A Food Lover Tour in Florence
Stroll through Florence with an expert guide, visiting a local market, family-run eateries, and hidden gems that showcase Tuscan cuisine. Taste local specialties, from fresh-baked breads and cured meats to slow-cooked dishes perfected over generations.
Your adventure begins at a vibrant market, where you’ll sample cheeses, cured meats, and regional wines, immersing yourself in the city’s food culture. As we move through historic streets, we’ll stop at a trattoria for signature Tuscan dishes, each bite telling the story of the region’s gastronomic heritage. From comforting pastas to hearty flavors, you’ll experience the heart of Italian cuisine.
No Tuscan food journey would be complete without gelato. Your final stop is an artisanal gelateria, where you’ll learn about authentic Italian gelato and enjoy a sweet, creamy treat to end your culinary exploration.
*Gluten-free and vegetarian options available with advance notice. **Tastings vary based on seasonal availability.
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A Food Lover Tour in Florence
What's included in A Food Lover Tour in Florence
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Mercato Centrale
Located in the heart of Florence, the Mercato Centrale is a vibrant indoor market where tradition meets taste. This bustling hub is the perfect place to explore authentic Tuscan flavors in a lively, local atmosphere. On this food tour, you’ll sample lampredotto—a classic Florentine street food made from slow-cooked tripe—alongside a variety of regional cured meats, aged pecorino cheese, and freshly baked schiacciata, a crunchy, salty Tuscan flatbread. Surrounded by the voices of local vendors and the aromas of Italy’s finest ingredients, the Mercato Centrale offers an unforgettable immersion into the culinary soul of Florence.
Ponte alla Carraia
After exploring the flavors of the Mercato Centrale, we'll stroll through the heart of Florence to enjoy a relaxed lunch at a traditional local restaurant. From there, we'll continue our walk along the charming streets toward Via della Carraia, crossing the Arno River with beautiful views of the city. To end our tour on a sweet note, we’ll stop for one of Florence’s best gelatos at the famous Gelateria La Carraia—a perfect final taste of the city.
Inclusions
- English speaking guide
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Look for our guide holding OUR ORANGE UMBRELLA.
