BELLAGIO FOOD TOUR + Villa Melzi

4.7
(29 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the history, culture, and food of Bellagio on a walking tour that blends delicious tastings in authentic settings with a true taste of local life. Start your day with a world-famous thick-foamed espresso, then stroll through Bellagio's picturesque steep stone alleys, stopping at local eateries for pastries, cheese, salami, pasta, wine, and more. As you explore, you'll mix with the community, practice a little Italian, and admire the elegance of the town's boutiques.

Visit our favorite "pasticceria" and "enoteche" where the flavors are unforgettable. Continue your journey through lush gardens, olive groves, and past noble villas, meeting local farmers and olive oil producers for an authentic experience.

Lunch will be served at a charming hilltop restaurant or by the lake, offering stunning views of the surroundings. The tour ends with a visit to the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi, completing a day of rich flavors, sights, and memories.

What's Included

Delicious, genuine typical food samplings in several authentic locations (5 food stops)
Entrance Tickets to Villa Melzi's Gardens (Tickets provided only during the opening days)
Bellagio Walking Tour
Receive personalised attention in a small group limited to 12 (minimum number: 2 people)
Friendly English speaking tour guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Extra drinks and meals not included in the program
Any admissions for visits not mentioned in the program
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our tour guide will wait for you on the footpath, just outside the Restaurant La Goletta in Bellagio (opposite Hotel Florence). She will be holding a "Taste & Travel Italy!" sign.

End point

The tour ends at the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi in Bellagio. 10 minutes walk from the Boat Terminal.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Explore this world famous hamlet walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys while sampling a variety of delicious tastings in authentic settings.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Admire the 12th century Romanesque basilica of San Giacomo (St James) with the imposing attached bell tower.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Learn about the history and culture of this hidden authentic village most beloved by famous poets and writers. Continue exploring the surrounding hamlets reaching Aureggio with its picturesque Church of San Carlo Borromeo. Meet the locals, the farmers, the cheese and the olive oil producers for a real taste of local life.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Take photos at this charming little village located south of Bellagio’s town centre with its small dock and examples of "Lucie", the traditional fishing boats with their characteristic ringed tops.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Stroll along the beautiful English gardens of Villa Melzi with its lush surrounding scenery. A true paradise for nature lovers.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A fair amount of walking is involved. Please take note that during this tour we will ascend and descend the hilly townlands around Bellagio so make sure you are physically adapt and wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Please bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point.
  • We highly recommend you bring a reusable bottle of water on this walking tour as we are on the way to reducing single plastic.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Supplied by Taste & Travel Italy

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Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
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