Genoa Culinary & Wine VIP Private Tour

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Genoa Culinary & Wine VIP Private Tour

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
4 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, French, Spanish, Italian
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Other
Vegetarian, Pet-friendly, Private Experience
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Digital Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Indulge in Genoa's rich culinary scene on a private VIP tour. Savor exquisite wines and gourmet delights while exploring local flavors and traditions. Exclusive, tailored, and unforgettable.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Explore Genoa’s Old Town through its food, wine, and centuries of history. Start at Piazza De Ferrari, the Ducal Palace, and Porta Soprana - near Columbus’s childhood home - before heading into Soziglia and Vigne to taste products from centuries-old shops.


Continue to the Old Port for a guided wine tasting focused on Ligurian grapes. In Piazza Banchi, enjoy fresh handmade pasta and classic sauces like pesto. Then wander Canneto il Lungo and San Donato to sample local specialties and visit a unique cellar where Genoese sparkling wine is aged.


End at Piazza delle Erbe with handcrafted gelato from a historic chocolate factory dating back to 1866.


The tour is designed for you, and it can be tailor-made to fit your wishes.


The tours are guided by handpicked tour guides, fluent in English.


The meeting point can be customized for your comfort (according to your hotel location). For cruisers, the meeting point is 5-10 min walking from the terminal.


Back-to-ship on-time guarantee!

What You Get

Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Delicacies sampling + Wine

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

1

Piazza Raffaele De Ferrari

At the heart of Genoa lies Piazza De Ferrari, the city’s main square and a symbol of its modern elegance. Surrounded by grand buildings and crowned by its impressive central fountain, it marks the meeting point between the historic center and the new city. Lively and full of energy, this is the perfect spot to explore Genoa’s culture, architecture, and vibrant urban life.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Doge's Palace

Palazzo Ducale stands proudly in the heart of Genoa as a symbol of the city’s rich history and grandeur. The Ducal Palace is the most important landmark, and the 12th-century town walls are still visible, symbolizing the pride of the inhabitants.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Porta Soprana

Step back in time at Porta Soprana, one of Genoa’s oldest and most iconic city gates. Dating back to the 12th century, its imposing towers and medieval walls mark the entrance to the historic center. Just a few steps away, you can see where Christopher Columbus grew up, making this area a must-visit for anyone exploring the city. linking this historic gate to the city’s famous explorer.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Piazza di Soziglia

In the heart of the biggest historical center in Europe we can find authentic old shops that are like little gems, some of them have been open for more than 200 years! Let's try some typical products together!
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Palazzo San Giorgio

Standing proudly near the Old Port, Palazzo San Giorgio is one of Genoa’s most historic and impressive buildings. Built in the 13th century, it once served as both a government palace and the seat of the powerful Bank of Saint George, one of the world’s earliest banks. Its beautifully frescoed façade and grand architecture reflect Genoa’s maritime glory and make it a must-see landmark for anyone exploring the city’s rich past.
25 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Sottoripa

Located near the Old Port, the Portici di Sottoripa is one of Genoa’s oldest and most atmospheric streets. Dating back to the Middle Ages, its arched arcades once sheltered merchants and travelers arriving by sea. Today, it’s a lively walkway filled with local shops, traditional eateries, and street food stands, offering a true taste of Genoa’s vibrant everyday life.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Piazza Banchi

This area is popular both for the history of trade in the city and for nice small shops, one of these is a pasta workshop where we can have the best local fresh pasta accompanied by the traditional sauces, among which pesto is the most famous.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Via Canneto il Lungo

Winding around the hidden narrow streets you'll find the places and only locals know: a traditional shop to try a range of typical products and a wonderful wine cellar where a genoese wine producer age his sparkling wine, get to know about the history of the winery, the best wines and the company value!
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
9

Piazza delle Erbe

This is where locals go to hang out, chat and meet friends, end the tour with a very special handcraft ice cream: a chocolate factory that exists since 1866 provides an unforgettable tasting experience!
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point
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Genoa
Genoa, Genoa Metropolitan City of Genoa Liguria, Italy, IT
Port of Genoa
Port of Genoa, Via Garibaldi, Genova Città Metropolitana di Genova Liguria, Italy, IT, 16124
Galata Museo del Mare
Galata Museo del Mare, Calata Ansaldo De Mari, Genova Città Metropolitana di Genova Liguria, Italy, IT, 16126
Piazza Raffaele de Ferrari
Piazza Raffaele de Ferrari, Genova Città Metropolitana di Genova Liguria, Italy, IT, 16121
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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