Reggio Emilia Food & History Walking Tour

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| Modena, Italy

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

3.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

All admissions to the museums and main attractions on the tour
The tour features tastings of balsamic vinegar with Parmigiano Reggiano, local wine, cured meats, cheeses, and savory pie. From February to November, enjoy a complimentary cup of artisan gelato.
A complementary glass of local wine (Lambrusco or Spergola) will be served

Gratuites

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Discover the charm of Reggio Emilia, birthplace of the Italian tricolour flag, on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and the flavors of Emilia-Romagna.

Walk through the historic center with a local guide and learn about the city’s past, from its Roman origins to its role in Italian unification....

Duration 3 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 10 people in the group

1
Piazza della Vittoria
The largest square in town, known as Theatre Square, houses three theatres, the Museum’s Palace, and public gardens. It also commemorates the various conflicts Reggio Emilia has faced over the centuries.
- Duration 25 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
Via Emilia Santo Stefano
Meet Alessandra, owner of this boutique shop in the city centre of Reggio Emilia, specialised in balsamic vinegar, learn the history behind this unique product and have a guided tasting.
- Duration 40 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included•
- Guided Experience

Via Guido Panciroli

Enjoy a complimentary cup of Italian craft gelato at Spatolata, a place that is more than just a gelateria; it's an inclusive social project for young people with disabilities.

Duration 30 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Basilica della Madonna della Ghiara

Believe it or not, this street was once where the river Crostolo flowed, and it is also where the Ghiara Basilica was built to honor a miracle that occurred at this spot. We will also introduce the "Fotografia Europa" photo festival, which is hosted by the Palazzo Magnani Foundation every...

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Piazza Prampolini

Also known as Piazza Prampolini, it is the heart of Reggio Emilia, where historically, all the most significant powers were located: the cathedral, town hall, and the bank.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Museo del Tricolore

In this very building, on January 7, 1797, the Cispada Republic was proclaimed, and the first tricolour flag was created. Explore the intriguing history of Italy’s unification at the “Tricolor Museum,” and discover why Reggio Emilia is also known as the city of the Tricolor by visiting the “Sala del...

Duration 30 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Piazza San Prospero

This square is a masterpiece of architecture, featuring the basilica of San Prospero, dedicated to the bishop who saved the city from the barbarian invasion.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Piazza di San Prospero

The tour ends with a relaxed aperitivo featuring local cured meats, cheeses, and a slice of erbazzone, paired with a glass of regional wine such as Lambrusco or Spergola—a perfect introduction to local flavors.