Florence Food & Local Flavors Tour with Eating Europe

5.0 (588 reviews) Florence, Italy
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Join us for a relaxed and authentic experience away from the crowds of the Duomo area.

Stroll through the historic streets of Florence’s Oltrarno on this 3-hour food and wine tour. Discover Tuscan street food and hearty traditional dishes, taste wine from a historic fiaschetteria, stop at a deli for cheese and cured meats, and finish with artisanal gelato while meeting the families who have served locals for generations.

Options

Small-Group Food Tour (12 max)

Duration: 3 hours

Private Food Tour Upgrade

Enjoy a more intimate, personalised food experience, shared exclusively with your group.
Duration: 3 hours

What's included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Savor the best ‘Cantucci‘, local biscotti, and pair them with an espresso or cappuccino
  • Taste authentic Tuscan dishes and iconic street foods, while learning their rich history.
  • Explore Florence’s authentic wine windows, sample Tuscan wines and enjoy genuine gelato
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks - email to purchase 3 additional drinks with our Premium Drink Package for only €16

What to expect

  1. 20m
    Visit a traditional Alimentari and savor authentic Tuscan flavors. Taste two varieties of Pecorino cheese and Finocchiona, a classic fennel-infused salami, showcasing the region’s artisanal produce.
  2. 25m
    Visit this historic pasticceria, now run by the third generation, a neighborhood staple that has endured floods, wars, and pandemics. Taste their cantucci biscotti, delicate millefoglie cake, and enjoy a freshly brewed coffee or cappuccino.
  3. Porta di San Frediano
    Pass by
    See Porta San Frediano, a historic gate that forms part of Florence’s medieval walls, dating back to 1333, a remarkable remnant of the city’s fortified past.
  4. 20m
    Stop at a local Florence street food stand and try the city’s iconic Lampredotto panino (cow stomach sandwich) – better than it sounds!
  5. Pass by
    Discover Florence’s unique wine windows, small openings in historic buildings once used to serve wine directly to locals. Scattered throughout the neighborhood, they offer a fascinating glimpse into the city’s centuries-old culinary and social traditions.
  6. 55m
    Visit a historic Fiaschetteria in Oltrarno, serving locals since the 1950s. Learn about Tuscan cucina povera and taste Tuscan soup, wild boar stew, and a glass of Chianti Classico, served through an iconic wine window.
  7. Piazza Santo Spirito
    Pass by
    Explore this lively square and see the Church of Santo Spirito, home to a hidden gem: Michelangelo’s secret crucifix, a rare glimpse of the master’s work tucked inside this Renaissance church.
  8. 15m
    Stop at this award-winning gelateria, voted Florence’s Best Gelato. Learn to spot true artisanal gelato in a quick 10-minute crash course, then taste a 2-flavor cup or cone.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you next to Gelateria la Carraia 50125 Firenze, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
  • Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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