinerary.
Taste the famous Amarone della Valpolicella along with other Veronese wines, learning to recognize their aromas, structure and food pairings thanks to the clear and passionate explanations of an expert guide.
Savor an authentic risotto all'Amarone prepared according to local tradition, paired with typical cheeses and cured meats, to understand how wine can become the star ingredient of iconic dishes.
Discover historic shops, osterie and venues frequented by the Veronese, with stops dedicated to local cheeses, artisan cured meats, sweets and traditional cookies, experiencing the city like a local and not just as a passing visitor.
Enjoy the convivial atmosphere of a small group, perfect for those who want to ask questions, share impressions about the tastings and meet new people passionate about wine, Italian cuisine and experiential travel.
An itinerary in taste among the historic streets of Verona
Your food and wine guided tour in Verona begins in the heart of the historic center, where you will meet the guide and the rest of the small group. After a brief introduction to the city's history and its culinary traditions, you will begin a pleasant walk among ancient palaces, lively squares and scenic views, while anecdotes are shared about old markets, taverns of the past and ancient food-related crafts. The first stop is usually at a selected shop or wine bar, where you can taste local cheeses and typical cured meats of the Veronese territory, paired with a glass of white or rosé wine.
The guide will help you recognize aromas and textures, introducing the native grape varieties and explaining how the area's food and wine excellences are born, all in an informal and convivial atmosphere.
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What's included
- 3-hour guided walking tour
- Tastings of local products
- Small-group experience
- Coffee with traditional cookies
- Tasting of freshly made risotto
- Wine tasting with local cheeses
- Your expert local guide
- Transport to the meeting point
- Entry to historic sites
What's not included
- Transfers to and from the meeting point
- Personal expenses and extra purchases not included in the program
Good to know
Important
- Flag any allergies or particular food needs at the time of booking, so the guide and the selected venues can evaluate possible compatible alternatives.
- The tour takes place mainly on foot in Verona's historic center, so it is recommended to wear comfortable footwear and clothing suited to the seasonal weather conditions.
Good to know
- Please note that our tastings include alcohol and are designed for adults. For this reason, minors under 18 cannot take part in the tour.
Useful tips
- Arrive at the meeting point a few minutes early to start the tour calmly and not miss the guide's first introductory explanations.
- Remember to bring a small bottle of water and consider having a light meal before the tour, so you can fully appreciate all the planned tastings without weighing yourself down.
- If a wine or product especially strikes you, ask the guide for indications on producers, wine bars and shops where you can buy it and take it home as a memory of the trip.
Not allowed
- It is not allowed to take part in the tour visibly under the influence of alcohol or with behavior that may disturb the group or the venues visited.
- Pets are not allowed inside some venues, unless otherwise indicated or agreed upon in advance with the organizer.