Taste your way through Milan's rich culinary traditions on this vibrant walking tour with Walking Palates. Discover hidden eateries, savor authentic dishes, and learn the stories behind Italy's famous cuisine.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Average fitness level needed, comfortable walking required
Wildlife
History
Milan’s culinary scene has evolved over centuries, blending aristocratic traditions with street food innovations.
Conservation
Local eateries prioritize sustainable sourcing, and waste reduction efforts are becoming more common in Milan’s food industry.
Walking Palates
Taste your way through Milan's rich culinary traditions on this vibrant walking tour with Walking Palates. Discover hidden eateries, savor authentic dishes, and learn the stories behind Italy's famous cuisine.
Walking Palates is a Florence‑based culinary tour operator offering guided food and wine experiences across Italy. Located in Florence, Tuscany, the company provides a range of walking food tours and private tours in major Italian cities including Florence, Rome, Milan, Venice, Naples and destinations in Puglia and Veneto.
Tours include classic 3–3.5 hour walking food experiences such as the Walking Food Tour of Florence (including the Sant'Ambrogio neighborhood), Walking Food Tour of Naples, Walking Food Tour of Rome, and Walking Food Tour of Milan. Private options are available for travelers seeking a tailored itinerary, such as Private Walking Food Tour of Florence, Private Walking Food Tour of Rome, Private Walking Food Tour of Milan and Private Walking Food Tour of Naples.
Specialized experiences feature birthday food tours in Florence, Rome, Milan and Naples, street food options in Florence, balsamic vinegar family‑tradition visits, and vineyard dinners (Cena in vigna) in Puglia and Veneto. Wine‑focused offerings include Wine Tasting in Tuscany and an estate tour in Castellina in Chianti with a guided visit to the winery and cellar and a tasting of four organic wines.
Walking Palates focuses on culinary discovery through local producers, market stops, tastings and guided wine visits. All descriptions reflect the available tour types, locations and stated durations, with private and public formats that let travelers choose the style of culinary exploration best suited to their trip.
Base Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in Florence, Italy
Tours Offered
20
Unique walking and wine experiences
Typical Duration
3–3.5 hrs
Common length for city walking tours
Wine Experiences
Chianti & more
Estate tastings including Castellina
Reserve a walking food tour, private city tasting, birthday food experience or Chianti wine tasting — available from Florence and throughout Italy.
Wear comfortable shoes
You're walking through busy streets and eateries, so comfortable footwear is essential.
Bring a small bottle of water
Stay hydrated as you'll be walking and tasting throughout the tour.
Arrive early
Getting there a few minutes early ensures you don’t miss the start.
Be open to new flavors
Sample diverse dishes and wines to fully enjoy the experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
You’ll be on your feet for several hours, exploring different neighborhoods.
Small purse or backpack
Carry essentials and any purchased food or souvenirs.
Camera or smartphone
Capture memorable moments during your walk.
Sun protection
A hat and sunglasses can be helpful on sunny days.
spring; summer; fall