Finding Best Food Tour in Florence (30 Handpicked)

Exploring Florence through its culinary delights is a fantastic way to experience the city's rich culture and history. Joining a food tour can provide you with an insider's look at the best local eats and hidden gems, guided by experts who know the area well.

Here are some key highlights and tips for choosing your best food tour in Florence:

1. Types of food you prefer

• Local Trattorias: Enjoy traditional dishes like ribollita (hearty vegetable soup) and pappa al pomodoro (tomato and bread soup). Don’t miss the famous bistecca fiorentina.
• Street Food: Grab a schiacciata (Tuscan focaccia) or a lampredotto panini from local eateries.
  
• Markets: Visit lively markets to sample fresh produce, cheeses, and cured meats.
  
• Sweet Treats: Savour a creamy gelato or try cantucci cookies (Tuscan biscuits typically enjoyed with Vin Santo).
  
• Wine Tasting: Explore local wine shops and bars to taste some of Tuscany’s finest wines, often paired with delicious snacks.
  
  

2. Perfect timing of the food tour

Choose a time that fits your schedule – morning, afternoon, or evening tours are available to suit your plans for each day of your visit.

Morning tours are a great way to start your day with a full tummy, while evening tours are perfect for a dinner-like experience. If you choose to take a morning tour, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore other popular Roman sites at your leisure. If you're planning to have the tour in the evening, you can enjoy some leisurely sightseeing in the morning and afternoon.

3. Special diets

Lots of food tours are happy to cater for dietary restrictions, so if you're vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free, you're in luck! Just a friendly heads-up: Be sure to let the tour company know about any special dietary needs when you make your booking.

4. Private vs. group tours

For a more personalized experience, consider booking a private tour. This can be tailored to your specific interests and pace.

4. Early booking is recommended

Book ahead to secure your preferred date and time, especially during peak tourist season.

5. Cost of the food tour

There are so many different tours you can choose from in Florence, so you're sure to find one that's perfect for you. You can pick from more affordable options costing €30-40, tours that cost around €90 per person or private options for up to €130 per person.

5. Recommendations

It's a smart idea to take a food tour at the beginning of your visit. This way, you can identify your favourite spots to return to later.

6. Booking tip

Tours can fill up quickly, especially during peak tourist seasons. It's best to book well in advance to secure your desired date and time.

Exploring Florence through its food is a truly immersive experience. Whether you’re a seasoned food lover or just curious, a food tour can be a fantastic way to discover the heart and soul of the city’s culinary scene.

Florence is a foodie's paradise, with so many amazing food tours to choose from. I know it can be tough to decide which one is right for you, so we've put together this list of the best food tours in Florence to help you out!

Enjoy your delicious journey through Florence!

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2. Florence sunset food tour

• Choose from several late afternoon departures (3:30pm, 4pm, 4:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm and 7pm
• Meet your group next to the fountain at Piazza Santo Spirito (cross Ponte Santa Trinita from historic centre)
• Ask for vegetarian and gluten-free options when booking
• TOUR COMPANY: Eating Europe
• 👍 Among the most popular Florence food tours!

Come along on this lovely 3.5-hour sunset tour, to explore the beautiful Oltrarno neighbourhood, away from the tourist crowds in a much more authentic part of the city.

The tour kicks things off with a glass of prosecco on a lively square, then you'll pop into a family-owned food store to taste some delicious cheeses. Next, you have two traditional wine windows of Florence waiting for you! You'll get to sample local wines paired with cured meat and bruschetta with stracciatella.

Then, you'll head to a lovely local restaurant where you'll get to taste some delicious traditional Tuscan dishes, like wild boar stew or hearty soups. You'll absolutely love tucking into some delicious pasta with Chianti Classico wine! And of course, there's the gelato! And finally, we'll finish off with biscotti and Vin Santo!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "So many great things to say about this experience. It truly was amazing. First and foremost our guide Martina was AMAZING!!!! So knowledgeable and interactive with a great demeanor. We really like the small group size, made for such an intimate experience. It was really awesome to get a chance to visit so many family owned local establishments. The food and drinks were all perfect!! More than anything I can’t express enough how in tune and accommodating to my wife’s need for gluten free due to Celiac. She never felt left out or a burden which can sometimes happen. If there were 50 stars that what this experience would receive!!! Can’t wait to do it again on our next stop in Europe!"

3. Tasty Florence street food tour

• Meet your guide at Piazza dell'Unità Italiana (close to SMN train station) at 11am; the tour lasts 2.5 hours
• Not suitable for vegans and those eating gluten-free and dairy-free
• TOUR COMPANY: Tasty Tours
• 👍 Cheaper than other Florence food tours!

This small-group foodie tour is a wonderful way to enjoy some of the best food the city has to offer while also learning about art, culture and history.

Your local guide will be with you every step of the way, taking you to some of the best foodie spots in town and treating you to some truly delicious food.

You'll get to taste some of the best food in the city, including salumi, prosciutto, cheeses, lampredotto, fresh pasta, olive oil, truffles, cantucci and, of course, gelato! You'll love joining the tour on a stroll through the historical streets and piazzas of Florence while you sample these local delicacies.

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "The entire experience! We loved how she incorporated Florence’s history of the city into the tour. The value for money was so generous! Incredible variety of food. The market (oil) stop was our favorite!! And the gelato! our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable, we had the best time!! Highlight of our Italy trip!"

