Dining Experiences in Italy

Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Hard Rock Cafe Florence after a day of sightseeing in the Renaissance city. Relax with some good old fashioned rock 'n' roll as you sit down to classic American fare. Check out the shirt Jimi Hendrix wore in his 1967 performance at London's Imperial College or the jacket worn by John Lennon in How I Won the War. Your ticket includes the option of a 2- or 3-course dinner as you take in the rock memorabilia around you.

Enjoy a gourmet dinner in a local Roman chef's home during this evening outing in Rome. Meet Alessandro, a chef and sommelier, at his flat for a 4-course meal with wine pairings and maybe some homemade limoncello (in season). With your small group of fellow food-loving travelers, share a table and discuss travel, food, cinema and books. Get inside tips on Rome's off-the-beaten-path attractions and restaurants from your local hosts and enjoy this intimate, unique and delicious experience.

Enjoy a night out in Italy's cosmopolitan capital with dinner and a sightseeing tour. Start your evening with a traditional Italian meal and enjoy a folk music performance while you dine. Then set out to view Rome's top sights and attractions both via luxury coach and on foot. See such landmarks as St. Peter's Square and Basilica, Circus Maximus and the Colosseum awash in illuminated light and stroll through the city's historic center, taking in Campo de Fiori"”a popular night-time meeting place"”and Bernini's Fountain as you go.

When in Rome, treat yourself to a luxurious Italian dinner at a family-run restaurant near the Pantheon. Hosted by a culinary connoisseur, this 2.5-hour experience includes three courses of local specialties, from pasta to a meat dish to dessert. Each course is accompanied by a glass of regional wine, and the evening starts with a classic Italian aperitivo in the private cellar, where you'll enjoy a glass of prosecco served with cured meat and cheeses. This small-group dinner is limited to 10 people for a more intimate experience.

Discover the best of cuicina romana (Roman cuisine) on a 3-hour culinary tour. Set in the food-loving Testaccio neighborhood, your evening experience presents a holistic platter of the region's most famous dishes. Sip Italian craft beer, try rare cheeses and cured meats, learn the secret to stuffed pizza dough, and more. The tasty tour also includes a sunset over the city with an authentic gelato (Italian ice cream)

Enjoy a true taste of the Tuscany on a 3.5-hour dinner and wine tasting experience at a villa in the Florentine hills. Departing from Florence, a guide will lead the way to a 17th-century estate where you'll tour the grounds and learn the winemaker's secrets. In the private cellar, sip and swirl four limited-edition blends before topping off the night with a sumptuous 4-course Tuscan meal in the gardens. Your evening will conclude with drop-off back at your hotel in central Florence.

Take a break from Rome's ancient attractions with a modern-day historical experience at the Hard Rock Cafe Rome. With this skip-the-line entry to the popular restaurant, you'll avoid the lines and receive priority seating for a meal of American favorites like a burger, mac "˜n' cheese or barbecue ribs. See rock "˜n' roll memorabilia such as a trench coat worn by John Lennon, a patent-leather suit worn by Bono and pages from Jim Morrison's yearbook. Select from three menu options to suit your tastes.

Beat the crowds at the Hard Rock Cafe in Venice for a rock 'n' roll night out complete with stunning canal views. Skip the long line when you arrive and head straight to your table. Enjoy classic American fare surrounded by memorabilia from all your favorite musicians, and customize your experience with your choice of a two- or three-course meal.

Taste the flavors of Venice with this gourmet four-course dinner complete with wine pairings! Settle in at a top-rated restaurant in the heart of Venice and relax among a romantic atmosphere. Start your meal off with a local aperitif, and then savor four expertly prepared courses that highlight the unique flavors of Venetian cuisine. A professional sommelier will be on hand to guide you through the wine list featuring Veneto varietals and help you choose pairings to complement each course.

See the sights of the Eternal City lit up at night on this evening tour of Rome that includes a multicourse dinner. You'll begin at a restaurant near the Trevi Fountain for a traditional Italian meal of pasta, a meat dish, and dessert. Then take a walk around the area, part of Rome's historical center, to enjoy the nighttime ambiance before your panoramic city tour of illuminated attractions like the Colosseum and St Peter's Basilica. You'll end in Trastevere.

Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' is one of the world's most famous paintings but viewing the masterpiece means battling the long queues and crowds. This special after-hours tour offers skip-the-line entrance and an extended viewing time, followed by a delicious 3-course dinner with wine at Eataly Milan.

See Naples by night on this informative and fun 3-hour guided tour that includes a visit to one of the best pizzerias in the city. Be shuttled around this bustling city by luxurious coach, stopping by the main sites and even getting a perfect panoramic view from Posillipo Hill. Pass by city must-sees such as Castel Nuovo and Piazza del Plebiscito and then settle into one of the city's famed pizzerias to tuck into a delicious and authentic pizza.

Enjoy an exciting evening of dinner theater at the Castle of Bevilacqua with this 3-hour crime solving game and dinner experience. Dine in style on a 4-course menu of Italian specialties, including wine. While you eat, an entertainment group provides you with clues to solve a murder at the bewitched castle before the clock strikes midnight. Bring your detective cap for an unforgettable night.

With its medieval architecture and bohemian, working-class roots, Trastevere is one of Rome's most popular neighborhoods. Get a comprehensive taste of its food and culture in one evening on this walk-and-dine tour. You'll begin during the aperitivo hour and explore well past sunset, walking along cobbled streets while a guide talks to you about the neighborhood's history. Finish the tour with a four-course dinner and wine in a private villa.