• Central Market - This 4-hour small group walking food tour offers an ideal experience for both newcomers and returning visitors. Every corner reveals a new story, an intriguing fun fact, a stunning building, or a piece of art that should not be missed.

Participants will visit at least 7 eateries to sample an array of exquisite foods, ranging from savory ham to sweet almond cookies, aromatic olive oil to sweet fried bread, sophisticated balsamic vinegar to rustic soups, and from the ruby red hue of Chianti wine to the rich amber color of Vin Santo.

Join our fully qualified English-speaking tour guide at 11 am to embark on this incredible journey. Explore the fresh market to discover traditional lampredotto meat, observe the fresh pasta-making process, and taste freshly prepared ravioli. Learn how to identify quality virgin olive oil. After this exciting start, the experience only gets better. Enjoy a generous and delicious “tagliere” of pecorino cheese and cured meats, paired with the perfect wine to enhance the flavors. Then, savor traditional vegetable and tomato soup, also paired with the most suitable wine. It’s time to satisfy your sweet tooth—have you ever tried sweet fried bread? At the end of this exceptional culinary experience, two things are a must: a refreshing artisanal ice cream and a strong espresso coffee.

Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guide will share the history of the famous Medici family and their role in fostering the Italian Renaissance. Admire the San Lorenzo church, the incredible Duomo complex with its baptistry, bell tower, and the remarkable Brunelleschi dome. Finally, appreciate the Santa Croce church, known as the temple of Italian glories, as it is the resting place of some of Italy’s most illustrious figures, including Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli, the poet Foscolo, the philosopher Gentile, and the composer Rossini.

As the tour concludes, it’s time to bid farewell, but this unforgettable experience will remain with you forever.

• Basilica di San Lorenzo - The San Lorenzo Basilica (Basilica of St Lawrence) is one of the largest churches in Florence.
• Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - The cathedral complex, located in Piazza del Duomo, includes the Baptistery and Giotto’s Campanile.
• Piazza Santa Croce - Piazza Santa Croce is one of the main plazas or squares situated in the central neighborhood of Florence.

• • Food and beverages
• • Small Group tour (max 14 participants)
• • English speaking tour guide

• • Gratuities (optional)
• • Additional food and beverages
• • Hotel pickup and drop-off and transportation to/from attractions

Florence is one of Italy’s most enchanting cities, rich in history, art, and stunning architecture, all with a quaint, small-town atmosphere. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, it offers a wealth of activities and sights to explore.

This is a historical, culinary, and wine experience, far beyond a simple tasting of ordinary dishes. Participants will learn, explore, discover, and enjoy only the finest offerings.

The journey begins at a location that has served as a hub for merchants and locals for centuries. The tour will delve into the Tuscan culinary traditions of both the present and the past, exploring the history of food and its consumption through different eras. Participants will learn how to avoid tourist traps and select the best options.

The guides are highly knowledgeable, holding degrees in art history and expertise in food and wine. There is no improvisation here; the tour is meticulously planned and continuously improved. The aim is to achieve excellence!

Please note that this tour is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease.

• not suitable for celiacs

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