Florence Sunset Food & Wine Tour by Eating Europe
5,0 (6029)3h30Florence, Italy
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HistoricalHiking
Florence Street Food Walking Tour with Wine
4.8(115 reviews)Florence, Italy
2h30DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
This 2.5-hour walking tour in the Duomo area allows participants to explore Florence's culinary and cultural heritage. It is suitable for food enthusiasts and those interested in local traditions. The tour is conducted in small groups, providing a more intimate experience. An expert guide will share insights into Tuscany’s food traditions and the history of significant landmarks, including the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, the Baptistery, and Brunelleschi's Dome. Participants will enjoy tastings of local delicacies, such as schiacciata with cured meats or cheeses, paired with a choice of red or white Tuscan wine. The tour concludes with artisan gelato from a renowned gelateria near the Ponte Vecchio. Note that this experience includes food and wine tastings, but transportation to the meeting point is not provided.
Itinerary
1
San Lorenzo
The Basilica di San Lorenzo (Basilica of St Lawrence) is one of the largest churches of Florence, situated at the centre of the city’s main market district, and the burial place of all the principal members of the Medici family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III. It is one of several churches that claim to be the oldest in Florence, having been consecrated in 393 at which time it stood outside the city walls. The market it is located next to the church of San Lorenzo in the Medici neighborhood. The market is made up of two separate markets: the outdoor section of the market lines the surroundings streets of the large Mercato Centrale building, here you will find leather selling, clothing and many souvenirs. This outdoor market is a great addition to your sightseeing!!
2
Duomo
The Cathedral Square is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence. It is one of the most visited places in Europe and the world and in Florence, the most visited area of the city. The square contains the Florence Cathedral with the Cupola del Brunelleschi, the Giotto's Campanile, the Florence Baptistery, the Loggia del Bigallo, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and the Arcivescovile and Canonici's palace. The west zone of this square is called Piazza San Giovanni. We will see this amazing square tasting a delicious icecream!
3
Piazza della Signoria
Piazza della Signoria is one of the most captivating squares in Florence. It’s a perfectly romantic spot to sit and admire art and architecture or simply soak up the Tuscan sun with some fine people watching. Here we will taste local delicacies such as cured meat, cheese and wine!
4
Mercato Centrale
This walking tour includes also the visit of San Lorenzo market: strolling through the market you will learn loads of precious information, suggestions and recommendations regarding the food traditions in Tuscany, all your senses will be overwhelmed by the colours and the flavors, even the market noise will be a pleasant sound.
5
Ponte Vecchio
The tour ends close to Ponte Vecchio with amazing view of river Arno - the best point for making great pictures :-)
What's included / not included
Guided visit around site such as Santa Croce area till Ponte TrinitàVegetarian option with prior notice(though not suitable for celiacs or people with severe allergies)Samples of best, typical Florence foodAlcoholic beveragesLicensed, top rated Local Guide
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Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- Not suitable for celiacs ( gluten free diet)
Traveller reviews
4.8115 reviews
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