Modena: Discover the Food, Market and Highlights of the City
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Join us for a flavorful journey through Modena, where history and cuisine come together.
Start in Piazza Grande, exploring its iconic landmarks, including the Cathedral, Torre Ghirlandina, and Palazzo Municipale.
Next, visit Giuseppe Giusti for a balsamic vinegar tasting and learn about its centuries-old craftsmanship.
Visit Mercato Albinelli and then dive into the world of Lambrusco, paired with a traditional charcuterie board.
Enjoy a plate of homemade pasta at a local restaurant, representing Modena's rich culinary heritage.
Stroll through Piazza Mazzini to learn more about the city's vibrant past, then finish with a refreshing gelato.
This tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and authentic flavors, providing a truly unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out, book today and taste Modena like a local!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Some locations may be difficult to access with a wheelchair.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Piazza Grande - World Heritage Site
ou'll explore the stunning Piazza Grande, home to the Cattedrale di Modena (Cathedral), the Torre Garisenda, and the Palazzo Municipale.
Acetaia Giusti - Boutique Modena
Delve into the story of Aceto Balsamico di Modena at Giuseppe Giusti, one of the oldest and most respected producers of balsamic vinegar.
What‘s Included
Top Rated Guide included in the price
Visit of the Modena Highlights
Food and wine tasting
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Modena: Discover the Food, Market and Highlights of the City
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful historical and very tasting tour of Modena
annmB1441JW,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matteo was a fabulous guide! He knew Italian and local history as if he were a professor and told us fascinating stories about Modena and the surrounding areas. He was patient, kind and very enjoyable. We loved the balsamic vinegar tasting and lesson as well as the Parmesan cheese, Lambrusco, and pasta lessons and tastings. It was the perfect overview of Modena! We highly recommend this tour and Matteo.
Very good guide...
ChungYan l,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good guide The weather was poor with light rain, but the program made it up. Highly recommend this site for visit.
Great tour!
Julie M,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide, Stefania, was fantastic. She was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Modena, balsamic vinegar and all the local delicacies. We enjoyed several hours of learning, eating and enjoying. She made our tour so pleasant and really took the time to answer our questions. It was our first full day here and it was a great way to start our vacation. I highly recommend this tour and would request Stefania as your guide! Thank you for a lovely few hours.
We loved our...
Genevieve C,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our experience. The food is excellent, the city is beautiful and very relaxed. Our guide Stefania was friendly and very interesting, we could have spent the day with her.
Modena, a hidden gem!
Michelina G,,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I travel to Italy every year. We use VIATOR regularly. Stefania was our guide for MODENA. She was great. We were the only ones with her. She made it seem like we were meeting friends for lunch. She was very informative and took us around as locals. The food was exceptional and the company more so. I would definitely recommend her as a tour guide.
Wonderful Food Tour and Highly Recommended
Bruce M,,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Ilaria and enjoyed her expert knowledge of the regional Italian delicacies and the delicious food we ate at the food market, the balsamic vinegar store, and several different restaurants she took us to. Thoroughly recommend Ilaria as an excellent food tour guide.
Dream Tour!
melanieq423,,Jun 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing tour! Stefania was so incredibly kind, knowledgable and welcoming! I felt so well taken care of, we went to my dream, Bar Tiffany, for the most delicious Gnocco Fritto! I loved the balsamic vinegar tasting, walking through the market and learning about parmigiano reggiano, as well as the fresh tagliatelle with ragu. Stefania answered all my questions, she gave so many fantastic recommendations and shared recipes and stories. A tour of Modena with her is a must!
Great way to spend a hot evening
DavoLovesFood,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very pleasant evening eating local food with Ilaria. We tried the balsamic vinegars, cured meats and aperitivo, pasta and gelato. The food was great and it was lovely chatting with Ilaria to learn more about the local cuisine and culture.
A must do tour in Modena!
Megan D,,Jun 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing! A highlight of our trip and a must do if you are in Modena. We enjoyed our time with Stefania and Mateo! They made this an experience we will always remember!! Thank you both for making the tour so fun and sharing your knowledge of the region and food. You made us feel like family and we will cherish that forever (:
The best walking food tour we have done!
Raymond T,,Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour with Stefania yesterday and it was the best food and highlights walking tour we have done (and we've done a few in many different countries!) Stefania was so passionate and knowledgeable about the food, history and culture of both Modena and the Emilia Romagna region. She showed us a number of the main cultural highlights of Modena and also told us of other places we could visit after the tour if we had time. We tasted balsamic vinegar from a local producer and learnt about why this vinegar is so special. We then went to the markets and saw all of the local produce as well as sampling some local wine and meats. Stefania then took us to a restaurant where we had some delicious pasta with traditional meat ragu. Unfortunately the tour had to finish, but not before we had some delicious local gelato. We thoroughly recommend Stefania and her tour of the food and highlights of Modena.
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