Best Food Tours of Verona

The Veneto region of Italy is known for its prominent gastronomy, and some of Verona's most traditional dishes are proof of this. Bigoli con le sarde, risottos, paparele in brodo and tortellini di valeggio are some of the delicacies you cannot miss.

Savouring Italian gastronomy in this region of Veneto is definitely one of the best things to see and do in Verona, especially because it gives you an idea of how deep, wide and tasty the cuisine is in this city. There are certain tours that are ideal for getting to know these flavours, and these are some of them.

On this gastronomic walking tour you will savour the culinary culture of Verona by walking through its streets. You will be accompanied by an expert tour guide and taste exquisite dishes such as a typical cake accompanied by an Italian espresso.

You will have the opportunity to enjoy the taste of Valpolicella, while visiting a local wine shop to learn about wine production in the region. In addition, you will learn the art of tortellini preparation, how the dough is processed, rolled and stuffed, while indulging in some fresh pasta samples.

While exploring Italian gastronomy, you will learn about the history and architecture of Verona. You'll have the opportunity to tour the Roman Arena and other sites of interest. It's an almost personalised experience, with a maximum of ten people per group, making it one of the best Verona tours you can do in the city.

Details of interest

• Price: To do this tour you have to pay around 85 euros per person.
• Duration: The tour can last around three and a half hours.
• Means of transport: This activity is completed on foot, but you will have to get to the starting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option: You can choose the vegan or vegetarian option. All food and wine tastings are included.
• Disadvantage of this option: Transport to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included.

On this tour you will go to Valpolicella, a picturesque place with many hills and traditional family wineries, where you will be able to take many pictures of the whole landscape. But also in this place you will understand why it is a reference in the country as one of the most important wine-growing places in Italy.

This is an activity in which you will learn first hand how wines are made and aged. This experience with the company of a professional oenologist is an ideal plan to include among the things to do in Verona in summer.

After learning about the family history and heritage of this winery, you will have the opportunity to taste the finest wines, which are none other than Valpolicella, Ripasso and Amarone.

Interesting details

• Price: This tour costs approximately 64 euros per person.
• Duration: You can expect to take at least two and a half hours to complete the tour.
• Means of transport: You will travel by private bus and also by train.
• Advantages of this option: The visit to the winery and the private rural house is included. Tasting of local cheeses such as Monte Veronese is included.
• Disadvantage of this option: Consumption of other meals or drinks not included in the package is not included.

During this special class to learn how to make gelato, you will taste the exquisite flavour of gelato, which is nothing less than Italy' s favourite sweet. A real Italian chef will teach you the process of making the dessert from scratch, as well as helping you discover how sorbetto, one of the most special gelatos, is traditionally prepared.

What you'll love is that the chef will give you tips on how to put into practice the basic techniques of preparing gelato and sorbetto to enhance the natural flavours of the ingredients. You will also learn how to choose the best ingredients for the perfect gelato, as well as egg whipping and pasteurisation techniques.

Before you leave you will be given a free recipe booklet, which will allow you to continue practising at home. Thanks to the short time you will spend on this activity, it is one of the best options to include in your itinerary of things to do in Verona in one day.

Interesting details

• Price: To enjoy this activity you have to pay approximately €59 per person.
• Duration: The class lasts around two hours.
• Means of transport: You have to get to the place where the ice cream class will take place on your own.
• Advantages of this option: You get a free recipe book. It is suitable for you if you suffer from food intolerance or allergies, you just have to let us know in advance.
• Disadvantage of this option: Pick up and drop off at the hotel or accommodation is not included. Tips are not included. Not easily accessible for wheelchair users.

The chef leading the classes will be at the front of the Ristori Theatre, waiting for you at the appointed time. You will go with him and the rest of the group to the kitchen where you can start enjoying the cooking show and culinary tastings.

During the day's class, you will have the opportunity to make a variety of dishes, including bruschettas with tomato, a nice fresh pasta dish and risotto as a main course.

Finally you will prepare tiramisu. All the food will be accompanied by wine from the nearby Valpolicella region. When you finish the class, you will be given a booklet with all the recipes you have learnt during the day.

Interesting details

• Price: You can enjoy this experience for approximately 105 euros per person.
• Duration: The class can last around 3 and a half hours.
• Means of transport: You have to get to the meeting point on your own, so you will have to use your private car or arrive by public transport.
• Advantages of this option: You have the opportunity to advise of any dietary requirements when booking. The activity admits up to 10 participants.
• Disadvantage of this option: Gratuities are not included in the price. Transfer to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included.

This is an ideal experience to include among the things to see and do in Verona at Christmas, when it is winter season, the days are rainy and it is not advisable to make an outdoor wine tour. It's about visiting an interactive wine school in Verona where you can discover the aroma and taste of the most pleasant and famous local wines.

You will be able to taste several types of wines, the first one will be a dry white wine, which is none other than the glorious Soave. Then you will taste the Lugana wine, to prepare your palate and follow one of the most famous Italian flavours, which is none other than the wine of the Valpolicella area. Finally you will taste the intense Amarone.

