Top Sicily Food Tours

Sicily is famous for its cuisine, and Catania is no exception. Savor some of the city’s staples with this street food tour through the old town led by a local insider. Stop at market stalls, food shops, and eateries to sample savory and sweet bites from deep-fried seafood to a luscious cannolo. Enjoy a dinner of local delicacies and take in a few of the city’s top attractions along the way.

Foodies visiting Palermo—this is the one for you! Delve into the city’s vibrant street food scene with the help of a guide to translate menus, explain what dishes are, and entertain you with historical information. Save hours reading reviews and research where to eat, and find out the places that locals love. This stress-free tour includes all tastings and a bottle of water.

Explore Palermo’s lively dining scene after dark when the temps drop, and the crowd thins with this evening street food tour led by a passionate foodie guide. Stroll through the city’s old town to take in the sights and discover the most beloved eateries and street vendors. Stop to feast on authentic Palermitano specialties and learn about their history and significance in the local culinary culture.

Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies such as stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history and culture. Find eateries you’d probably miss going alone. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.

Palermo’s old town is known for its splendid architecture and fabulous food scene. Experience both in a single tour with this foodie stroll that takes in the A-list sights plus the city’s liveliest market. Join your guide on a walk through the historic center to marvel at its sumptuous churches, palaces, and squares. Then head to the landmark Ballarò market, stopping for a number of tastings at the busy stalls.

Indulge all your senses on a walking tour of Palermo's rich street food traditions. Join a knowledgeable guide for a walk through the historic part of the city and its vibrant outdoor markets. Start at one of Palermo's puppet theaters and visit a street market, a street food shop, and landmarks in the historic center. Watch the lively scenes around you, observing what seems like another time.

Immerse yourself in the sites, smells and tastes of Palermo on this foodie walking tour. Navigate the maze of streets with your local guide, hear stories of its history and heritage, and sample traditional flavours at some of the city's hidden gems. End your trip on a high with a visit to the bustling Ballarò food market to savor some Sicilian delicacies shoulder to shoulder with the locals.

Sicily is famous for its food and fresh produce, but that means it can be hard to find the very best spots and local favourites hidden among the tourist traps. With this small-group Syracuse street food tour, you don’t have to worry about missing out—your guide knows all the tastiest local eats, from baked ricotta to almond pastries and lots more.

Go beyond sightseeing and connect with an artisan olive oil producer and his family at their farm in Sicily for a tour of the olive groves followed by a tasting lunch. Learn about the history and culture of olive oil production on the island as you stroll through the olive trees, then settle around the family table for a Sicilian lunch. Sample a variety of traditional dishes plus the farm’s own wine and olive oil.

Discover Taormina through its unforgettable flavors on our Taormina Food Tour, a journey through the charming streets and stunning sea views of one of Sicily’s most picturesque towns. Taste the dishes locals love, from traditional Sicilian specialties like arancini, cannoli, and fresh seafood to authentic family recipes. Each stop is carefully chosen to introduce you to genuine Italian culinary traditions and the best local producers. Your guide is a passionate local Foodie, a friendly expert who shares insider knowledge, explains each tasting, and brings to life the history and culture behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of Sicilian life. To ensure a personal and authentic experience, we welcome only small groups, so every guest receives full attention. Please note: the tour runs in English and Italian; other languages are available upon request.

Discover the symbol of Sicily when you book this small-group tour of Mount Etna that includes a wine tasting on the volcano’s slopes. Drive to the volcano to explore ancient lava tunnels and walk along the craters. Then, visit a winery for lunch and learn how the rich volcanic soils create the unique flavor of local wines. The tour is available in English, Italian, and Spanish.

Discover the most authentic side of Mount Etna with an experience that combines wild nature, adventure, and volcanic wine in total relax. Travel by jeep through ancient lava flows, forests, and lunar landscapes until reaching extinct craters at 1,900 mt above sea level. Here, you will enjoy a trekking experience on volcanic terrain, accompanied by an expert guide who will share the living history of the volcano and its eruptions. You will then enter a real lava cave equipped with helmet and torchan exciting experience that reveals what lies beneath the surface of Etna. The tour continues with a visit to a carefully winery where the mineral-rich volcanic soil produces unique wines. Enjoy a guided wine tasting of local varieties, followed by a brunch featuring typical regional products, a perfect moment to relax. Perfect for small groups, families and cruise passengers. Option/Departure: CATANIA CATANIA CRUISE TAORMINA-GIARDINI NAXOS GIARDINI NAXOS CRUISE ETNA POINT-ZAFFERANA ETNEA

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.

