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Modena Food Tour: Family Acetaia, Market & 10+ Tastings (Max 8)
About this experience
Taste Modena from the inside, starting with breakfast the Modenese way: crispy gnocco fritto dipped in a creamy cappuccino. At Mercato Albinelli, the city's historic market, you'll meet the vendors and taste Parmigiano Reggiano of different ages and producers. Then the highlight: a private family acetaia, usually closed to the public. Walk among the barrels where Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale ages for 12 and 25 years, and taste 5+ vinegars of different ages to understand why it takes decades to make. Next, the food Modena shares with friends: warm tigelle with a glass of Lambrusco. We finish with traditional sweets like Torta Barozzi, bensone and artisanal gelato. That's 10+ tastings, enough for a full lunch. With a maximum of 8 guests and tours in English only, you get real time with the families behind the food.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 10min
Meet your guide in Modena's main square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a quick introduction to the city.
Stop 2 · 30min
Start the day the Modenese way: crispy gnocco fritto dipped in a creamy cappuccino
Stop 3 · 30min
Explore Modena's historic covered market, meet the vendors, and taste Parmigiano Reggiano of different ages and producers.
Stop 4 · 40min
Step inside a private family acetaia usually closed to the public. See the barrels where Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale ages for decades, and taste 5+ vinegars of different ages.
Stop 5 · 40min
Sit down to warm tigelle with a glass of Lambrusco, the food Modena shares with friends.
Stop 6 · 30min
Finish with traditional sweets like Torta Barozzi and bensone, or with a scoop of artisanal gelato.
What’s included
- Local English-speaking guide
- Breakfast: gnocco fritto with cappuccino
- Tigelle with Lambrusco wine, plus water
- Traditional desserts or artisanal gelato
- Parmigiano Reggiano of different ages and producers
- 5+ Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale DOP tastings, aged up to 25 years
Not included
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Intimate Modena Food Tour: Market & Local Secrets (Max 8)
Meeting & pickup
- Near the big stone called Pietra Ringadora
End point
- Near the big stone called Pietra Ringadora
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Available for vegetarians, pescatarians and gluten free with prior notice. Please advise when booking.
- Not recommended for vegans
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (2km)
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Tour starts with at least 2 people
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.