4. Walking food tour of Florence

• Choose from lunch-time and dinner time tour (11am and 5:30pm)
• Meet your guide next to Dante Statue in Piazza di Santa Croce
• Vegetarian option is available (advise when booking)
• TOUR COMPANY: Walking Palates

Explore Florence with your taste buds on a walking food tour that reveal the authentic Santa Croce neighbourhood. The tour starts at local winery, where you are going to try wine along crostino.

Next stop is Sant'Ambrogio Market (where mostly local shop) where you'll sample a selection of cheeses and cold cuts (like the finocchiona, a typical Tuscan sausage with fennel) and freshly baked products (like cecina or pane sciocco).

On this tour, you'll have a seated lunch in a family-run restaurant, where you'll taste 2 types of homemade pasta paired with wine. Afterwards, you'll stop at one of the oldest gelato shops to taste amazing gelato. A true local experience!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "This tour had SO much good food and excellent, high-quality wine! So worth it! Our guide Irene was very knowledge and passionate about Florence and Tuscany. She not only knew the history of each dish we were eating but also brought in the bigger picture of the culture of Tuscany through each bite we had. She was so lovely! I booked the evening tour, so the experience was like a multi-course dinner around the city (the walk was great for digestion). The cheese platter was especially good. I couldn't stop eating the pecorino and the chicken liver toast (and I usually do not eat organ meat)."

5. Small-group Florence food tour

• Choose from 2 daily departures (11:30am and 6:30pm)
• The meeting point is Piazza dell'Unità Italiana (under the obelisk), close to SMN train station (stay nearby at Alba Palace Hotel)
• Vegetarian option is available (advise when booking the tour)
• TOUR COMPANY: Do Eat Better Experience
• 👉 Great value for money!

Learn about Tuscan culinary traditions and enjoy delicious food and wines on this 3.5-hour guided tour.

Come hungry as you'll taste a loads of tasty dishes including a selection of cured meats and local cheeses, handmade pasta (potato tortelli or pici), pappa al pomodoro or ribollita, schiacciata (Tuscan focaccia) and coccoli (fried dough balls) - both accompanies with local salami. 

Finally, the tour ends with a dessert or gelato, depending on the season. You'll adore this intimate gastro adventure!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Our guide was Rapheal. If you like food and want to learn about Florence while eating great food and drinking great wine, you must do this tour! Rapheal is entertaining and teaches you about the wine and food and the area it comes from. Plus, the portions are substantial so come hungry. We did with our young adult kids and they enjoyed as well. I highly recommend this tour."

6. Private walking food tour of Florence

• Meet your foodie guide at the steps of the Sant'Ambrogio Church
• Pick any time from 11am until 6pm for the start time
• This tour can be 100% customized to suit your wishes (ideal for vegetarians as well as those with other dietary restrictions)
• Choose from 6 or 10 tastings including wine
• TOUR COMPANY: Withlocals
• 👉 Popular private foodie experience!

This great 3-hour food tour will first take you to Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio, a lively local market where locals get ingredients for cooking (fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, quality fresh pasta).

Next, you'll continue to walk through Florence streets to visit best restaurants and small eateries and pastry shops. This tour is more than just food, it's cultural experience. In between stops, you'll discover city highlights. You'll explore also Oltrarno neighbourhood and its hidden gems and try local food there.

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "This was the perfect intro to Florence food for our family of 5 (kids 14, 10, 8) on our first night in Florence. Elisabetta is passionate about all things Florence and introduced us to some of the unique places and flavors of the region. We tried everything from sandwiches and tripe to pasta, pastry and of course the best gelato spot in town! Topped off with a glass of wine and a coffee, it was an ideal evening."

7. Food and wine tour in Florence

• The meeting point is Torre dei Belfredelli, the tower with dense covering of ivy on the facade (in Oltrarno, not far from Ponte Vecchio)
• The tour starts every day at 5pm
• On this tour you'll visit osteria, trattoria, pizzeria and gelateria
• TOUR COMPANY: The Roman Food Tour
• 👍 One of the most popular food tours (with excellent reviews)!

While strolling the Florentine streets on this 4-hour foodie tour, you'll visit some of the best food places in Oltrarno (across Centro Storico). Firstly, you'll have an aperitivo and next you'll taste the finest cheeses, prosciutto and aged balsamic vinegar. 

Other food tastings include handmade pasta with fresh truffles as well as crostini, both with local wines. The tour ends with artisanal gelato and fresh cannoli tastings. You'll leave with super full bellies, loads of fun memories and new friendships!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "What an incredible night! From the very beginning, the experience was fantastic. I went with my husband, and we had the chance to meet and chat with everyone there. By the end of the evening, we were all laughing, eating, and drinking together. Every option we chose was fabulous! It was a fun night all around, perfect for meeting new people."

8. Oltrarno food & wine dine around

• The tour depart at 4:45pm (Monday to Saturday) and lasts for 3.5h
• Meet your group by the statue of Cosimo Ridolfi in Piazza Santo Spirito (short walk from Ponte Santa Trinita)
• 8+ food tastings and 4 drinks at 5 food places in Oltrarno
• It's possible to adjust the tour for those with food allergies or other special requirements (just inform the company when booking)
• TOUR COMPANY: Walks - Italy, Spain & Greece
• 👍 Top rated Florence food tour!

