Top Italy Desserts & Sweets in 2026

Turin has been Italy's chocolate capital since the 17th century, and this intimate small-group tasting puts that heritage front and center. Set in an artisan chocolate shop, work your way through four types of chocolate including Gianduja—the city's own chocolate and hazelnut invention that inspired Nutella—as well as bean-to-bar creations.

Discover the sweet side of Turin with a food-focused walking tour. Taste several chocolate-based specialties of Torino including Bicerin (an espresso and chocolate drink), gelato, pastries, and chocolate bars. Follow your guide on a stroll through the heart of the city and learn about the history of chocolate making in this region of Italy.

Turin is a city celebrated for chocolate and wine, and this small-group tour dedicates serious attention to both of them. From your foodie guide, you’ll hear about the beloved "bicerin" drink, and "gianduiotti" and "cremino" chocolate. Tastings are included along the way, along with glasses of Piedmont wine and a platter of meat and cheese. Vegetarian or lactose-free diet? No problem; let your guide know on the day.

Discover Turin's world-class chocolate culture on this small-group walking tour with tasting stops. Hear the story of gianduja—the Piedmontese invention that inspired Nutella, as you taste your way through traditional chocolates and sweets at local cafés and specialist shops. Take in the city's elegant baroque arcades and piazzas along the way.

With so many spread-out sights, Rome can become a tiring place when you’re sightseeing. This golf cart tour cuts out both the fatigue and the heavier traffic, efficiently shuttling you around the key sights of Rome like the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon, with a sweet treat at the end—a gelato.

Milan is known for its fashion than its food, but the city is thick with great eateries if you know where to look. Discover the best spots to drink and dine in the buzzy Navigli district with an insider guide on this small-group food tour. Explore the variety of regional Italian food options in this compact area, including Sicilian, Neapolitan, and Pugliese specialties—along with Milanese classics. Sample a range of dishes paired with a glass of red wine as you stroll through Milan’s trendiest neighborhood.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food shapes Roman culture and sample food and wine from vendors across the city.

Be part of an amazing activity, which takes place in Monforte d’Alba: an exclusive wine and chocolate tasting experience. An event of 1 hours and 30 minutes, you’ll never forget An extraordinary journey through the history, nature, culture and taste of excellent wine made in Langhe area combined with chocolate made in Piedmont.

Turin is known for its prestigious cuisine featuring delicacies from truffles to chocolate. Take a deep dive into the city’s food culture with this gourmet walking tour to visit restaurants, learn about traditional dishes, and enjoy tastings and lunch with a foodie guide. Sample specialties including grissini, agnolotti and tajarin pasta, vitel tonné, chocolate, ice cream, and local wines.

Enrico Rizzi’s Chocolate Factory (La Fabbrica del Cioccolato) has become a popular Milan attraction, enticing both locals and travelers alike with its bean-to-bar laboratory and chocolate tastings. Secure your preferred date online to avoid missing out. Then, enjoy quick and easy access to this world of Italian chocolate in Milan’s central Ticinese neighborhood. Nice touch: All visits end with a tasting.

What distinguishes this tour is the excellence of the service and the attention dedicated to each customer. We will immerse you in the fascinating ancient world of eternal Pompeii, admiring its renowned excavations led by an Expert archaeologist and avoiding the long waits thanks to the skip the line entrance. After immersing yourself in history, relax in an exclusive vineyard on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius: enjoy a delicious lunch with the authentic flavors of Neapolitan tradition and savor a refined tasting of the four best wines that the fertile land of this famous volcano has to offer.

Palermo is a city rich in culture and art with eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. But, if you don’t know where to go, there’s a risk you might leave with the wrong impression. So opt for a Palermo walking tour with a passionate local guide, and orient yourself around the city’s historical attractions such as La Martorana church and Palermo Cathedral. Even better: a Sicilian cannolo or granita is included.

Venice is more than an open-air museum; it’s also a world-renowned gastronomy hub. Discover the full-flavored wines of Veneto during this insider’s wine crawl, and see where famed writer Ernest Hemingway loved to sit and write. Enjoy tasty food pairings along the way from fresh regional ingredients, as you learn how to eat—and more importantly, drink—like a true Venetian local.

Avoid the rush of group tours and explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace with this self-guided AI video tour. Simply download the app on your phone, plug in your own headphones, and explore. Wander the main floors of the ancient amphitheater before continuing to the nearby ancient sites. Upgrade for access to the restricted arena floor, or to add on a VR experience.

Learn to cook authentic Italian recipes firsthand with this interactive, hands-on cooking class in Florence, set in a traditional restaurant a few minutes from the Duomo. Your professional chef guide will teach you how to make fresh pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu from scratch, sharing the rich cultural stories behind each dish. Enjoy a full meal with accompanying wine and take home recipe packs to recreate the experience at home.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.

Tying together Florence's historical, cultural, and architectural highlights takes planning—more than most travelers can manage alone. Leave the itinerary to a guide; check off sights such as the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and stop to see Michelangelo's "David" in the Accademia Gallery. Cap the experience with a visit to the Florence Duomo, the city's Gothic-style cathedral.

Take a Rome hop-on hop-off tour by open-top bus, and spend time city sightseeing as you travel past attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican City. Relax aboard the double-decker Rome tour bus, listen to the audio commentary, and hop on and off at any of the stops. Select a sightseeing ticket that’s valid for the same day, 24, 48, or 72 hours, or two panoramic night tours.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and explore Tuscany on a day trip from Florence. Explore the medieval city of Siena and its cathedral before heading to the hills of Chianti for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting (optional). Roam the streets of San Gimignano and travel to Pisa to admire the architectural drama of Cathedral Square—home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa. Upgrade to include admission to climb the tower.

Sicilian desserts are beloved the world over, but it takes a local insider to know where to find the best cannoli, cassata, and other indulgent treats. Take the guesswork out of satisfying your sweet tooth with this dessert-focused food tour that leads you straight to the top bakeries and pastry shops in Catania. Join your guide and a small group for a sugar-dusted stroll to sample classic and contemporary sweets while you learn about their history and lore.

Experience Milan from a unique perspective with this coffee-focused walking tour in the heart of the city. Perfect for coffee lovers, food enthusiasts, and curious travelers, this tour combines coffee tastings, history, and culture in one unforgettable experience. Meet your local expert in Milan’s historic center and begin your journey into the world of Italian coffee. This coffee tour in Milan is a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, ideal for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike who want to discover Milan through taste, aroma, and storytelling.

Discover Florence at your own pace with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day passes to suit your vacation schedule and budget. Then enjoy the flexibility to decide which stops to get off at. Explore landmarks including Teatro Verdi, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more as you go. With frequent departures and panoramic views, this tour offers the perfect overview of what Florence has to offer.

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel without spending hours in line on this comprehensive tour, which includes skip-the-line entry and visits to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Navigate the vast halls, artwork, and history with a guide who offers special insights into collections you would likely miss on your own.