
Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia worth booking?
Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia is a 5-hour experience in Lake Bracciano, Italy, from $172 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (23)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $172 per person
Incitur will ensure you a culinary experience designed to be fun for all. You will visit the local lively market and together with a local guide you will buy some of the ingredients necessary to cook later. Meet your professional mamma chef and join him to an intimate restaurant whose kitchen and tables will be just reserved for you! Whether you are a beginner or an up-and-coming kitchen expert, your cooking experience will be interesting and unforgettable. With your professional chef, you will practice the traditional method of making authentic fresh pasta by hand, you'll prepare a delicious sauce to dress pasta and, after that, an Italian typical second course as well as a dessert from scratch, using all the fresh ingredients! Then it will be the time to enjoy and taste the food you have prepared accompanied by good local wine. You will end your lunch tasting limoncello liqueur and expresso coffee! Learn to cook Italian recipies and prepare an Italian Menu with Incitur!
What you get
About this experience
Incitur will ensure you a culinary experience designed to be fun for all. You will visit the local lively market and together with a local guide you will buy some of the ingredients necessary to cook later. Meet your professional mamma chef and join him to an intimate restaurant whose kitchen and tables will be just reserved for you! Whether you are a beginner or an up-and-coming kitchen expert, your cooking experience will be interesting and unforgettable. With your professional chef, you will practice the traditional method of making authentic fresh pasta by hand, you'll prepare a delicious sauce to dress pasta and, after that, an Italian typical second course as well as a dessert from scratch, using all the fresh ingredients! Then it will be the time to enjoy and taste the food you have prepared accompanied by good local wine. You will end your lunch tasting limoncello liqueur and expresso coffee! Learn to cook Italian recipies and prepare an Italian Menu with Incitur!
What's included
Included
- Guided Food Market shopping
- Professional local tour guide
- Tea and coffee
- Professional Mamma Chef
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Bracciano
The free shuttle you'll take as soon as you disembark the cruise ship will drop you off at the "Largo della Pace" InfoPoint. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with our company logo: INCITUR. You will see the fire station in front of you
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The free shuttle you'll take as soon as you disembark the cruise ship will drop you off at the "Largo della Pace" InfoPoint. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with our company logo: INCITUR. You will see the fire station in front of you
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Incitur - Tours & Transfers - Rome & Civitavecchia - Local Experience
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- L'età minima per consumare alcolici è 18 anni
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
22 verified traveler reviews for Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The best experience
It was such a fun class. The walk-through the town, and shopping at the market with Olga was great. Mateo, the chef, was very helpful and explained everything fully to us. We felt like we had the opportunity to have good, original Italian food. We made gnocchi with a red sauce that included vegetables in the sauce, and a tiramisu. I would highly recommend this cooking class
via Viator
Great experience
Meet off port bus by Olga, taken to market to buy ingredients. We then went to restaurant where we meet chef. Had a wonderful time with her cooking great food followed by sitting down and eating really lovely meal. Can’t recommend this experience enough. Thank you Olga for your great company.
via Viator
Epic Culinary Journey
This was just an amazing experience. Ours was a little different cause the restaurant they usually use was closed cause they were on holiday. Still went shopping at the market for a few things but then went up a little bit in the hills to a lovely farm. Almost all of our food was from the farm and the market and it was such a lovely experience and day! Couldn’t have imagined it any better❤️
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Culinary Journey
This was just an amazing experience. Ours was a little different cause the restaurant they usually use was closed cause they were on holiday. Still went shopping at the market for a few things but then went up a little bit in the hills to a lovely farm. Almost all of our food was from the farm and the market and it was such a lovely experience and day! Couldn’t have imagined it any better❤️
via Viator
A great alternative to Rome when it’s too hot!
My wife and I did this excursion when we were on a cruise in August. We had debated going to Rome but figured it would be too hot in August and hard to jam it in within a handful of hours. We are so glad we chose to have this authentic cooking experience with such a wonderful chef, Mateo, as well as our guide, Olga. After a short shuttle ride from our cruise ship, Olga met us right at the exit of the shuttle stop. From there we walked to the market where we bought fresh ingredients for the meal we prepared. Along the way Olga gave some history of the area and we visited one of the churches (optional). We arrived at a restaurant where chef/owner, Mateo, walked us through and explained everything as we prepped and cooked the meal (gnocchi, tomato sauce, veal and tiramisu). It was great to have someone like Mateo who was so welcoming, kind and easy to hold a conversation with. We then had plenty of time to eat the meal, accompanied by wine and talk about different things with Olga. She then walked us back to where we met her and she would’ve been happy to show us other local areas of the city. If you’re looking for a low key, local and authentic excursion, then we’d definitely recommend this one!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Incitur - Tours & Transfers - Rome & Civitavecchia - Local Experience, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.9 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Bracciano.
How much does Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia cost?
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Prices start at $172 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lake Bracciano usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lake Bracciano is not rushed.
Is Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lake Bracciano, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lake Bracciano can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lake Bracciano and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lake Bracciano within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lake Bracciano?
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On Outty we rank every Lake Bracciano experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Civitavecchia Shore Excursion: Best of Rome Private Tour, Food Tasty and History Tour in Civitavecchia, Civitavecchia to Rome City: Private Tour of Rome Highlights. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lake Bracciano?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lake Bracciano?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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Included: Guided Food Market shopping; Professional local tour guide; Tea and coffee; Professional Mamma Chef; and Lunch. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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The free shuttle you'll take as soon as you disembark the cruise ship will drop you off at the "Largo della Pace" InfoPoint. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with our company logo: INCITUR. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Cooking Class and Market Tour in Civitavecchia?
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Across 23 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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