Private Milan Navigli Food & Drinks Tour with Canal Stories

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About this activity

Discover Milan’s Navigli district on a private food tour led by a local foodie guide who blends canal history with authentic tastings. Walk along the lively waterfront and stop at traditional spots to enjoy classic Italian street foods such as pizza, supplì, focaccia, and farinata. Visit a classical ‘prosciutteria’ to sample a curated board of cheeses, cold cuts, vegetables, and seasonal fruits paired with beer and prosecco. Learn how warehouses, bridges, and ‘ringhiera houses’ shaped the neighborhood’s character, and enjoy vegetarian options at every stop. Finish with the best homemade ice cream of Navigli. This relaxed private experience suits all ages and offers a flavorful introduction to one of Milan’s most charming areas.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Local CoolTour

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 4 tastings of typical Italian street food: pizza, supplì, focaccia, and farinata.
Included: Four stops at Navigli's most traditional bars and restaurants
Included: 3 drinks per person (local beer and prosecco wine or non-alcoholic drinks for children)
Included: Three hours of a private tour with a local foodie guide
Included: The best italian Ice cream
Included: A curated tasting board of cheeses, cold cuts, vegetables, jams, and seasonal fruits
Included: Get insights into local history and culture from your guide

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Gratuities / Tips for guides

Itinerary

Navigli

20 min

Stroll through the Navigli district and immerse yourself in its canal-side atmosphere. Explore the liveliest bars and restaurants as you walk along its beautiful canals. Discover why this district has become one of Milan's favorite areas for enjoying local cuisine and aperitif culture.
Stop 2

20 min

Stop at Rom’antica and taste Roman-style pizza with crisp edges and rich toppings. Pair it with hot supplì and a cold beer to experience the flavors that locals enjoy during their casual street-food breaks.
Stop 3

20 min

Stroll along Alzaia Naviglio Grande and admire the traditional ‘case di ringhiera’. Notice how these historic houses frame the canal as you enjoy the best cuisine Navigli has to offer.
Vicolo dei Lavandai

20 min

Step into this historic alley where washerwomen once worked by the canal. Appreciate the preserved wooden washboards while taking in the peaceful corners that now surround cafés, trattorias, and spots offering local bites.
Stop 5

20 min

Taste freshly baked focaccia and golden farinata at this traditional stop. Pair your bites with a beer or soft drink and enjoy simple, comforting flavors inspired by Ligurian street food culture.
Stop 6

20 min

Cross this small bridge and take in views of the Naviglio Grande. Pause to observe boats, canalside bars, and the flow of people enjoying aperitivo, gelato, and evening bites along the waterfront.
Stop 7

30 min

Indulge in a curated tasting board of cheeses, cold cuts, vegetables, jams, and seasonal fruits. Pair everything with a glass of prosecco and enjoy the authentic flavors of Italian regional traditions.
Stop 8

30 min

Enjoy artisanal ice cream made with natural ingredients. Choose from classic flavors or seasonal creations and enjoy your ice cream to finish off your culinary tour of Navigli.