Ferrara Food Tasting and Walking Tour
Ferrara, city of Renaissance and UNESCO World Heritage, has a very old history about food traditions, started with the Este family in the XVI Century. A food tour in Ferrara is the best way for discovering the main monuments of this wonderful city: the beautiful Estense Castle, the Cathedral and the Ducale Palace, Schifanoia Palace, the urbanistic project Addizione Erculea.
During a Food Tour in Ferrara, accompanied by local expert guides and escorts, you will have the opportunity to find out all the secrets about its food excellences and old traditions: ricciola, a salty dough for breakfast; pasticcio di maccheroni; pumpkin’s cappellacci (tortelloni); salami of Ferrara; coppia, typical bread; pampapato and tenerina, chocolate cakes; Fortana, local wine.
- Taste of Macaroni Pasticcio
- Cured-meats with local bread and local wine
- Private certified guide
- Breakfast with savory pasta and cappuccino/coffe
- Quick lunch with hand-mae pasta and dessert, glass of wine
AI Review Summary
The Ferrara Food Tasting and Walking Tour offers a delightful mix of culinary delights and historic sights in the Renaissance city of Ferrara. Reviewers rave about the experience, calling it great and incredible. Guests love the knowledgeable local guides who weave stories about the Este family's food heritage while strolling past landmarks like the Estense Castle and Ducale Palace. The tasting includes specialties such as ricciola, pumpkin cappellacci, and Fortana wine, which reviewers describe as unforgettable. No notable negatives were mentioned, suggesting the tour meets expectations. Highly recommended for food lovers and history buffs alike.
Travel Tips:
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking the historic streets.
- Bring a small appetite and be ready to try sweet treats like pampapato and tenerina.
- Visit in spring or early autumn for pleasant weather and fresh market produce.
Itinerary
- Via delle Volte
- Piazza Trento e Trieste
- Ferrara Store
- Castello Estense
- Palazzo dei Diamanti
What's Excluded
- Tickets to monuments or museums in Ferrara
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Rating: 5 out of 5 based on 1 reviews
Popular keywords: incredible
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
