Turin is one of the great chocolate cities of Europe and the birthplace of gianduja, the silky blend of chocolate and Piedmontese hazelnut created when cocoa was scarce, moulded into the boat-shaped gianduiotto. A walking tour winds through the historic centre's grand cafes and confectioners, tasting gianduiotti and gianduja creams and ending with a bicerin, the layered drink of espresso, chocolate, and cream served in the city since the eighteenth century, while the guide traces Turin's chocolate and coffee heritage.
| Price | €45-65 per person (approx USD 49-70) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2.5-3 hours |
| Address | Piazza Castello area, 10123 Torino (meeting point confirmed at booking) |
What is included
- Guided walk through Turin's historic chocolate cafes and shops
- Tasting of gianduiotto and gianduja hazelnut chocolate
- A bicerin - the layered coffee, chocolate, and cream drink
- Stops at historic confectioners and an explanation of Turin's chocolate history
Good to know
- Operator
- Local Turin food guides (e.g. via Turin Chocolate Tour / GetYourGuide)
Location
Piazza Castello area, 10123 Torino (meeting point confirmed at booking)
45.0703, 7.6859 View on map
Highlights
- Tasting the original gianduiotto and gianduja hazelnut chocolate
- Sipping a traditional bicerin in a historic cafe
- Visiting Turin's grand 18th- and 19th-century chocolate cafes
- Learning how cocoa scarcity created gianduja
Tips for visiting
- Caffe Al Bicerin near the Consolata is the historic home of the drink
- Turin's CioccolaTO chocolate festival is held in autumn
- Many cafes close briefly between lunch and aperitivo
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Turin Chocolate Walking Tour - Gianduiotto & Bicerin
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