Overview
Meet the locals as you taste your way around Perugia’s historic center on this 4-hour tour. With a foodie guide, you’ll enjoy ten tastings of classic Umbrian foods plus wine and beer tastings from one-of-a-kind restaurants, charming cafes and shops as you walk in the footsteps of ancient Etruscans, Roman emperors, noble families and Renaissance painters.
You’ll enjoy enough food for breakfast and a hearty lunch including pastries, cheeses and cured meats, olive oils, fresh truffle pasta, chocolates, gelato and more!
Highlights:
• 4-Hour Food & Wine Walking Tour of Perugia with a local foodie guide
• Discover Perugia’s history + taste foods with an ancient history
• Enjoy 10+ samples of regional food, and discover where the locals go
• Meet the restaurant owners, chefs and shop keepers and hear their stories and passion
• Visit one of Italy’s Top 100 artisan gelaterias
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Historical insights along the route
Wines and craft beer tastings
10+ Food Tastings
Gratuities for guides
Hotel pickup and dropoff
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes early outside of Turan Cafe (not Turreno) in a group of stores just past the intersection of Via Calderini and to the right of the Fontana Maggiore if you are looking directly at the Cathedral.
End point
The tour ends very near to the starting point in Piazza della Repubblica/Corso Vannucci and just a few minutes walk to Piazza Italia, the bus station (Piazza Partigiani), the Pincetto mini metro station
What to expect
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Turan Cafè
20 min
Enjoy breakfast Italian style and learn the history of this charming cafe as you sip a creamy cappuccino or tea with a freshly baked pastry.
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Caffè di Perugia
20 min
Enjoy a variety of typical cheeses and Umbria’s famous Prosciutto in a historic cafe linked to Umbria's rich fabric traditions.
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Osteria a Priori
30 min
Sample the ancient and nearly extinct Fagiolina del Trasimeno with tangy olive oil and Grechetto wine.
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Antica Spezieria e Drogheria Bavicchi
20 min
Step back in time while tasting Perugia's famous and lesser known chocolates at the city's oldest spice shop and general store.
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Perugia Tartufi
30 min
Enjoy a taste of Sagrantino wine alongside a plate of handmade pasta with black truffle sauce. Then meet Marco, a truffle hunter and taste a variety of truffle products.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for vegan or gluten free travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Taste Perugia Food Tour Led by Local
Can I cancel Taste Perugia Food Tour Led by Local for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes early outside of Turan Cafe (not Turreno) in a group of stores just past the intersection of Via Calderini and to the right of…
What's included?
- Local guide
- Historical insights along the route
- Wines and craft beer tastings
- 10+ Food Tastings
What's not included?
- Gratuities for guides
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
Which places does it visit?
It visits Turan Cafè, Caffè di Perugia, Osteria a Priori, Antica Spezieria e Drogheria Bavicchi, Perugia Tartufi.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Via Del Vino Food & Wine Tours
