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Florence Food & Local Flavors Tour with Eating Europe

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Florence, Italy
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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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.

What's Included

  • 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
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks - email to purchase 3 additional drinks with our Premium Drink Package for only €16
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Nazario Sauro
25r, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy

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End point

Piazza Santo Spirito
50125 Firenze FI, Italy

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Via dei Serragli

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.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via dell'Orto

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.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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P. Nerli, 2

Stop at a local Florence street food stand and try the city’s iconic Lampredotto panino (cow stomach sandwich) – better than it sounds!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Buchetta del Vino (Wine Window) (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.
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Via dei Serragli

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.
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55 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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Via Mazzetta

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Florence Food & Local Flavors Tour with Eating Europe?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 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
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks - email to purchase 3 additional drinks with our Premium Drink Package for only €16
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Have dietary requirements? Email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs. For safety, our tours are not suitable for guests with a severe or life-threatening (anaphylactic) allergy to nuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish or gluten (coeliac disease), where trace amounts or cross-contamination pose a risk. Guests with any other severe allergy must contact us.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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