Perugia Food Tour: Medieval Streets, Local Tastings & Wine

Four stops, one full meal, and the flavors locals actually eat

A 3-hour walking food tour through Perugia's medieval center with a local English-speaking guide, stopping at four venues to taste traditional Umbrian charcuterie, street food, fresh pasta and dessert paired with regional wine. Small groups keep the experience personal, and the guide explains the history and producers behind each tasting.

Step-by-step itinerary

Perugia full meal walking tour

• Start near Church of Saint Fortunatus
• Stroll neighborhood and taste charcuterie with wine
• Admire Arco Etrusco and enter historic center
• Taste torta al testo street food
• Explore main piazza and streets
• Enjoy fresh pasta at traditional trattoria
• Visit Rocca Paolina landmark
• Taste local chocolate or artisan gelato
• End with Italian coffee

The experience

The tour starts near the Church of Saint Fortunatus, where you walk through the neighborhood streets to feel the rhythm of local life before your first stop: a tasting of traditional charcuterie paired with a glass of regional wine. From there you move through the Arco Etrusco, one of Perugia's most impressive ancient landmarks, and into the historic town center to try torta al testo, the beloved Perugian street food. The route is built around food, not sightseeing. Each stop is chosen because it represents what locals actually eat.

At the third stop, you sit down in a traditional trattoria to eat freshly made pasta with classic local sauces, a proper taste of Umbrian home cooking rather than a sample. The walk then takes you past Perugia's main piazza and toward the Rocca Paolina, where you pause for a sweet finish: local chocolate or artisan gelato. The tour closes with an Italian coffee, a moment to slow down and let the meal settle before you leave.

Your guide is a local food expert who speaks English and Italian, sharing insider knowledge about the producers, the recipes and the culture behind each dish. The group stays small so everyone gets attention and can ask questions. Wine is included with the meal, and the whole experience is designed as a full lunch broken across the walk rather than a rushed tasting.

What’s included

• English-speaking local guide who explains the history and producers behind each dish.
• water throughout the walk.
• at least one regional wine pairing.
• a full meal across four stops including traditional charcuterie, torta al testo, fresh pasta with local sauces, and local chocolate or gelato.
• Italian coffee to close the experience.

Options for this experience

3 options

DealGuide in English or Italian · Only on 10 Nov · 11:30Surprise

Traditional food tour of PerugiaGuide in English or Italian · 11:30

Food tour with a special drink cardGuide in English or Italian · 11:30Special drink card (18+ only): you will be offered at least 3 alcoholic drinks during the tour, including wine, beer or spirits.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 11:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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 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-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Do Eat Better Experience

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to eat like a local rather than taste small samples. You're sitting down to fresh pasta and charcuterie, not stopping for bites. The small group size and local guide mean you learn why these dishes matter to Perugia, not just what they taste like.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What exactly do I eat on the Perugia food tour?

You taste traditional Umbrian charcuterie with wine at the first stop, then torta al testo (a local street food), followed by freshly made pasta with classic sauces at a trattoria, and finish with local chocolate or gelato. By the end, you've eaten the equivalent of a full meal across four stops.

How long is the walking food tour in Perugia?

The tour runs for 3 hours and covers the medieval streets of the city center, moving between stops at a relaxed pace that lets you absorb the neighborhoods and the stories behind each tasting.

What's included in the Perugia food tour price?

The tour includes an English-speaking local guide, water, and at least one alcoholic drink paired with the meal. All food tastings across the four stops are included. You're eating a full meal, not sampling small bites.

What is the Rocca Paolina and why is it on the tour?

The Rocca Paolina is a landmark fortress in Perugia that offers a unique perspective over the city. The tour passes it on the way to the dessert stop, giving you a moment to see the view before finishing with chocolate or gelato nearby.

Is the Perugia food tour suitable for people with dietary restrictions?

The tour centers on traditional Umbrian dishes and wine pairings, so it's not flexible for strict dietary needs. Guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies cannot participate for safety reasons. If you have other concerns, contact the operator before booking.