This early evening food tour takes you to explore Oltrarno and Santo Spirito, the most authentic parts of Florence. The tour starts at a corner bar, where you'll sample a selection of cheeses, bruschetta, schiacciata and Chianti wine. From there, you'll make a quick stop at one of famous wine windows of Florence to sip a glass of wine (very interesting!).

After this, you'll stop at another popular wine bar for an aperitivo and Tuscan cold cuts and some more wine. Next stop would be the local trattoria, where you'll taste famous Florentine steak (bistecca alla fiorentina). You'll adore last stop, the local gelateria. where you'll choose your favourite gelato flavour from various options! A great end of this amazing food tour!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "This was the highlight of my trip. Loved the Oltrarno area much more than the other side. The tour was incredible…amazing food and so much…a real taste of Florence. Got to try Florentine steak too which was awesome. Wonderful little places. The guide Lorenzo was best I’ve ever experienced…kind, knowledgeable, funny, accommodating…excellent! Would do this tour again and again… have already referred people to it who are still in Florence. To me it is a don’t miss experience!"

9. Taste the flavours of  Florence with Florentine steak

• The tour is available every day at 4:30pm; it lasts 3 hours
  
• Meet your guide opposite "Schiaccia Passera" in Piazza della Passera (reach from historic centre by crossing Ponte Vecchio)
• This tour can accommodation vegetarians and those on gluten-free diet, but not vegans
• TOUR COMPANY: Carpe Diem Tours
• 👍 Excellent value for money!

Discover the diversity of Florence's cuisine on this mouth-watering food tour! On this tour, you'll visit some of the best local eateries and learn about the history and culture behind the food.

Sample some of the best traditional Tuscan dishes such as schiacciata, pappa al pomodoro (tomato soup), panzanella, Florentine steak, fresh pasta, pastries and gelato. Along the meals, you'll have local wines. Guides on this tour are friendly and knowledgeable and will answer all of your questions!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "This food tour was fantastic. I have been on many food tours in my travels and this one was perfectly balanced. There was tons of good food, but because the food was spaced out over three hours and we would walk between the tastings it really allowed us to have time to digest before our next dish. Just a really well design and laid out tour. Our guide, Allison, was great. She was really personable and helped everyone in the group feel really comfortable with the experience. Would 100% recommend and it is well worth the price."

10. Private coffee and sweets tour of Florence

• Choose from departures at 10am, 11am or 1pm (Monday to Saturday)
• Meet your guide in front of the Church of Orsanmichele (a few steps from Piazza della Signoria)
• TOUR COMPANY: Tuscany Flavor
• 👍 Perfect for those who has a sweet tooth!

This amazing tour is ideal for those who has a sweet tooth. You'll get to know sweet side of Florence and make a variety of stops, from a traditional café, where you'll learn about the history of Italian coffee, to artisanal gelaterias, pasticcerias and chocolate shops and other nice places. 

Be ready to enjoy a generous array of coffees, freshly baked pastries, dry cookies, gelato and artisanal chocolates. This private tour offers the most personalized way to see the city! This gourmet food has only 5 star ratings!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Our tour guide was amazing!! We hit all the best spots in town for fantastic coffee and sweets. Our guide was also very happy to answer all of our questions about Italian culture. Having the tour guide just for our family made it extra special. Would highly recommend this tour!!"

11. Wine tasting experience near Ponte Vecchio

• Wine tasting takes place at Firstglass store only steps away from Ponte Vecchio on Arno River
• Choose your preferred time from 12pm to midnight
• Tasting is prohibited to those under 16 years of age
• TOUR COMPANY: First Glass

This is a great experience for those travelling to Florence and wanting to try Italian wines. This 1-hour tasting includes the tasting of 2 excellent wines (Chianti, Vermentino, Verdicchio) of your choice of white, red and rosé, accompanied by a sensory experience to learn how to recognize and appreciate wine through sight, taste and smell. 

You'll get also a small accompanying snack. A great fun experience while in Florence!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "This was a really educational and fun stop. It wasn't like other wine tastings I've been to, as the lovely host taught us loads of new things in a fun way. The store is intimate, warm, and welcoming, and the host was GREAT! The wine was pretty great, too!"

12. Eating Florence: The other side food tour

• The tour departs at 10:15am (Monday to Saturday)
• Meet your guide at Piazza Nazario Sauro (near Ponte alla Carraia)
• Ideal if you're staying in Oltrarno, Centro Storico or near SMN
• TOUR COMPANY: Eating Europe
• 👍 One of the top rated Florence food tours!

You'll love to leisurely explore bohemian Oltrarno neighbourhood away from tourist crowds while sampling delicious local food.

Some of the dishes you'll eat: lampredotto (cow stomach sandwich), Tuscan cheeses and Finocchiona (fennel-spiced salami), cantucci (dry Tuscan cookies) along a cup of espresso and gelato in the end. Of course, you'll sip Italian Chianti wine along crostini! This tour is a great way to spend the morning in Florence!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Our family of 4 took this tour with Antonella. We had a great time learning about the foods we would be trying and about “the other side” of Florence. We stopped at 5 locations and we tried all of the dishes- yes, even the lampredotto! Everything was delicious. Loved getting our wine through the wine window- touristy but fun! We thoroughly enjoyed our tour!"

