When
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Where
Treviso city centre, Italy
What you will do
Discover where Tiramisù was truly born with a guided walk through the historic centre of Treviso.
Starting from Piazza dei Signori, we will explore the city’s charming streets, canals and squares while uncovering the places connected to the origins of the world’s most famous Italian dessert.
During the tour you will discover:
• the restaurants and pastry shops that claim the invention of Tiramisù
• stories and curiosities about the original recipe
• the tradition of Tiramisù as an energising dessert
• the places linked to the Tiramisù World Cup
The tour ends at the historic restaurant Le Beccherie, a symbolic place in the history of Tiramisù.
Start: Piazza dei Signori – 3.00 pm
Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
What to expect
Many stories have been told about the origin of Tiramisù — some of them quite imaginative. The truth is that this famous dessert was born right here in Treviso and evolved from traditional recipes prepared in local homes and restaurants.
During the tour you will discover:
• the story of the “legitimate Tiramisù of Le Beccherie”, described by food writer Giuseppe Maffioli
• why Treviso is officially recognised as the birthplace of Tiramisù by the Accademia Italiana della Cucina
• the legends connected to the city’s historic red-light districts
• the story of the Tiramisù World Cup, the international competition dedicated to this dessert.
A walk full of history, anecdotes and curiosities. Additionally, a sweet surprise awaits you: a complimentary tiramisu tasting included!
Itinerary
Meeting point: Piazza dei Signori - Via Barberia - Vicolo Rialto - Piazza Borsa - Via
Collalto - Piazza della Vittoria - Via San Nicolò - Via dei Dall'Oro - Via Castelmenardo -
Via P. Bordon - Piazza Pola - Via Canoniche - Piazza Duomo - Via Roggia - Buranelli - Portego Scuro - Via Palestro - Vicolo Malvasia - Piazza Indipendenza - Le Beccherie
Important to remember
Maximum 25 participants
The tour may be cancelled in case of bad weather
Free ticket for children under 6
The guided tour will be conducted in ENGLISH
Meeting point: Piazza dei Signori – Treviso - 2.45 pm
Remember to bring:
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Umbrella in case of light rain
• Curiosity and a sweet tooth