About this tour
Walk Florence's centre with a local guide who threads food through the city's stories. Over 2.5 hours, you'll hit three neighbourhood spots sampling lampredotto, crostini, cured meats and cheese alongside two glasses of Tuscan wine. This isn't a museum tour pretending food is a side note—it's a chance to taste how Florentines actually eat, paired with the piazzas and streets that shaped those recipes.
Highlights
- Three tastings at working food shops, not tourist setups
- Lampredotto and crostini from local producers
- Two wines paired with regional cheeses and cold cuts
- Walking route covers hidden corners beyond the guidebook
- Expert guide weaves history and food together
- Vegetarian option available
What to expect
You'll spend the tour on foot through central Florence, stopping every 45 minutes or so at small establishments—a salumeria, a bakery, a gelateria—where the owners or staff will explain what you're eating. The guide talks as you walk between stops, building context around the food and the neighbourhoods. Tastings come with wine poured properly, not rushed. Expect 3–4 bites at each stop rather than full plates; the aim is breadth and flavour, not fullness. By the end you'll have covered ground and tasted enough to understand what makes Florentine food distinct from the Tuscany you see in film.
Good to know
Bring comfortable shoes. The route is flat and wheelchair-accessible throughout. Children under five can sit on laps or use pushchairs. Wine tastings are non-alcoholic soft drinks if requested. Book vegetarian in advance if needed. Public transport stops nearby if you need to leave early.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.