13. Florentine steak experience

• This tasty experience takes place at the restaurant I'Tuscani 2 in historic centre
• Starting at 6:30pm (on Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Friday)
• TOUR COMPANY: Artviva The Original & Best Walking Tour

This is a one of a kind experience you will find in Florence. First, along a glass of Prosecco, you'll prepare Florentine steak (bistecca alla fiorentina) with a help of your hosts. Next, you'll sit down and enjoy what you've prepared. 

You get house wine, an appetizer and dessert along with the incredibly delicious steak and potatoes. If you have a chance to book this experience, do it!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "You can order Florentine steak at many restaurants but you not learn about the meat or get to cook it yourself unless you do this wonderful “experience”! My husband and I loved it. You get house wine, an appetizer and dessert along with the incredibly delicious steak and potatoes. Highly recommend!"

14. Chianti 2 wineries & meat feast @ Dario Cecchini

• Choose from departures at 9am and 10am (tour lasts for 7 hours)
• Meet the group in cheese & wine bar Formaggioteca Terroir (Via dei Renai 19) in Florence
• Note that minimum age for participating is 18 years
• TOUR COMPANY: Grape Tours
• 👍 Travellers really love this day trip from Florence!

This amazing whole day tour takes you to 2 organic wineries in Tuscany for a wine tasting. You'll learn about how Chianti and Chianti Classico wines are made and how to distinguish wine characteristics while you sip. 

In between the winery stops, you'll have a tasty lunch at Antica Macelleria Cecchini. We're sure this would be one of the best experiences from Tuscany for you. The tour is definitely worth the money! This is a small group tour meaning there is maximum of 8 travellers on the tour!

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TOUR REVIEW: Both wineries were extremely welcoming and kind. Our guide, Clemente, was outstanding! He was so knowledgeable and passionate about wine. His joy was infectious as well, we had a wonderful time. The stop at Dario Cecchini was an experience in itself! Truly a great tour, very well organized and efficient.

15. Street food tour of Florence

• The tour is available from at 10:30am (from Monday to Saturday)
• Meet your group in Piazza di Santa Croce 19 (your tour guide will be carrying a red bag with Streaty logo)
• Vegan and gluten-free options are not available
• This tour is a small group with maximum of 10 travelers
• TOUR COMPANY: Streaty Food Tours

This 3-hour morning tour starts from the Sant'Ambrogio market, a real Florentine spot unknown by the tourists, a perfect location to learn about local cuisine. Here you'll try crostino nero (chicken liver pate) or veal stew meatballs, but also some tasty pecorino and salami coming from the surrounding hills of Tuscany.

Next, you'll visit other food places to taste fried coccolo with stracchino cheese and panino al lampredotto. You'll sip some wine too! The tour ends in the heart of the city center with gelato tasting! You'll also learn a lot about history, traditions and local handicraft from their guide!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Martina was knowledgeable and absolutely charming! We learned so much about real Florentine food and the differences between it and other foods from Italy. All the tastings were amazing and we felt like it was a very good sampling of non-touristy items. Highly recommend."

16. Culinary kickstart tour in Florence

• Meet your guide next to Fountain of Neptun on Piazza della Signoria
• Choose from several afternoon departure times; this is a private experience for a group of friends of a family
• TOUR COMPANY: Withlocals
• 👍 This tour is a cheaper option!

This foodie experience is perfect for starting your exploration of Florence. It's a perfect way to get to know local cuisine, its best tastings and where to find them - all with a help of a local food expert. On this tour you'll try some of favourite local delicacies such as schiacciata alla Fiorentina and panino al lampredotto.

Plus, in between food stops you'll discover city highlights such as Piazza della Signoria, Basilica of Santa Croce and more. If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They'll make sure you have an enjoyable and safe experience!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Tommaso planned the perfect afternoon where we learned about the history of Florence, its culinary origins, and had fantastic food and drinks throughout it the afternoon. It was an excellent way to cap off our stay in Florence!"

17. Taste Tuscan food and wine guided tour

• The tour starts from Via dei Tavolini (not far from Piazza della Repubblica)
• Available every day at 9:30am
• TOUR COMPANY: CAF Tour & Travel

On this 2.5-hour foodies tour you'll follow your guide through picturesque Florentine streets to taste some of the most delicious Tuscan street food and wine.

You'll start with a sweet pastry before sampling a variety of delicious Tuscan food and Chianti wine. You'll discover shops filled with fresh produce, artisan bakeries and wine cellars selling glasses of wine before arriving at the famous "All'Antico Vinaio" sandwich shop. You'll skip the lines here to try the famous schiacciata (Tuscan bread similar to focaccia).

You'll hear historic anecdotes while exploring hidden squares and lesser-known alleys. Your guide will show you where the artist Michelangelo once lived and see Piazza Signoria. This foodie adventure ends with a creamy gelato!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "The tour was awesome! Laura was super friendly and knowledgeable! She not only talked about the foods we were trying, but also threw in lots of tid bits about the history of Florence. We ate lots of great food, drank some good wine and learned so much about Florence cuisine! So much fun!!!"

18. Tuscan food and wine walking experience

• The tour departs every day at 4:30pm; lasts 2h 30 minutes
• Meet the group at Piazza della Repubblica in front of tall marble column situated in front of Gilli Cafe & Rinascente department store
• Minimum age for this tour is 18 years old
• There is also an option of booking a private tour!
• TOUR COMPANY: Intrepid

On this foodie tour, you'll enjoy Tuscan specialties in some of the top eateries and bars in the city. After meeting your guide, you'll proceed to your first stop, where you'll taste prosciutto and other typical salumi (from organic farm). In addition, you'll savour extra-virgin olive oil on toasted bread with pecorino cheese (along a glass of Chianti).

