Milan Food Tour: 7 Tastings, Risotto & Wine in Navigli

Seven stops through Milan's food scene, starting with creamy risotto

You walk through Navigli and the Ticinese neighbourhood, stopping at seven food spots for risotto, arancina, pizza, pastry, gelato and wine: all included, no separate bills. The route passes the Duomo and medieval gates, but the focus stays on eating. Comfortable shoes and a couple of hours are what you need.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Naviglio Grande1h
2. Ticinese30m

Explore Milan's Navigli and landmarks

• Start at Porta Genova station
• Visit Darsena district
• Walk along Naviglio Grande canal
• See medieval Porta Ticinese gate
• Stroll shopping street
• View Milan Cathedral exterior

The experience

You could spend an afternoon wandering Milan's Navigli neighbourhood alone, stopping wherever looks good and hoping you land somewhere worth eating. Or you could walk it with someone who knows which risotto spot still uses the old Lombard technique, where the taleggio and pear actually belong together, and why the arancina at the next corner tastes different from anywhere else in the city. The food tour takes the guessing out of it. You move through Porta Genova, past the Naviglio Grande canal, and stop at seven places in sequence, each one a small, deliberate taste rather than a full meal.

The walk itself covers the parts of Milan that feel lived-in rather than polished. You'll see the medieval Porta Ticinese gate, pass through the shopping streets that made Milan what it is, and end up in front of the Duomo, but the real stops are the ones in between. Creamy risotto with taleggio and pear comes first, then golden arancina, then the Milanese-style pizza that locals actually eat, not the tourist version. A traditional pasticciotto (that golden, flaky pastry filled with custard) arrives with an Italian coffee and its cremina on top. Artisanal gelato closes the loop. Two glasses of wine (red and Prosecco) are built in, plus the tour's signature secret dish with a seasonal side, which changes depending on what's available and what the season allows.

The whole thing moves at a walking pace, which means comfortable shoes matter. You're covering ground between stops, not sitting down. Groups stay small, and the route can shift if a location isn't open or the weather turns. If you have dietary needs, you contact them before the tour so they can adjust the stops. It's the kind of afternoon that works if you want to eat like someone who lives in Milan without spending three hours figuring out where to go.

What’s included

Your day includes creamy risotto with taleggio and pear, golden arancina, authentic Milanese-style pizza, a traditional pasticciotto with rich custard, artisanal gelato, a glass of red wine, two glasses of Prosecco, and the signature secret dish with a seasonal side. The walk covers Porta Genova, Naviglio Grande, Darsena, Porta Ticinese, Milan's shopping streets, and the Duomo, with all tastings and drinks included: no separate bills at each stop.

Options for this experience

2 options

Small-group food tour of MilanGuide in English · 5 departure times: the first at 11:30, the last at 18:30Pick this choice to take part in our Secret Food Tour Milan with a group of no more than 12 people.

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Before you book

Lasts 3h, runs every day, 5 start times, from € 77.60 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 11:30, the last at 18:30

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Secret Food Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to eat through Milan's real neighbourhoods without planning seven separate stops or wondering if you've chosen well: the fixed route and included tastings mean you taste what matters and move at a pace that lets you actually taste it.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the Milan food tour?

The tour typically runs 3–4 hours, covering the Navigli and Ticinese neighbourhoods with stops at seven food locations.

What's included in the tastings?

Creamy risotto with taleggio and pear, golden arancina, Milanese-style pizza, traditional pasticciotto with custard, artisanal gelato, two glasses of wine (red and Prosecco), and the signature secret dish with a seasonal side.

Where does the Milan food tour start?

The tour begins near Porta Genova and moves through the Navigli neighbourhood, passing Naviglio Grande canal, Darsena, Porta Ticinese, and ending at the Milan Cathedral (Duomo).

Is the tour suitable for people with dietary restrictions?

Yes, but you must contact the operator in advance to let them know your dietary requirements so they can adjust the stops and tastings accordingly.

How much walking is involved?

There's a fair amount of walking between stops. Comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.

What if I have poor cardiovascular health?

The tour involves continuous walking and is not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health. Check with the operator if you have concerns about fitness or mobility.

Can the itinerary change?

Yes. The itinerary and menu may change based on location availability, weather, and other circumstances. The operator will confirm details closer to your tour date.