Taste of Florence Food Tour

Embark on a 3-hour foodie odyssey in Florence. Savor 10+ local specialties, from Chianti wine to gelato, with a friendly food expert.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza della Signoria - Embark on a delightful 3-hour culinary tour that immerses you in the essential sights and flavors of Florence, taking you to the city’s core and its culinary delights.

  • Mercato Centrale - Skip the touristy upper-floor food court and discover the authentic local vendors on the market’s ground floor. Your food expert will introduce you to a dedicated family who has been selling olive oil and balsamic vinegar for generations. Sample their top-tier products, expertly paired with local cheese and fruit. For the adventurous, there’s an optional lampredotto (tripe) tasting. Then, relax at a beloved local osteria within the market, where you’ll be warmly welcomed and treated to a generous spread of Florentine specialties like artichoke pickles, pici pasta, ribollita stew, and a cheese and salumi platter, all accompanied by a glass of Chianti wine for each guest. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere as your guide shares the stories and culture behind these local culinary gems.

  • Via Faenza - After the savory meal, enjoy a fragrant coffee and ultra-fresh gelato. Stroll through the picturesque streets of Florence in search of the best handmade gelato. You’ll leave with a satisfied belly and a list of excellent spots to revisit during your stay!

  • Florence Historic Center - Taste at least 10 Florentine specialties, including cappuccino, Chianti wine, local cheese, cured meats, gelato, and more.

What's Included
  • Walking tour inside Mercato Centrale and central Florence
  • Wine included for participants 18 and older
  • Snacks
  • More than 10 tastings of Chianti wine, cheese, cured meat, gelato, and more
  • Private tour led by a knowledgeable local expert
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

A foodie odyssey in central Florence with more than 10 copious tastings

A delicious journey to discover the city’s must-see sights and famous cuisine, our 3-hour food tour will put you inside the heart and stomach of Florence. Join us as we stroll from the Signoria Square to the Central Market, meeting the city’s top producers, and savoring at least 10 Florentine specialties such as cappuccino, Chianti wine, local cheese & cured meats, gelato and more – all included in the price! In the convivial company of your friendly food expert, you’ll be left with an unforgettable experience, a happy stomach and a heightened knowledge of Italian cuisine.

Location
Piazza della Signoria
Meet your guide under the bronze equestrian statue of Cosimo I in the middle of the Piazza della Signoria. Cosimo I is the only man on a horse on the Piazza, next to the big Neptune fountain! Your guide will be wearing a special badge with the Toorers logo – you can’t miss it!
Cancellation Policy

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

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