About this tour
A two-hour guided walk through Florence's quieter neighbourhoods, steering clear of the main tourist drag. Starting at Piazza del Duomo, you'll navigate medieval laneways and cross into Oltrarno, stopping at independent wine merchants and food stalls. Taste lampredotto—the offal-based street food locals have eaten for centuries—alongside Tuscan cured meats, crostini, and regional wines. Finish with genuine Florentine gelato, made by artisans who guard their methods like family secrets.
Highlights
- Lampredotto tasting in medieval backstreet settings
- Wine tastings at independent Tuscan wine shops
- Cured meats and crostini pairings with local wines
- Walk through Oltrarno's residential quarters
- Artisanal gelato with authentic Florentine credentials
- Stories behind traditional Tuscan dishes and recipes
What to expect
Expect a relaxed, knowledge-driven two hours on foot through parts of Florence that feel lived-in rather than polished. Your guide leads you off the beaten circuit, past Renaissance tower-houses and down narrow passages where you'll pause to taste things—a glass of wine with sliced finocchiona and toasted bread, then the famous tripe dish that gets Florentines talking. You'll cross the Arno into Oltrarno, a neighbourhood where things happen slowly. By the end, your palate will have shifted from savoury to sweet, finishing with proper handmade ice cream. It's not a museum visit; it's eating how locals do.
Good to know
Fully accessible—wheelchairs and prams accommodated on all routes. Wine tastings are adults only (18+). The walk involves cobblestones and some hills; if you have cardiac concerns, check with your guide beforehand. Wear comfortable shoes. No attraction entry fees are included.
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