St. Louis, Missouri, United States

The Hill: Italian Food & Heritage

An Engaging Culinary Walk Explore St. Louis’s historic Italian neighborhood, The Hill, during a guided walk. Take a short transfer by motor coach, then set out on foot through charming streets lined with red-brick homes, bungalows and iconic Italian-flag-painted fire hydrants. Your local guide will share stories of the Italian immigrants who built one of the Midwest’s most enduring cultural enclaves. Along the way, sample local specialties including toasted ravioli, gourmet cured meats from a traditional salumeria, St. Louis–style thin-crust pizza and artisanal gelato, while visiting family-owned bakeries, cafés and neighborhood food shops. Meet passionate local proprietors and discover how generations of families have preserved their culinary traditions and strong sense of community, offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life in this vibrant Italian-American neighborhood. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.