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Florence’s leather market can make it hard to tell authentic Italian leather from tourist-market fakes. This educational walking tour visits long-standing workshops in Santa Croce and Oltrarno area, where you watch artisans work. Learn how leather is made from raw hide to finished product. Learn to identify real and fake leather in seconds. Learn to identify different types of animal leathers, and get scam-prevention and care tips. Plan to shop your Italian leather check-list or just wish focus on the craftsmanship - you are welcomed with same enthusiam :)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting at the statue of Dante found near the entrance of the Basilica of Santa Croce.
Itinerary
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1Piazza Santa Croce
Introduction to Florence's leather heritage and what to expect from today's artisan workshop visits.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Santa Croce
Visit family leather workshop (since 1950s)- Watch artisans at work, compare different animal leathers, and learn what makes authentic Italian leather.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Borgo San Lorenzo
Step into 3rd-generation leather atelier- Learn how a leather bag is crafted from raw hide to finished product.Customize your own if you wish
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Florence Historic Center
Specialty leather boutique (based on guest interests) Handmade gloves, journals, photo albums — discover unique artisan pieces and shop at fair local prices.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Observe famous leather market and learn scam prevention (from distance). Final Q&A, tips on caring for your leather purchases, and some recap.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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