Experience Food tours in the best of
Genoa with Withlocals

"We did the 10 tastings of Genoa with Thomas. We got to know Thomas, Genoa and its food culture over a few hours. We were two adults and two teenagers and we were all very happy with the tour. Thomas was a nice guy with a genuine interest for culture even though he works in a very different field. Prior to the tour we had told Thomas that one of us was a vegetarian. He had therefore customized the food tour to an all vegetarian tour. We got to taste fabulous pasta with pesto, different styles of amazing focaccia and caffe con panera among other things. Along with delicious food we also got into interesting discussions about the Italian society and got to learn a lot of the Italian way of life in different parts of Italy. Thomas made us feel welcome in the beautiful city of Genoa. "

"Nefset took us along on a very pleasant tour showing us "her" city as a true local but with the enthusiasm of a tourist. "

"Thomas is a very good guide. Very pleasant, very informative. You feel the passion for history and culture ! "

"A fantastic beginning for our visit to Genoa and a highlight to our trip to Liguria. The ten tasting tour was a perfect fit for our group of four. Thomas is an excellent guide to the history and culture of Genoa. We tasted some delicious food for which this area is known from shops that the locals frequented. He has good rapport with the shop keepers. When you’re out with Thomas,you feel like you are a part of Genoa. We walked around admiring the buildings, the harbor and the city from different view points. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him discussing a wide range of topics from food to history to politics to computer programming. He generously extended our tour to make sure we took one of the city elevators that he had used to get to schoolwith a lovely view of the city."

"Thomas's tasting tour in Genoa was a delicious and memorable experience. He guided us through the city’s culinary gems with passion and deep local knowledge. We sampled incredible treats—starting with a creamy caffè con panera, followed by multiple varieties of focaccia, each better than the last. The savory torte were a delightful surprise, showcasing local ingredients and traditions. The highlight was a plate of pasta with vibrant, homemade pesto—simple yet unforgettable. We ended with rich, flavorful gelato that perfectly capped off the tour. Thomas created a warm, engaging atmosphere and offered cultural and historical insights alongside every bite. A must-do for food lovers!"

"We had a marvelous tour with Thomas, we tried many foods, learnt so much about the cities history and architecture. Thomas was so knowledgeable, answered all of our questions and gave us many tips re good for the remainder of our stay. A very enjoyable afternoon!! Thanks Thomas :)"

"We had a wonderful tour with Nefset, very knowledgeable on all things Genoa. Food tastings were great and the tour through the city was perfect. She is an excellent guide and we highly recommend her. "

"Nefset orchestrated a beautiful boat journey along the Portofino and Camogli Italian coast for my wife and I. We stopped along the way to enjoy the beach and most importantly the very best of local cuisine. It was a first class experience that exceeded our expectations. Her extra travel assistance and special photographs captured will last us a lifetime. Nefset is the Best! 😁"

"We loved spending the day with Nefset. We enjoyed hidden gems of Genoa, walked gardens and castles, enjoyed espresso, wine, appertivo, focaccia, pesto, gelato, and more. She finished the day taking us to a grocery store to point out some things to take home. Nefset started as our guide, but we parted as friends."

"Nefset was wonderful. She asked what we were looking for in our tour and went beyond to make our day enjoyable. She was a perfect guide pointing out the high points of Genoa as well as the authentic foods. Her choices were excellent. Her pleasant personality and her knowledge of English only enhanced our experience. "