Learn Italian cooking with local chef
Varenna, Italy • INR 14409 - INR 18076 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
16°C – 28°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs of 27, high crowds, peak season
16°C – 28°C, june brings warmer temperatures with average highs of 27, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs involved.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking and stairs involved.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but the experience is generally considered high quality.
Pricey, but the experience is generally considered high quality.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples found the setting intimate and the experience truly romantic. Highly recommend it!
Delicious Meal
Travelers raved about the meal, saying it was one of the best they had in Italy.
Hands On
Couples loved getting hands-on, making pasta and tiramisu together. So much fun!
Hard To
Some couples noted difficulty contacting the host before the class for details.
Not Accessible
The private home locations were inaccessible for some couples. Plan transport accordingly.
Pricey Experience
Some couples felt the pasta and tiramisu class was a bit overpriced.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-1-5°C
Cold temperatures with occasional snowfall.
Cold temperatures with occasional snowfall.
Closed
Limited availability; some classes may operate during holiday periods.
Limited availability; some classes may operate during holiday periods.
Not recommended
December's cold weather and low tourist numbers lead to limited cooking class offerings. However, some classes may be available during the holiday season. Advance booking is recommended.
December's cold weather and low tourist numbers lead to limited cooking class offerings. However, some classes may be available during the holiday season. Advance booking is recommended.
January
LOW
-2-4°C
January in Varenna is characterized by cold temperatures, with average highs around 3.8°C and lows of -2.5°C. Precipitation is relatively low, averaging 37mm over approximately 8.8 days, and snowfall is common, with about 16mm over 2.1 days.
January in Varenna is characterized by cold temperatures, with average highs around 3.8°C and lows of -2.5°C. Precipitation is relatively low, averaging 37mm over approximately 8.8 days, and snowfall is common, with about 16mm over 2.1 days.
Closed
Many cooking classes may be unavailable due to the off-season.
Many cooking classes may be unavailable due to the off-season.
Not recommended
January's cold weather and low tourist activity make it less ideal for cooking classes, as many may not be operating.
January's cold weather and low tourist activity make it less ideal for cooking classes, as many may not be operating.
February
LOW
2-8°C
February sees slightly warmer temperatures than January, with average highs around 8°C and lows of 2°C. Precipitation remains moderate, with about 71mm over 8.8 days, and occasional snowfall.
February sees slightly warmer temperatures than January, with average highs around 8°C and lows of 2°C. Precipitation remains moderate, with about 71mm over 8.8 days, and occasional snowfall.
Closed
Cooking classes may still be limited due to the off-season.
Cooking classes may still be limited due to the off-season.
Not recommended
February's cold temperatures and low tourist activity result in limited availability of cooking classes.
February's cold temperatures and low tourist activity result in limited availability of cooking classes.
March
LOW
1-10°C
March brings milder temperatures, with average highs of 10°C and lows of 0.8°C. Rainfall increases to 75mm over 13.7 days, with occasional snowfall.
March brings milder temperatures, with average highs of 10°C and lows of 0.8°C. Rainfall increases to 75mm over 13.7 days, with occasional snowfall.
Closed
Some cooking classes may start to resume, but options are still limited.
Some cooking classes may start to resume, but options are still limited.
Not recommended
March's transitional weather and increasing rainfall may affect the availability of cooking classes.
March's transitional weather and increasing rainfall may affect the availability of cooking classes.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Bus
Car
Ferry
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required