THE BEST 10 Perugia Dining Experiences in 2026 (Prices from $14)

Spoleto Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine

Immerse yourself in Spoleto’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Spoleto’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover Umbrian cuisine and its farm-to-table philosophy. After an hour of exploration, head to a local home kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using fresh, high-quality local ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Umbrian dishes like handmade strangozzi pasta, truffle-infused specialties, or rustic lentil soup, mastering traditional techniques passed down for generations. Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade feast paired with fine Umbrian wine in the cozy, welcoming atmosphere of an authentic home in Spoleto. Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Spoleto’s rich flavors.

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Spoleto Walking Tour & Traditional Cooking Class with Wine

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

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Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Perugia

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Small Group Market tour and Dining Experience at a Cesarina's home in Spoleto

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Guided Winery Tour and Private Tasting in Montefalco

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

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Ravioli, Pasta and Tiramisu Class at a Local's Home in Perugia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Taste the wines of Montioni in the heart of Montefalco. Immerse yourself in the tradition and passion that has always distinguished Montioni. Purchase their products and enjoy a wine tasting in a cozy and engaging atmosphere. Visit the Montioni Store, located in the heart of Montefalco, just a 1-minute walk from the main parking lot. Take a break in a welcoming, fresh, and refined place. Taste the winery's prestigious wines in a historic building, completely renovated for a relaxing and sensory experience.

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Wine Tasting in Montefalco

45 minutesFree Cancellation

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Food Experience in Perugia Home Style Cooking School

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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To do a truffle hunt is a unique experience for blending good food, traditions and contact with locals. It will start in the morning at a farm. From there together with a truffle hunter we will enjoy a walk in a wood with trained dog hunting the so called black diamond of Umbria, truffle. After the truffle hunt you will have a tasting with truffle, extra virgin olive oil and other umbrian products.

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Umbria Truffle Hunting Experience with Tasting

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Umbria Countryside: Dining Experience at Local's Home in Spello

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Italy 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 regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 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.

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Umbria Countryside: Dining Experience at Local's Home in Spello

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Umbria with a hands-on gnocchi-making class using the famous red potatoes of Colfiorito. Begin with an aperitif of local Umbrian produce, offering a true taste of the region. Then, learn to make soft, flavorful gnocchi from scratch, paired with a seasonal sauce for a memorable dish. This immersive cooking experience takes place in a peaceful countryside setting, surrounded by nature, providing a relaxed, authentic atmosphere. To finish, enjoy a homemade dessert as a sweet surprise. This unique experience, hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, offers travelers an opportunity to connect with local culinary traditions. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this class will equip you with the skills to recreate real Italian gnocchi at home. Don't miss this chance to explore Umbria’s rich cuisine in a hands-on, unforgettable cooking adventure!

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Traditional Gnocchi Cooking Class in a local home in Spoleto

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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A unique experience in the company of the winemaker and owner Francesco who will guide you to discover the wines that he produces with love and passion. After the visit to the cellar and a walk in the vineyard you will taste five of our wines including the Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG both dry and passito in the company of a selection of cured meats, typical cheeses and bruschetta with our EVO oil and tozzetti to finish on a sweet note.

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Umbria Mia: Tasting with the Winemaker and Tour of the Cellar.

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Bocale is a testimony to the artisanal production of high quality wine while respecting the territory, the environment and the people who have been working and living there for generations. The company has started in 2020 the conversion to organic farming. In the vineyard herbicides are not used, the soil is grassed between the rows to reduce mechanical work, erosion and runoff. The vineyard is treated with the technique of green manure generally favino and soil fertility is replenished with organic and mineral fertilizers without the use of chemicals. In the cellar are used only indigenous yeasts and neither microfiltrations nor stabilizations are done. The wine obtained is the result of an artisanal process respecting the environmental cycles and the natural attitudes of a territory. The winery spreads on 10 hectares, 6 of which are vineyards, and has an average annual production of 35,000 bottles.

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TASTING Selection of 3 wines in Montefalco

30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Bocale is a testament to the artisanal production of high quality wine while respecting the land, the environment and the people who have been working and living there for generations. The company has started in 2020 the conversion to organic farming. In the vineyard herbicides are not used, the soil is grassed between the rows to reduce mechanical work, erosion and runoff. The vineyard is treated with the technique of green manure generally favino and soil fertility is replenished with organic and mineral fertilizers without the use of chemicals. In the cellar are used only indigenous yeasts and neither microfiltrations nor stabilizations are done. The wine obtained is the result of an artisanal process respecting the environmental cycles and the natural attitudes of a territory. The winery spreads over 10 hectares, 6 of which are planted with vines, and has an average annual production of 35,000 bottles.