Learn to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a warm and welcoming setting, just steps from the beach and the sea, guided by a professional chef. This experience will make your Sicilian holiday truly unforgettable, letting you savor the authentic flavors and aromas of the island. Begin with a visit to a small local market in Taormina, where you’ll discover fresh, seasonal ingredients and immerse yourself in the vibrant local atmosphere. Then, prepare and enjoy traditional Sicilian dishes with your own hands. Discover ingredients carefully combined to create dishes that are never repetitive and always full of surprises: from the taste of the sea and the mountains, to the sweetness of almonds and ricotta, to the rich flavors of Sicilian olive oil and fresh local produce. Every dish tells the story of the region’s vibrant culinary tradition.

Step into the soul of Palermo on this immersive street food adventure through the historic Albergheria district. Wander through the lively Ballarò Market with your local guide, where centuries-old traditions meet bold Sicilian flavors and sizzling street food. Along the way, taste your way through a delicious line-up of Palermo's street food royalty: crispy arancine, crocchè, and soft sfincione pizza. Visit a hidden monastery-turned-bakery for divine pastries crafted from age-old recipes, sample sun-drenched tomatoes and “cheese on horseback,” and sip espresso from one of Italy’s top independent roasters. With each stop, you'll uncover stories of resilience, rebellion, and the enduring pride of Palermo’s food-loving locals.

Sicily is famous for its food scene, but it can be hard to find authentic Sicilian food outside the island—that is, unless you know how to make it yourself. On this half-day cooking workshop in Giardini Naxos, learn how to prepare three traditional Silicon dishes from scratch that you can recreate once your vacation ends. After your lesson, sit down to indulge in a freshly prepared lunch.

Discover Palermo through its food and wine on this traditional tasting tour through the city with a small group. Led by a local guide, you'll visit hidden foodie spots you'd struggle to find on your own, stopping to sample Sicilian cheeses, bruschetta, charcuterie, and cacio all’argentiera. Pair each tasting with up to three local wines as you uncover the city’s culinary highlights and discover places you’d be unlikely to find alone.

The tour will be dedicated to tasting Sicilian Street Food, we will visit the Ortigia Market chatting with the locals, guiding you to discover tradition and our culture. The tasting will include various samples of street food in 3 different typical Sicilian restaurants that use refined and genuine raw materials. The tour also includes a small tasting of two Sicilian wines. Our multilingual guides will accompany you to make this experience unique, walking through the hidden alleys of the island of Ortigia and savoring the local specialties. It is possible to add to the excursion a historical tour of Ortigia guided by one of our qualified guides. The guided tour option is available with an addition to the price.

Indulge your love of food and wine on this all-day tour of the Etna countryside. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s history and culture from a local guide as you cruise through scenic Sicilian villages. Stop at a family-run winery and an antique farmhouse with delicious food. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salami, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Discover the highest active volcano in Europe on a journey that combines geological wonders, the gastronomic excellence of Etna and the sweetness of its honey. You will taste Etna honey, olive oils, fine wines and typical products, at a selected local farm. We will take you to an altitude of 2000 meters to make you experience the thrill of walking on the edge of the Silvestri Craters, admiring the most iconic panoramic points of the volcano. The climax will be at Cantine Gambino or Murgo, among the top 5 historical out of 400 of Etna. Among vineyards and wonderful views, you will enjoy a lunch with tasting of 4 excellent wines expertly paired with traditional dishes. Your Expert Pro driver, fluent English speaker will be at your disposal to ensure you an unforgettable experience. Private pick-up and drop-off service included (Taormina, Catania, Messina or Porto) on vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi and comfort.

Get a taste of Sicily with this private tour to Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. Leave the driving to your private guide and take in the scenery as you drive through mountain villages, stopping at a local honey shop. Visit volcanic craters and an Etna winery for lunch and a tasting of red and white Sicilian wines.

When you’re in Palermo, dodge the tourist trap eateries that you can find anywhere, and make your own pizza and gelato instead. With a local "pizzaiolo" as your host, you’ll learn to make a kneadable dough that stretches wafer-thin, and create the toppings for favorite pizzas such as the margherita, marinara, and capricciosa. After, you’ll turn your attention to chocolate, finishing with your own handmade gelato.

Palermo’s street food scene is one of the best in Italy, but only locals know where to find the best bites. On this private tour, sample specialties from local favorites as you stroll past the most famous sights in the Old Town. Take in storied churches, visit traditional markets, and see Italy’s largest opera house as you sip and snack your way through the city. Relish the flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your dietary requirements and tastes.