Private Florence Food and Wine Tour with Local Guide

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This private evening food tour explores five small local businesses in the Oltrarno district with an expert foodie focused solely on you. This intimate tour makes it easy to ask questions, enjoy unhurried moments, and connect more closely with Florence’s food culture. Begin with a classic aperitivo of Tuscan wine and regional snacks, then stop at a historic wine window for Prosecco. Continue to a neighborhood wine bar for a hands on Negroni lesson where you can take your time learning each step and savor cold cuts and freshly baked schiacciata. Dinner at a family run trattoria features pasta and signature Florentine steak, as your guide explains how these dishes fit into local culinary traditions. End at an artisan gelateria with rotating seasonal flavors for a sweet finale. This private food tour keeps the evening comfortable, flexible, and ideal for a special occasion or simply enjoying Florence at your own pace.

What's Included

8+ food tastings (Enough for dinner)
6 drinks
Gratuities
Hotel Pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Piazza Santo Spirito, 12

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a red bag or Devour Tours sign. This tour meets in Piazza Santo Spirito, 12 by the statue of Cosimo Ridolfi. It is located on the side of the square furthest away from the church "Basilica di Santo Spirito."

End point
Piazza Torquato Tasso

Ticket Redemption Point

Piazza Santo Spirito, 12

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Your local guide introduces you to Florence’s aperitivo culture. With a plate of regional cheeses, bruschette, focaccia and Chianti Classico, you can settle in and learn how these flavors shape everyday life in the city.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    BABAE

    Visit a traditional Florentine wine window to enjoy a glass of Prosecco and hear the history behind this centuries-old local custom.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Learn how to craft a classic Negroni with step by step instructions, then enjoy your drink with freshly baked schiacciata.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Dinner follows at a family-run trattoria where the Florentine steak is the highlight of the meal

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Conclude with a visit to a small gelateria for a cup or cone made from organic regional ingredients.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
  • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiac), Dairy free, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women.
Supplied by Walks - Italy & Spain
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Tags

Wine Tastings
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Wine Tours
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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