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Milan: Navigli Food & Drinks Tour with Eating Europe
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Tour Highlights
Full Description
Wander along historic canals and lively streets as you explore a neighborhood shaped by tradition, creativity, and a dynamic culinary scene. Along the way, enjoy a curated progression of tastings that reflect both regional heritage and modern Milanese culture.
Savor iconic specialties like focaccia di Recco and farinata, and risotto alla Milanese, prepared with the care and precision this classic deserves.
End on a sweet note with authentic artisanal gelato, crafted with natural ingredients and a silky, velvety texture that embodies the essence of Italian tradition. This is more than a food tour: it’s Milan, lived and tasted.
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What's Included
Included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Sip on Italian wine while you sit just steps away from the city’s iconic canals
- End your experience with a classic Italian dessert to leave your sweet tooth smiling
- Enjoy a full food journey from aperitivo to dessert in Milan’s Navigli district
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
Not Included
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Itinerary
Visit Sciuè Navigli, where Milanese aperitivo meets Neapolitan pizza tradition. Enjoy pizza fritta with a classic Campari Soda, all in the vibrant ambiance of the Navigli canals (stop and tasting can vary depending on departure time).
Duration: 30 minutes
Step inside one of Milan’s most authentic housing styles. Discover shared balconies overlooking inner courtyards that tell the story of working-class community life, now reimagined as creative hubs, offering a quiet, intimate glimpse of Milan just steps from the lively Navigli canals.
Visit one of the most atmospheric corners of the Navigli. This historic alley recalls a time when washerwomen used the canal for daily work, with original stone washboards still visible. The flowing water and preserved setting offer a vivid glimpse into Milan’s pre-industrial past and community life.
Explore Milan’s historic canal district, where waterways once powered trade and daily life. Today it’s a lively neighborhood blending history, creativity, aperitivo culture, and charming streets along the water.
Stop at a beloved spot on the Naviglio Grande, known for top-quality meat sourced from a renowned local butcher. Enjoy polenta with Gorgonzola and a selection of premium charcuterie or carpaccio, paired with a glass of wine, all in a cozy yet contemporary Milanese setting (stop and tasting can vary depending on departure time).
Duration: 30 minutes
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop at an iconic restaurant in the Navigli, famous for reimagining Milanese classics. Enjoy risotto alla Milanese with saffron, a rich ossobuco meatball or venison ragu, perfectly paired with a glass of wine.
Duration: 50 minutes
End your tour with authentic artisanal gelato crafted by a husband-and-wife team for 15+ years. Made with natural ingredients and milk instead of cream, it’s lighter, silkier, and true to Italian tradition.
Duration: 15 minutes
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
End Point
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Local English-speaking guide
- Sip on Italian wine while you sit just steps away from the city’s iconic canals
- End your experience with a classic Italian dessert to leave your sweet tooth smiling
- Enjoy a full food journey from aperitivo to dessert in Milan’s Navigli district
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
The starting point is: Your guide will be waiting for you right in front of the main monument and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!. We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.