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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
Explore the true flavors of Florence with a local starred chef who grew up in the Sant’Ambrogio district and knows every corner of its culinary world. Start your morning with an espresso before stepping inside the city’s most authentic food market—alive with vendors, fresh produce, and the vibrant rhythm of real Florentine life. Follow your chef through the bustling stalls as they share personal stories, centuries-old traditions, and insider secrets about Tuscany’s ingredients and cooking culture. Along the way, enjoy a curated selection of handpicked local specialties that showcase the essence of Florentine cuisine, then continue into the neighborhood for a relaxed wine tasting in a cozy enoteca. End your experience with artisanal gelato from one of the city’s top shops, the perfect sweet finish to a morning filled with flavors, discovery, and local charm. This immersive tour is ideal for anyone who wants to experience Florence like a true local!
What's included
Food sampling inside the market, with offerings based on the daily selections
Tasting of two local wines paired with traditional bruschette
Expert chef-guide fluent in English
Espresso included
Guided exploration of the Sant’Ambrogio food market
Artisanal gelato tasting
Small-group tour conducted entirely in English
Gratuities
What to expect
Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio
3h
Sant’Ambrogio Market is one of Florence’s most authentic and lively food hubs, loved by locals for its fresh produce, traditional ingredients, and family-run stalls. Open since 1873, it combines an open-air market with an indoor hall filled with butchers, fishmongers, bakers, and small eateries—offering a genuine glimpse into everyday Florentine life far from the typical tourist routes.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
You will meet the guide in Via della Mattonaia!
End point
You will meet the guide in Via della Mattonaia!
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