At your next stop, you'll taste traditional Tuscan dishes, such as ribollita, panzanella or lampredotto (along local wines). Your next stops would be enoteca (to taste wines, olive oils and pastries) and gelateria (to taste amazing gelato)! In the end, you'll have cantucci (almond cookies) and Vin Santo - a perfect pair!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "The tour exceeded all expectations. The tour guide's recommendations for gelato and wine were exceptional. The gelato stops were a delight, with a range of flavors that left me wanting more. The wine selections were expertly curated, showcasing the best of the region's winemaking. The guide's knowledge and passion made the tour even more enjoyable. Overall, this tour is a must-try for food and wine enthusiasts, offering a delectable experience that will linger in your memory."

19. Food tasting & sunset aperitivo in Florence

• Available every day at 2pm; the tour lasts 4 hours
• The guide will wait you outside Central Market with a "Tourist Italy" flag
• TOUR COMPANY: Tourist Italy

This tour takes you on a gastro journey in Florence. You'll explore the lively Mercato Centrale indoor market, where you'll enjoy meeting local vendors and taste a bunch of local products. Immerse yourself in the city’s culinary traditions as you tantalize your taste buds with Tuscan bread, truffle, traditional meat dishes, biscotti, and Vino Santo, a sweet dessert wine.

As the day transitions to evening, you'll follow your guide to an exclusive rooftop. There you'll relax and indulge in a classic Italian aperitif complemented by a cold-cut platter, all while basking in the stunning sunset over Florence. This is a small group experience!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "If you're a foodie like me, you'll love this tour. We started off at the city's main market and followed our guide on a food tour of the place. He was a local so he introduced us to some of the vendors that he knew and we got a chance to taste a bunch of different products. After, we went to a hotel rooftop with a guide and were treated to drinks and some cold-cut meats. The sun was setting and there was an amazing view over Florence. Was a super memorable experience. If you're short on time and want to get a taste of Florence cuisine, this is the tour to go for!"

20. Private food tour In Florence (with Vanessa)

• This is a private tour with a local guide Vanessa Tonarelli
• Meet her in front of the statue of Giovanni delle Bande Nere in Piazza San Lorenzo
• The tour is available every day at 3pm

On this unique 3-hour private tour you'll experience Florence's essence through its art, history and delicious cuisine. Starting from San Lorenzo district this tour takes you to some of the most iconic spots of Florence such as Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza della Signoria, Piazza San Firenze, the Via dei Neri, across Ponte Vecchio, Santa Felicita Church until you reach Piazza Santo Spirito.

Along the way you'll stop to taste amazing local food such as cheeses, salami, crostini, gelato and off course lots of wine as well as Spritz.

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Vanessa is a great guide. She took us to some great stops in Florence -- and in a variety of neighborhoods -- and was also able to answer our various questions along the way. I'm also really glad that she pushed us out of our comfort zone to try foods we might not have otherwise!"

21. Wine tasting in the heart of Florence

• Choose from several time slots during the day
• The wine tasting lasts for 1h (except the private option which lasts 1.5h) and takes place in the wine cellar near Central Market
• TOUR COMPANY: My Green Tour Italy

Learn about Tuscan wines from wine specialists on this wine tasting. You'll be warmly greeted by the guide to the traditional wine cellar in the heart of Florence. You'll find out about local wine production and different grape varieties. Then, you'll taste their finest wines, choosing from the robust Chianti Classico, the elegant Brunello di Montepulciano to the fruity Morellino. 

Along sipping wines, you'll nibble tasty bruschettas, salami and prosciutto and cheeses, like pecorino and cacio. Come hungry as they give you a ton of delicious foods to accompany the wine!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "What a lovely experience. We were there with one other couple so it was very cosy and private. We ended up upgrading to the 6 wine package as it was definitely worth it. A lot of the wines where from the Chianti region - one of our favourites. The sommelier was so friendly and helpful, answered all of our questions. The food was fresh and delicious. Definitely don’t eat any meals before you go as there is quite a bit of food served! Fabulous romantic evening, thank you."

22. Florence Sunday market food tour

• The tour starts every Sunday at 10am
• Meet your group near the Monumento a Giovanni delle Bande Nere in Piazza di San Lorenzo (a short walk from the Duomo)
• If you have special dietary requirements, advise the tour operator when booking
• This tour is limited to 10 participants
• TOUR COMPANY: Secret Food Tours
• 👍 You'll love this food tour around authentic Florence area!

Join this exclusive Sunday food tour in the heart of Florence's San Lorenzo neighbourhood. Escape the touristy crowds and immerse yourself in the authentic culinary treasures of this vibrant city.

Your first stop will include a true Florentine breakfast with macchiatone and sfogliatella alla crema. Your guide will take you next through San Lorenzo market to feast local specialties such as schiacciata (Florentine version of focaccia), lampredotto, a selection of cold cuts, salami and cheeses (along wine). You'll end your tour with a gelato at local gelateria. There's also a delicious secret dish (you'll have to join the tour to find out what it is!).