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Tasting Selection of 4 wines in Montefalco

40 minutesFree Cancellation

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Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese 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 regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 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.

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Dining experience at a local's home in Montefalco with cooking demo

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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$96$92

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Private Perugia Walking Tour with official guide

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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1 Hour Tasting of Artisan Liqueurs in the Umbrian Countryside

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Tasting of Artisan Salami: A Unique Experience in the Heart of Umbria Come and discover the authentic flavors of Umbria with our exclusive tasting of homemade cold cuts at our farm in Gubbio! This event is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the local gastronomic tradition and taste the products of our farm. Superior Quality Cold cuts: Taste our homemade cold cuts of wild black pork, prepared with passion and according to the ancient recipes of our tradition. Every bite is a journey into the genuine flavors of our land, enjoy tasting in a welcoming and convivial atmosphere. An opportunity not to be missed: Limited seats! Do not miss the opportunity to live this extraordinary gastronomic experience. Reserve your seat today and get ready to delight your palate!

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Visit to the black pig farm and cold cuts tastings

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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A typical Italian lunch in a cellar

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Lasagna Masterclass in Perugia's Scenic Countryside

Discover the true taste of Umbria with a hands-on lasagna masterclass in the scenic countryside. Guided by a skilled local home cook, you’ll learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch, prepare a rich ragù, and whip up a creamy béchamel sauce. As you build your lasagna layer by layer, you’ll uncover the secrets behind one of Italy’s most iconic dishes. While the lasagna bakes, enjoy a traditional aperitivo and learn about local culinary traditions in a warm, authentic home setting. Then, sit down to savor your creation, paired with a glass of regional wine. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks, this experience offers a genuine taste of Umbrian hospitality and tradition—far beyond what any restaurant can offer. Cook, taste, and feel at home in Umbria.

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Lasagna Masterclass in Perugia's Scenic Countryside

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Dip your toe into traditional Umbrian cuisine while visiting one of the most atmospheric medieval hill towns in the region with this street food tour through Spoleto’s old town. Meet with a local foodie and weave your way through the historic center, stopping at artisan food shops, market stalls, and other gourmet spots to nibble savory and sweet delicacies while you learn about Spoleto’s culinary traditions.

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Street Food Tour with Authentic Gelato Tasting in Spoleto

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Traditional Cooking Class in Perugia's Scenic Countryside

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Enjoy the thrill of making your own pasta from scratch. Learn how to make traditional Italian dishes in an authentic home kitchen, taught by a real Italian home cook. Make two types of pasta—one filled and one pasta shape to serve with sauce—and try your hand at making tiramisu, then sit down with your fellow classmates around the family table and enjoy the dishes you’ve created together.

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Traditional Umbrian Cooking Class: Cook Like a Local in Perugia

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Uncover the secrets of extra virgin olive oil with a guided tasting on the shores of Lake Trasimeno. Led by a local expert, you’ll explore the aromas and flavors of high-quality oils and learn to recognize their authenticity. Enjoy bruschetta made with artisan bread and enriched with aglione, a local garlic with a bold, aromatic taste. Then, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on focaccia workshop: prepare and bake your own dough in a wood-fired oven using fresh, seasonal ingredients like sage, onions, potatoes, and rosemary. Set in Umbria’s scenic countryside, this experience offers a deep dive into local food traditions in a relaxed lakeside atmosphere. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, it’s more than just a class—it’s a chance to live, cook, and taste like a local. Perfect for food lovers eager to experience authentic flavors and culinary craftsmanship away from the tourist trail.

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Olive Oil Tasting & Focaccia Class in Perugia's Countryside

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Pasta and Tiramisu class with Mamma in Spoleto

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Top Perugia Dining Experiences

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Must-Dos in Perugia

Fontana Maggiore

Collegio del Cambio

Porziuncola Museum (Museo della Porziuncola)

Rocca Paolina

Lake Trasimeno (Lago Trasimeno)

Assisi Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels (Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli)

Fontana Maggiore

Collegio del Cambio

Porziuncola Museum (Museo della Porziuncola)

Rocca Paolina

Lake Trasimeno (Lago Trasimeno)

Assisi Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels (Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli)

Fontana Maggiore

Collegio del Cambio

Porziuncola Museum (Museo della Porziuncola)

Rocca Paolina