All Ascoli Piceno Tours & Excursions in 2026

The way to the heart of Italy lies at the dining table. Dive deep into Ascoli Piceno’s rich food culture on an intimate private culinary experience with your “Cesarina” host. Choose between lunch or dinner options, then work alongside your host in her kitchen to create three delicious local signatures. Savor them with a curated selection of red and white wines, plus coffee and conversation.

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic Ascoli recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Marche cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Experience authentic Italian food exactly the way it should be enjoyed—at home, and made with love. On this Italian dining experience in Ascoli Piceno, enjoy a four-course meal, home cooked and hand made by a real local Italian family. Sit at the family dining table and learn about local culture and customs, and hear about the local provenance of each ingredient.

Discover the enchanting charm of Ascoli Piceno on our 2.5-hour kid-friendly private walking tour, designed especially for families. This engaging tour takes you through the heart of the historic city, beginning at Piazza Arringo, one of the oldest and most picturesque squares in Ascoli. Here, explore the stunning Church of St. Emidio while your expert guide shares fascinating stories and legends that will captivate both young and old. Continue your journey to Piazza del Popolo, often considered one of the most beautiful squares in Italy. Admire the Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo from the outside, a symbol of the city's rich medieval heritage. Your guide will keep the kids entertained with interactive activities and fun facts, making history come alive in a way that’s both educational and enjoyable. Tailored to keep children engaged, this tour ensures that everyone in the family will leave with unforgettable memories of Ascoli Piceno.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

An unforgettable experience for true wine lovers. This guided tasting offers a deep dive into the essence of a historic winery, where tradition and sustainability meet. Discover the story of the land and the passion behind each bottle. Taste three signature wines—Passerina DOCG, Offida Pecorino DOCG, and Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC—perfectly paired with local specialties such as fritti ascolani, traditional cured meats, cheeses, and homemade bread. A journey through the authentic flavors and heritage of the Marche region.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Offida is the epitome of "living well" in the Piceno region, and we would like to take you on a walk to experience this atmosphere. Join this village tour to discover the history, food and wine and crafts tradition of this picturesque and expertly preserved village in Ascoli's hinterland. You'll have a chance to see the imposing medieval Abbey of Santa Maria della Rocca and perhaps meet some ladies intent on lace-making, producing elaborate lace decorations. And to finish in good company, we have reserved a table at a town wine shop that produces wines locally so you can also taste Offida at its best.

Experience Italian hospitality firsthand and learn how to cook like a true Italian “mamma” with this hands-on cooking class in Ascoli Piceno. Meet your host and instructor in their home and get to work preparing three authentic pasta dishes from scratch, including specialties like tagliatelle, gnocchi, and ravioli. Once you’ve perfected your technique, sample your handiwork with a final tasting that includes local wines and espresso.

Enrich your time in Ascoli Piceno and go beyond the tourist-track sights with this intimate home cooking class with a local host and instructor. Be welcomed into their family kitchen and dive right in to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch plus a sweet tiramisu dessert, all with one-on-one guidance. Pick up tips and techniques plus sample the fruit of your labors over a casual meal to cap off the experience.

The tour takes place with a tour guide and certified touristic cycle, affiliated with the FCI with third party liability insurance coverage. The historical, artistic and cultural aspects of the places visited will be illustrated. N.B .: e-bike rental not included in the price