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23. Coffee experience in Tuscany

• This coffee adventure is available on Tuesday and Friday from 10am
• The starting point is tram stop Villa Costanza
• The tour lasts for 6 hours
• TOUR COMPANY: Tourist Italy
• 👍 Ideal for coffee lovers!

This unique tour begins with a pick-up in Florence, then you continue your travel by coach to Accademia del Caffè Espresso. The place itself is very old and tells the history of Italian coffee. The guide will explain to your the whole world of coffee and the development of coffee machines (tasting the coffee is included).

Your coffee journey then continues to a family-owned coffee factory (150 years old). Here you'll learn about the entire coffee-making process, from the selection of the finest beans to the art of roasting, grinding and packing. You'll also have the chance to taste various coffee blends and even try your hand at making coffee using a real barista machine.

Between these 2 stops, you'll have a time to explore Fiesole village and enjoy panoramic views of Florence (you can have a lunch here, at your own expenses). The trip is in a comfortable minibus that drove through the wonderful Tuscan landscape. This tour is an absolute must for coffee lovers!

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TOUR REVIEW: "I'm really not a wine drinker so I was concerned going to Tuscany might be a waste of time. But when I found this coffee tour I was excited about the idea. I can't survive a day without a cup of coffee, so I thought this would be the perfect alternative to a winery tour. I must say, this experience was incredible and was everything I was looking for in a tasting tour. We went deep into the Tuscan hills, visited a 150-year-old coffee factory, and learned so much about the whole production process. Everything ran on schedule. My favorite thing about the tour was that the group was small. There were just 8 of us, so we really got a chance to speak with the factory owners and the guides. We tasted different coffee beans and even learned how to use the espresso machines. 10/10 - really recommend!"

24. Florence private food and wine tour

• Meet your guide on the steps of the Church of Sant'Ambrogio
• Available from Monday to Saturday (choose your own departure time)
• The tour is adaptable to vegetarians, pescatarians, those with other dietary restrictions (dairy-free and gluten-free)
• TOUR COMPANY: Tuscany Flavour

Enjoy an introduction to Florence's culinary traditions and discover local businesses and parts of the city which many other visitors overlook, on this personalized walking tour.

You'll start your walk in Sant' Ambrogio neighbourhood, where you'll sip coffee and mingle with locals. Next, you'll dive into the vibrant open market, meeting fisherman and butchers, while sampling fresh local products. 

From there you'll stroll through the city, while sampling delicacies, including classic cantucci, truffle, olive oil, sweets, meats, cheeses, wine, gelato and much more. This 3-hour food tour is not just about what you'll taste, but also about being a part of the local community! Be sure to come hungry because our tastings are plentiful and will equate to a whole meal!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Very enjoyable experience! We enjoyed the open air market and tasting many of the local cheeses meats and pastries! Thank you!"

25. Small-group Florence food walking tour

• Meet your guide at Via dei Cimatori, 9R (not far from Piazza della Signoria) every day at 10am
• The private tour is also available
• TOUR COMPANY: Fat Tire Tours

This 3-hour foodie tour starts with a visit to a café, where you'll try 2 types of coffee and learn about the roasting process. You'll then continue to an deli shop to sample a panino tartufato, a delicate, truffle pâté sandwich made with the truffles for which the deli is famous.

Next, you'll wander through San Lorenzo Market and try olive oils with crostini, toasted bread and sweet balsamic vinegars. At local wine shop (enoteca) you'll try 2 Tuscan wines, accompanied by delicious regional cheeses and local meats. Finish the tour with a cone of fabulous gelato! This tour offers personalized experience!

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "Our family had a wonderful time on the food tour. Every spot was tastefully chosen and we would’ve never found such great food simply wandering around on our own. On top of that our guide, Veronica, was an excellent and lovely person who made us feel right at home in Florence! 10/10"

26. Private wine tasting In Florence

• Meet your guide in front of statue of Benvenuto Cellini on Ponte Vecchio at 7:30pm
• The tour is available on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
• TOUR COMPANY: Magelline

Spend a beautiful Florence evening by walking the streets of Florence and sipping Tuscan wines and eating snacks. This tour follows a route from the Ponte Vecchio to Oltrarno and then back over the river to the historic centre. You'll end your tour with a picnic in front of the Duomo. 

You'll sip on a selection of white and red Tuscan wine, including a Chianti on this tour. Plus, you'll learn many facts about the Florentine Medici family and Florence history in general. Travellers really love this interesting wine experience!

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WINE TASTING REVIEW: "Nadia was truly a beautiful person with a beautiful experience to match. She took us around very monumental aspects of Florence while educating us on the rich history. The wine was delicious and her knowledge was unmatched. Thank you for leaving an imprint on our hearts."

27. Half-day trip to Chianti region (with dinner and wine tasting)

• You'll be picked-up from your Florence accommodation at 3:15pm and driven to the countryside
• After the tour has finished the driver will bring you back (the tour lasts around 6 hours)

This day trip from Florence will take you Chianti region for visiting 2 boutique wineries (Fattoria di Luiano and Castellinuzza) by comfortable van.

Once in first winery, you'll have a private tour of the estate and wine cellars and receive a full explanation of wine making. Afterwards, you will be tasting and drinking top-end wines produced by the winery itself.

