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Things to do in Asti

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Top 25 things to do in Asti

  1. Along the streets of Langa in Ape Calessino with a stop at the tavern, Asti01

    1. Along the streets of Langa in Ape Calessino with a stop at the tavern

    From₹22,846/ person
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    Discover the Langhe of Barolo in a unique style, with the Calessino Bee! Breathtaking views of the vineyards of the Langa del Barolo, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site You will explore the territory where the famous Barolo wine is born, appreciated worldwide for its excellence and refinement. Charming medieval villages such as La Morra, Barolo, Grinzane Cavour, Serralunga d’Alba and Monforte, characterized by ancient towers, castles, Romanesque churches You will taste the authentic flavors of Piedmont through tastings of fine wines and local gastronomic delicacies such as cheeses, cold cuts and desserts typical of the Piedmontese tradition. Authentic Piedmontese dishes to enrich your tour. You will live a unique adventure aboard the Calessino Bee, a vintage means of transport that will allow you to explore the region in an original way. With its quirky and picturesque nature, the Calessino Bee will add a touch of charm and authenticity to your trip to the Barolo Langhe.

  2. Private Pasta & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Asti, Asti02

    2. Private Pasta & Tiramisu Class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Asti

    3 hoursFrom₹16,563/ person
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    Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once homes with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  3. Local Market Tour and Dining experience at a local's home in Asti, Asti03

    3. Local Market Tour and Dining experience at a local's home in Asti

    3.5 hoursFrom₹15,878/ person
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    Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Asti treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people.  Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  4. The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Asti, Asti04

    4. The art of the Italian Aperitivo with a local: Learn & Enjoy in Asti

    2 hoursFrom₹11,994/ person
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    Your day in Asti is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  5. Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Asti, Asti05

    5. Small Group Market tour and Cooking class in Asti

    5 hoursFrom₹17,020/ person
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    Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

  6. Barolo&Barbaresco Wine Experience with a Local Winemaker / Milano, Asti06

    6. Barolo&Barbaresco Wine Experience with a Local Winemaker / Milano

    5.0· 29 reviews9 hoursFrom₹57,114/ person
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    I am a local wine maker and owner of a winery. I was born here in one of Italy's most famous wine regions in Piemonte. I offer private and personalized wine tours from Milan. My tours will give you the chance to explore some of Italy's most genuine and authentic wineries. I have turned my passion for making wine into teaching and sharing my love of wine with people from all over the world.

  7. Authentic Piedmont small producers wine tour with a Sommelier, Asti07

    7. Authentic Piedmont small producers wine tour with a Sommelier

    5.0· 13 reviews7 hoursFrom₹22,846/ person
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    This is a wine tour to discover Monferrato: one of the most suggestive and less touristic areas of Piedmont, rich in history and great wines. The first stop will be a small natural winery in the area where I will introduce you to the oenologist and producer who will guide you, together with me, to discover his cellar, his wines and his production philosophy. After the first visit you will have lunch in a traditional restaurant selected by me where you can discover typical Piedmontese dishes enjoying the tranquility of the local atmosphere. After a relaxing lunch break we will leave for another traditional winery where, after listening to the story of the rediscovery of an ancient native variety, we will visit an ancient underground cellar and together with the producer we will taste their most classic wines. During the day we will have the opportunity to walk along scenic roads admiring fascinating corners of Monferrato and discovering small hidden treasures of Piedmont.

  8. Private Tasting Barbaresco Experience with Typical Products, Asti08

    8. Private Tasting Barbaresco Experience with Typical Products

    5.0· 12 reviews2 hoursFrom₹5,140/ person
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    Private tour lead by Sommelier. Visit to the Monferrato and Langa vineyards, in the Unesco territory. Visit to the cellars, to the wine aging cellar, and wine tasting with combinations of typical products. See you there!

  9. Dining experience at a local's home in Asti with show cooking, Asti09

    9. Dining experience at a local's home in Asti with show cooking

    5.0· 5 reviews2.5 hoursFrom₹11,994/ person
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    Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Asti treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  10. Private pasta-making class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Asti, Asti10

    10. Private pasta-making class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Asti

    5.0· 4 reviews3 hoursFrom₹16,717/ person
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    Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

  11. Barolo and Barbaresco Private Wine Tasting Tour, Asti11

    11. Barolo and Barbaresco Private Wine Tasting Tour

    5.0· 4 reviews7 hoursFrom₹21,132/ person
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    Explore the renowned Barolo and Barbaresco wine regions on this exclusive one-day tour. Led by a knowledgeable local sommelier, you'll visit small family wineries that showcase the rich traditions of winemaking in Piedmont. Delight in tastings of 5 to 6 wines at each cellar, and savor a traditional lunch at a selected local eatery. This immersive experience allows you to engage directly with the producers who have dedicated their lives to crafting exceptional wines. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and travelers seeking authentic local experiences. - Discover Barolo and Barbaresco wines with a local sommelier - Includes visits and tastings at two small family wineries - Enjoy a traditional a la carte lunch at a local wine bar (payment on-site) - Convenient pick-up from your hotel or location within the region

  12. Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Experience with a Local Winemaker / Asti, Asti12

    12. Barolo & Barbaresco Wine Experience with a Local Winemaker / Asti

    5.0· 3 reviews7 hoursFrom₹26,844/ person
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    This is a unique wine experience designed to help you truly understand the Langhe region and its wines, guided by a local winemaker and winery owner. During the tour, you will explore the landscape and discover how different soil types, vineyard exposure, and grape varieties influence the wines of this part of Piedmont. Particular attention is given to how viticulture has evolved in recent decades in response to climate change. The experience continues with visits to local wineries, where you will meet the producers, walk through their cellars, and learn about their production techniques. Of course, the tour concludes with tastings of some of the region’s most distinctive wines, shared directly with the people who produce them.

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Asti is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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