Discover the flavours of Pistoia on a walking food tour with a local guide
6 local restaurant and shops featuring:
handmade pasta • private wine tasting with a licensed sommelier • spritz • artisanal gelato & more!
Ages
12+
Duration
3 hours
Depart
5 PM
Highlights
Begin your Pistoia food adventure in the lively market square with a delicious welcome stop at a charming bottega, right where locals pop in for their daily groceries🥖
Try pippi, a beloved Pistoiese specialty baked here since the middle ages
Step into a private wine experience and enjoy three exceptional Tuscan wines, paired with a generous cheese board 🍷
Sip on a refreshing spritz alongside some pappa al pomodoro, a dish unique to this region
Slide into a cosy bistro for handmade pasta, fresh focaccia, and another round of wine (because why not?) 🍝
Finish with a scoop of authentic gelato, because no Italian food journey is complete without it 🍨
All guided by me, Giovanni, to bring the secrets and stories of my hometown, Pistoia, to life!
Tour Description
Experience Pistoia through a relaxed and delicious journey that steps away from the crowds and into the towns' true local rhythm. We meet in the historic centre before moving through handpicked, family-run spots where tradition still leads the way.
Taste authentic Tuscan specialties, from rustic street bites to time-honoured regional dishes, alongside carefully selected local wines.
Pause for a classic aperitivo moment with a refreshing spritz and comforting pappa al pomodoro, before settling into a characterful bistro for handmade pasta, and fresh focaccia.
This is Pistoia at its most genuine: slower, more personal, and all about traditions, untold stories, and places locals actually go.
Dietary Needs
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Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free and non-alcoholic options available. Please share dietary needs upon booking for best accommodation.
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Not suitable for severe allergies. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
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Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. I assume no responsibility for any severe food allergies or intolerances.
Book Your Tour
Ready to explore Pistoia’s best-kept culinary secrets with a local guide?
€90 per person
This is a curated, small-group food experience with 12 limited spaces.To secure your place, contact me directly:
📧 info@secrettuscany.com
📞 +39 388 5738 362
I’ll personally get back to you with availability and booking details!
Prefer a more personal experience?
Upgrade to a private tour, available in English, German, Italian, and Spanish.
Free cancellation
Small Group Tours
A tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Private Tours
A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure.
Late Arrivals/No Shows
It is recommended to show up 15 minutes before the tour starts. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not eligible.
Tour Language
Group tours are offered in English, while private tours can be arranged in English, German, Spanish, or Italian.
Tour Highlights
One evening, multiple stops, unforgettable memories!
The Flavours You'll Enjoy
Pecorino
Prosciutto
Pappa al pomodorro
Handmade pasta
Fresh olive oil
Foccacia
Pippi
Tuscan red wines
Tuscan white wines
Aperol Spritz
Water
Burrata
Gelato
*Please note that the items listed above are a curated selection of the delicious dishes typically showcased. Although menus may change with the seasons and daily availability, your experience will always feature a thoughtfully chosen variety of authentic local flavours.
Meeting Point
Piazza del Duomo, 9, 51100 Pistoia PT, Italy
You’ll find me, Giovanni, between the ATM and the café, wearing a tote bag with a secret Tuscany logo.
What makes Pistoia special?
Just beyond Florence, Pistoia offers a quieter, more authentic glimpse of Tuscan life. With its beautiful historic centre, this charming city stands out among classic destinations such as Pisa and Lucca.
Its well-preserved medieval streets and unhurried rhythm give it a sense of being deeply rooted in tradition, yet refreshingly free from the crowds. This tour is an invitation to experience the everyday life of those who have called this part of Italy home for generations.
Life here revolves around lively piazzas, where residents meet, shop, and linger throughout the day. The city also boasts a culinary scene made up of small, family-run businesses and traditional flavours that both locals and visitors enjoy alike. In the evening, the pace softens even further as people drift into nearby narrow streets for aperitvo or dinner, creating the relaxed atmosphere that embodies la dolce vita.