When visiting second winery, the owner will show you around the estate and offer you wines for tasting. In the relaxing ambience of the winery, you'll be served 3-course dinner made of traditional Tuscan dishes. You'll love this trip to the Tuscan countryside!

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DAY TRIP REVIEW: "This tour was fantastic! We loved going to two Chianti Classico wineries and having dinner at one of them. The scenery was beautiful, and the wine and food was outstanding. Our guide, Johnny, was excellent and extremely informative. We would highly recommend this tour."

28. Chianti safari with cheese, wine & lunch from Florence

• Meeting point is in front of Biblioteca Nazionale (National Library) in Piazza dei Cavalleggeri in Florence
• The departure is every day at 9am - you'll be returned back to Florence after the tour
• TOUR COMPANY: Walkabout Florence Tours
• 👍 One of the most popular Florence experiences!

This 9-hour tour takes you to the Tuscan countryside to enjoy a day of sightseeing, wine tasting and enjoy amazing food. Once you hop aboard an air-conditioned 4x4 minibus, you'll head to a winery where you'll spend a couple of hours tasting wines along cured meats and 2 olive oils (you'll also visit wine cellars and olive mill). So interesting!

Next, you'll go off-road through ancient woodland and rolling hills until you get to typical Tuscan winery restaurant. Here you'll enjoy delicious 3-course meal, including different types of fresh pasta and glasses of Chianti wine. You will not want to leave!

The adventure continues with a drive through the countryside to the final stop, small Classico Chianti winery. You'll learn more about wine here, before sitting down for the final tasting of 3 wines paired with cheese and driving back to the Florence.

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: "BOOK THIS TOUR!!! Do not miss the opportunity to experience high quality food and wine on this amazing day in the Tuscan countryside. Our guide Sarah, had a vast knowledge of wine. She took us to two exceptional wineries and a darling remote restaurant. I was skeptical of booking due to the vehicle, I thought it looked “comical”. It was actually very comfortable and kept our group a good size. Our driver Christof wound us through the countryside in style. We also really enjoyed meeting the other guests on this tour. Our 22 year old daughter and her friend also really enjoyed the day. So thrilled we booked."

29. Essence of Chianti small-group tour (with lunch and tastings)

• Available every day with departure time at 9am and lasts 8 hours
• Meet your guide and group in Piazzale Montelungo (next to SMN train station)
• TOUR COMPANY: Prestige Rent
• 👍 Tour with excellent reviews!

Taste the true essence of the renowned Chianti wine region on this small-group tour from Florence (by Prestige Rent). After 45 minutes ride, your first stop will be Riseccoli, a family-owned winery, surrounded by rolling hills planted with vines and olive trees. Here after the visit, you'll taste a selection of wines and olive oil.

After a panoramic ride through the Tuscany counstryside, you'll reach Greve, a typical Tuscan village where you'll spend some time sightseeing and shopping (for wine and other local products). You'll continue your ride to Casa Emma, the second winery where you'll learn all the secrets of production Chianti red wine and the Tuscan olive oil. Here you'll enjoy a typical Tuscan light lunch paired with different wines (Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans). 

The last stop is at Villa Poggio Torselli, a family-owned winery (and villa) where you are going to enjoy the views over Florence and one of the most beautiful Italian gardens in the area. You'll also taste their top quality products. Your trip will end with a pleasant 45 minutes drive back to Florence. This tour is worth the money!

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DAY TRIP REVIEW: "We travelled to Florence in late May and everyone in our group of eight, loved the Essence of Chianti tour. Our driver Leo, was entertaining and had the best sense of humor. The wineries were sensational and we are enjoying wine from all three of our stops at home now! Our brief stop in Greve was a highlight and by far some of the best shopping of our Italian trip. Highly recommend the tour!"

30. Tuscany bike tour in Chianti Hills with wine tasting

• This bike tour takes place at 8:30am from Monday to Saturday
• Meeting location at Via Ghibellina 34
• The tour lasts approximately 6 hours (with 2 hours bike ride)
• Round trip transport from Florence to the starting point in the countryside is organised by the tour company
• TOUR COMPANY: Tuscany Bike Tours
• 👍 Very popular activity from Florence!

Get outside Florence and explore the famous Chianti countryside on this bike tour that combines spectacular scenery, medieval history and Tuscan flavours.

You'll pedal through the valleys and over hills dotted with olive trees, vines and old castles. The tour group stops along the ride at picture stops.  The ride has lots of scenic views across the rolling countryside and is 90% either flat or downhill. After biking, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch with wine and extra virgin olive oil tasting.

We're sure you'll love this popular bike tour of Tuscan countryside!

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BIKE TOUR REVIEW: "This was one of our favorite tours while in Italy. We loved the beautiful Tuscan scenery while biking through the hills (an mostly downhill!). Our guides were super friendly and knowledgeable. After biking, the tour of the winery, lunch and wine tasting in the castle were excellent. I would definitely book this tour again."

31. Florence food tasting tour with wine

• Choose from tours at 12pm and 5pm
• Meet your group at Via di S. Giuseppe, 4R (Santa Croce) - easy walk from any major Florence sight
• A vegetarian menu is available upon request
• OPERATOR: Local Guides Tour

This 2-hour tour is a combo of sightseeing and tasting delicious food. Follow your guide on a walking tour through the streets of historic center, and listen interesting stories and legends. Then, stop at some of the best food places to taste local dishes.