Interesting details

• Price: To enjoy this activity you will have to pay around 38 euros per person.
• Duration: This experience lasts approximately one hour.
• Means of transport: This activity takes place at a fixed location, where you will have to arrive on your own using either public transport or by private car.
• Advantages of this option: Tasting of different alcoholic drinks is included. Aperitifs are included. The tasting is led by an expert in the field.
• Disadvantage of this option: The transfer to and from the hotel is not included.

On this tour of the best of Verona's food, you'll get a taste of the city's culinary scene, while getting insider information about the town and its history, taking photos and touring the historic centre. By the way, another way to tour the historic city centre is by taking a bus tour of Verona.

Accompanied by your tour guide, you will visit emblematic cafés, pastry shops and traditional restaurants where you will be able to taste at least ten specialities, including sweet drinks and savoury foods, while learning about the most interesting features of the authentic Verona cuisine.

Interesting details

• Price: This tour is priced at approximately 113 euros per person.
• Duration: The experience can last around three hours.
• Means of transport: This activity is completed on foot, so you will have to get to the starting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option: You have the opportunity to propose vegetarian alternatives. The tour is private, so only you and your group will participate.
• Disadvantage of this option: Transfer to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included.

This experience is one of the best things to do if you go to Verona in 2 days, because in the company of an expert guide and his dog you will go in search of scorzone truffles, and to do so, you will walk through the woods and lands surrounding Verona.

You will enjoy a pairing of Amarone wine and truffles, while learning and tasting the flavours and aromas of Valpolicella. The tasting will take place on a Veronese terrace with a beautiful view of Valpolicella.

It is important to know that the truffle hunt may be cancelled due to seasonal closure, in that case, this excursion will be replaced by a tour of the vineyard and cellars. The rest of the experience remains the same.

Details of interest

• Price: This tour costs approximately 107 euros per person.
• Duration: You can complete this experience in about two and a half hours.
• Means of transport: This activity is completed on foot, so you will have to make your own way to the meeting point.
• Advantages of this option: The truffle hunting excursion in the company of the Italian guide, or the tour of the vineyard, is included. You can enjoy food pairing with local food, including cheeses, salami, chutney and olive oil.
• Disadvantage of this option: This tour is not recommended for travellers with back problems, nor for pregnant women.

This is one of the most special cooking class programmes in Italy. You will get a taste of traditional Italian food preparations. You will love tasting Italian specialties such as bread, bruschetta, antipasti, ciabatta, tagliolini, tortelloni, pasta-ravioli, risotto and dolci polenta.

You will also taste and learn how to make braised red radicchio, mushrooms, salami, bigoli, potato dumplings with pork sausage and baci di Giulietta. These classes are held on Lake Garda, which is one of the most famous tourist spots in northern Italy. Classes are available between April and November, making it one of the best things to do in Verona in October.

Details of interest

• Price: This experience can be priced at around 145 euros per person.
• Duration: It can take around four hours to complete this experience.
• Means of transport: The activity takes place in a fixed location, so you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option: You have the possibility to choose the vegetarian option, just let us know at the time of booking. It is a private activity, so only you and your group will participate.
• Disadvantage of this option: The transfer to and from the hotel is not included. The minimum age to participate in this activity is 14 years old.

You will visit a winery in the hills of Verona. You will also enjoy a guided tour in Valpolicella, where you will learn in detail about the wine production in that region.

During the tour you will be able to taste at least three types of wine: Valpolicella, Ripasso and Amarone. After this visit, you will go straight to an olive grove and an olive oil factory.

Inside the factory you will see the olive groves, and learn all the details of the cultivation and production of this tree. Of course, after visiting this place, you will be able to taste the olive oil.

Interesting details

• Price: This tour can cost you around 140 euros per person.
• Duration: The experience can last around four hours.
• Means of transport: The tour is on foot, so you have to make your own way to the meeting point.
• Advantages of this option: Alcoholic drinks and snacks are included. It is a private activity, meaning that only you and your group can participate.
• Disadvantage of this option: This tour is not wheelchair friendly.

This is a walking tour of the city centre, accompanied by a tour guide who is an expert on everything you need to try in Verona. Not only will you learn about gastronomy, but also about the culture and history of the city. You will go from restaurant to restaurant tasting a wide variety of Veronese flavours.

You will visit the Basilica di San Lorenzo, where the gastronomic tour starts. There you will taste a traditional crostini and a glass of local wine. Further on you will pass through Porta Borsari, where you will taste the typical Veronese pasta.

The Basilica di Santa Anastasia is the next stop on this itinerary. Here you will eat a couple of main dishes: the Pastissada, or the Polenta con soppressa. Finally, you will pass by the Piazza delle Erbe, where you will taste the Risino, an exquisite Veronese dessert. If you prefer, you can taste some ice-cream and finish with the inevitable espresso coffee.

Interesting details

• Price: This tour costs approximately 79 euros per person.
• Duration: You can spend around three hours doing this tour.
• Means of transport: The activity is completed on foot, so you will have to make your own way to the meeting point.
• Advantages of this option: A local, multilingual expert will accompany you on the experience. You can discuss any dietary requirements when booking.
• Disadvantage of this option: Transport to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included.

• Wear comfortable shoes for the times when you need to do a lot of walking.
• Ask before you go on any of the tours if you can take children with you.
• Make sure you give advance notice of any requirements you have regarding the type of food you may or may not eat.
• Be hungry on all food tours, because if there's one thing you're going to do, it's eat.