Siena: Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal & Local Tastings

Summary

Siena flavors come alive with charcuterie tastings and a full Tuscan meal

You’ll taste Siena through its charcuterie and cheeses in Piazza del Campo, share stories over local wine with your guide, and sit down to a full Tuscan lunch near the cathedral. Expect laughter over coffee, new flavors in every bite, and moments where you forget you’re just visiting.

What’s the experience like?

We’d barely found our way into Piazza del Campo when our guide, Giulia, waved us over like old friends. She was already holding a paper cone of finocchiona and pecorino—“Try this first,” she said, and honestly, it was so salty and rich I nearly forgot to look at the square. The locals just strolled by, not even glancing at the crowds or the old bricks, which made me feel like we were peeking behind some invisible curtain. There’s this low hum of voices echoing off the stone; you can smell espresso from somewhere close but can’t quite tell which café.

After that first bite (and a quick sip of Chianti—yes, before noon), we wandered past the Siena Cathedral. Giulia pointed out a tiny bakery tucked between souvenir shops. She told us about her grandmother’s pici recipe and laughed when I tried to pronounce “cantucci” without mangling it. The air inside smelled like flour and almonds. I still think about that moment—the way everyone just paused for coffee or a sweet bite as if time slowed down for them.

The lunch itself was more than I expected: rustic bread with olive oil that tasted grassy, wild boar ragù that reminded me of autumn somehow, and wine poured generously but never rushed. People at nearby tables nodded hello—Siena feels small like that. We ended with espresso so strong it made my hands shake (in a good way). Walking back through the square, I realized I’d stopped checking my phone hours ago. That’s rare for me.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Discover Siena's culinary highlights

• Begin at Siena's main square
• Explore historic buildings nearby
• Taste local charcuterie and cheeses
• Enjoy a glass of local wine

Top questions

Where does the Siena food tour start?

The tour begins in Piazza del Campo, the main square of Siena.

Is lunch included on this Siena food tour?

Yes, a full Tuscan lunch is included along with snacks and drinks.

Are alcoholic beverages part of the experience?

One alcoholic beverage is included for participants aged 18 and above.

Is this tour suitable for children or families?

Yes, infants and small children can join using a pram or stroller.

Will there be an English-speaking guide?

The guide may speak both English and Italian during the tour.

Are public transportation options nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the meeting point.

What’s included

Your day includes tastings of Sienese charcuterie and cheeses in Piazza del Campo, bottled water to keep you refreshed as you walk through town, snacks along the way, a full Tuscan lunch paired with one glass of local wine (for those 18+), plus coffee or tea—all guided by someone who knows these streets well.