Some of the specialties you'll taste are ribollita, lampredotto, cheeses and a selection of cold cuts. Along food, you'll drink local wines, including Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. The tour ends in Oltrarno (across the river from historic center), from where you can continue exploring the area once the tour ends.

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FOOD TOUR REVIEW: I booked this experience at the last minute and was initially a little hesitant because it had no reviews. However, when I arrived, I found a super welcoming environment. Enrico and Vanessa are outstanding hosts, making everyone feel right at home. The tour was not only incredibly fun but also very satisfying. The wines were excellent! I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable outing.

32. Street food walking tour with city highlights

• This small group tour takes place at 11am from Monday to Saturday
• Meet your guide at Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, by the obelisk
• Vegetarian options can be accommodate only if advised in advance
• The tour is not suitable for vegans, gluten-free and lactose intolerante
• TOUR COMPANY: Pink Umbrella Tours
• 👍 This tour is cheaper than the other ones!

On this 2.5 hours street food tour, an expert guide will take you to some of the iconic Florence sights, such as the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, to tell you historic facts. You'll also visit the farmers market, browse through the stalls and sample some local specialties, such as fresh pasta, pizza and gelato.

You will stop in local eateries and learn about the legends and the traditions of the local cuisine and its traditions. This walking tour is a great way to discover the food, the art and the culture of Florence!

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33. Tuscan delicious food degustation (private)

• Choose from departures at 10:30am, 11:30am, 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm
• Meet your guide at Piazza del Duomo (in the heart of Florence)
• Tour available in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese
• TOUR COMPANY: Made of Tuscany

This private tour starts from the heart of Florence and takes you around the city. You'll pass through the medieval streets of the city and stop at local eateries, wine bars, and gelateria to taste amazing food and wines. You'll hear stories while tasting and eating the best desert ever. 

With this 3-hour tour you will have the opportunity to experience the Florence of the Florentines, a visit of the city not only from a historical-artistic point of view, but also experience the traditions and cuisine of everyday life.

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Food tour review: Our guide was simply fantastic, he was able to answer all of our questions (he was a walking history encyclopedia) and gave us a first overview of Florence and its history! All the samples were great!

Don't skip trying these unique foods while in Florence:

• Coccoli - small balls of dough fried in olive oil and stuffed with prosciutto and creamy cheese like stracchino. fried balls of yeast filled with prosciutto and stracchino cheese, ideal served as antipasto or along aperitivo. These are one of Florence's most popular street foods. Try coccoli on this private Florence food tour (along a loads of other tasty delicacies!)!
  
  
• Trippa and lampredotto - Trippa is tripe, the edible part of a cow's stomach. Lampredotto is a more local specialty - it's fourth stomach of a cow, cooked for hours with onion, parsley, tomato and celery until it's soft. Both delicacies are usually served as a sandwich, on a crispy bun with some green or spicy sauce, depending on your taste. Ready to tray lampredotto? Join this great food tour of Oltrarno!
  
  
• Schiacciata - chewier and flatter version of foccacia (ideal for snacking during the day). It's usually filled with various fillings such as prosciutto, ham, cheese, greens...
  
  
• Crostini con fegatini - toasted bread spread with velvety, extra-salty chicken liver pâté), an ideal pair an afternoon or evening aperitivo.
  
  
• Ribolitta soup - Tuscan soup made of kale, cannelini beans, carrots, celery potatoes, onions, tomatoes, herbs and garlic (thickened with chunks of stale bread).
  
  
• Pappa al pomodoro is rustic tomato soup typically prepared with fresh tomatoes, bread, olive oil, garlic, basil and various other fresh ingredients. It is usually made with leftover bread and can be served hot, room temperature or chilled.
  
  
• Finocchiona - aromatic cured pork salami (spiced with fennel), best thinly sliced alongside other cured meat on an antipasto board. 
  
  
• Pappardelle al cinghiale - a wild boar ragù on top of pappardelle (a wide long flat shape pasta). The meat marinates overnight in red wine, herbs, and vegetables, and is slow-cooked with onions, garlic, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and a variety of herbs and spices.
  
  
• Il peposo - Tuscan stew made of beef and seasoned with black pepper, garlic and salt and then stewed all day in red wine (best served with polenta or bread).
  
  
• Bistecca alla fiortenina - the massive, classic thick-cut T-bone steak (sourced from the local Chianina cattle bread), grilled seasoned with just olive oil, salt and pepper and served bloody. Try thisTuscan meat delicacy on this mouth-watering food tour!
  
  
• Cantucci - dry cookies from Prato, ideal for dipping into a coffee or tea. Tuscans enjoy them with Vin Santo. Original version are almond cantucci, but they also come packed with dark chocolate, candied orange peel, dry figs etc. Go to Leonardo Firenze (Via Porta Rossa 14R or Via dei Macci 65R) to taste real cantucci (just one bite and you could tell they are special) - 125gr of cantucci with 4-5 different flavours costs €5-6.
  

3 good reasons to take a food tour in Florence:

• You'll enjoy meeting and learning the history from locals and really feel connected when you are visiting a new destination.
  
  
• Take the food tour on the first day of your trip, so you know where to eat the rest of your stay. This is a great way to find out food places off the beaten track, that you'd never find on your own.
  
  
• If you are travelling solo, taking a food tour is great activity for meeting new people. Plus, this way you have the chance to try more food than you could as one person order at the restaurant.
  

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