Perugia Day tours
Taste Perugia Food Tour: Eat, Drink & Explore with a Local
Experience Perugia through its food, wine, and the history that shapes it.
Discover Perugia through food, wine and the people who live here
Explore the historic center with a licensed local guide who calls these streets home—someone who knows not just where to go, but who’s behind the counter, in the kitchen, and at the next table.
As you walk through Perugia’s ancient streets, you’ll stop for a series of generous tastings of Umbrian food, local wines, and craft beer. All included, and enough for a full meal.
The original
Perugia Food Tour
This is Perugia’s original food tour, shaped by years of living here and a deep connection to the city’s food culture. Your licensed guide lives in the historic center and knows the shop owners, chefs, and servers personally.
What's Included
A relaxed walk through medieval streets and quiet alleys, taking in Perugia’s key landmarks — from its Etruscan origins to the Renaissance — with stories woven in naturally along the way.
Cappuccino and a freshly baked pastry
Local cheeses, prosciutto, and traditional flatbread with craft beer
Extra virgin olive oil, crostini, and Slow Food beans with white wine
Handmade pasta with fresh black truffles and red wine
Perugia’s famous chocolate, chocolate liqueur, and amaro at a historic spice shop
Artisan gelato (or dairy-free sorbetto) from one of Italy’s Top 100 artisan gelaterias
This tour is for you if…
You enjoy discovering a place through its food and wine, prefer small groups and a relaxed pace, and value time spent with people who know the city well.
Dietary Notes
Vegetarian options available. Gluten-free pasta on request. Vegan options limited.
Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation.
Testimonials
In our guests' words
I’ve been coming to Perugia for the Umbria Jazz Festival 7 times now. Usually, I like to explore by wandering around and using trial and error—and honestly, you can’t get bad food in Perugia anyway! But I decided to join this tour to dive a bit deeper, and I’m so glad I did.
It turned out there are so many hidden gems in this city that I never would have discovered on my own. Pietrina was a wonderful guide. I learned so much from her, and most importantly, she introduced me to my new favorite local produce shop!
Big shout-out to Antonio and his amazing shop, Bavicchi. From great Perugian chocolate, candied fruit, and orange peels to his homemade digestive liqueur and—wait for it—a 25-year-aged balsamic vinegar! This vinegar was my ultimate winning find. If you are a foodie, you know exactly what that means.
Highly recommended for both seasoned Umbrian travelers and first-timers alike.
Beautiful and delicious Perugia!!
We had a fabulous time on our food tour in Perugia! Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. It was the perfect combo of food and history and culture. Every place we went was delicious and interesting! What a stunning city!!!
This is an absolutely wonderful food tour and Perugia is an amazing city to visit. I had two groups that I took to Perugia in October with 10 and 13 people and Susan and Richard take you on a fabulous culinary/history tour of this wonderful and historic city. You will make 6-7 stops and taste a wide variety of food and drink and will definitely leave with a full stomach but also get a good walk in. A definite must if you are near Perugia.
Absolutely, positively amazing day! Our guide, Petriena was so friendly along with knowledgeable and patient with our late start. We learned so much and the food was delicious. We even met the owner Susan, who helped us navigate a solution to a problem 3 of our traveling companions experienced. Thank you for a beautiful memory and we hope to return to Italy to book another tour with this lovely company.
Our food tour with Pietrina was a highlight of our trip. We had great fun sampling local food and drink, getting recommendations for additional places to eat and shop during our stay in the city, and learning about the history and culture of Perugia. We thoroughly enjoyed discussing all things culinary with our gracious and knowledgeable guide. We took our tour with Pietrina early in our two-week stay, which worked out very well because it gave us a good foundation and orientation and made us feel welcome and comfortable.
Richard was an excellent host and tour guide with a font of information on the Perugia Historic centre and on the food and drinks we were served at the various tastings at the lovely and interesting venues we visited. Highly recommend you take this tour as it provides way more than just food tastings which were also very generous. Thanks for the fabulous hospitality Richard it added another layer of memories for us to take away and share with others. Perugia was well worth a visit and extended stay. Kind regards Steve and Sarah from New Zealand
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
We’re here to help you.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Yes. The pace is relaxed and group sizes are small, making it suitable for all ages, including families and mixed-age groups.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
How much walking is there on Taste Perugia?
Taste Perugia takes place on foot in Perugia’s historic center. Expect cobblestones, hills and some steps along the way, balanced with seated tastings. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Is Taste Perugia suitable for guests with limited mobility?
Perugia’s hills, cobblestones and steps can be challenging for guests with limited mobility. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us before booking so we can discuss whether the tour will be suitable for you.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No. Unfortunately, Perugia’s historic center includes steep streets, cobblestones, and steps that make it difficult to navigate in a wheelchair.
Is the tour stroller friendly?
Yes. The route includes some cobblestones, so a sturdy stroller is recommended.
How much food is included? Will I actually be full?
How long does the tour last?
Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on the group.
How many people will be in my group?
Groups are kept small, with a maximum of 12 guests on public tours.
Do I need to bring cash or pay for anything on the day?
No. All food, wine, and beer tastings are included.
Should we tip our guide?
Tipping is not required but always appreciated
What should I wear?
Comfortable shoes are essential. The streets are hilly and cobbled. Dress for the weather—the tour runs year-round.
Does the tour run in all weather?
Yes, rain or shine. Tastings take place indoors, so the experience is not affected.
Where does the tour start and end?
Meeting point details are confirmed at booking. The tour ends in the historic center, close to where it begins.
Is parking available near the starting point?
Yes. Parking is available outside the historic center, about a 7–10 minute walk from the meeting point. Details are included in your booking confirmation.
Can I book a private tour?
Yes. Private tours are available for groups of 10 or more. Please get in touch for details.
What languages is the tour available in?
The tour is conducted in English.
What is your cancellation policy?
The tour is refundable up to 24 hours in advance of the tour start time. Please notify us by email.