About this tour
Walk through Florence's backstreets with a local guide tasting your way through the city's food culture. Over three hours, you'll sample cured meats, cheese, bruschetta and crostini at neighbourhood spots, then move on to the famous lampredotto sandwich, local wine, espresso and gelato. It's a private tour for up to ten people—part guided exploration, part eating education, all authentic.
Highlights
- Taste lampredotto sandwich, Florence's street-food hallmark
- Sample cured meats, cheese, bruschetta and crostini
- Local wine tasting from Tuscan vineyards
- Espresso and gelato in proper neighbourhood bars
- Private guide shares insider knowledge of each stop
- Vegetarian options available with advance notice
What to expect
Expect a steady pace through central Florence, stopping at family-run shops and bars rather than tourist restaurants. Your guide will explain what you're eating—the provenance of the prosciutto, why lampredotto matters in working-class Florentine food, how to drink wine here. You'll stand at counters with locals, taste things you haven't tried before. The tour builds from light snacks to heartier items, finishing with something sweet. Dress for the weather; you'll be on your feet most of the time.
Good to know
Book vegetarian adjustments ahead. Children need an adult present. Wine tastings require being 18+. The route is wheelchair accessible throughout. Tours run regardless of weather, so bring appropriate clothing.
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.