Florence Street Food Walking Tour including Pasta, Cantucci, Ice Cream and More!


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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Florence, Florence

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Our 2,5 hours walking tour includes the visit of the San Lorenzo fresh market, strolling through the market stalls you will learn loads of precious information, suggestions and recommendations regarding the food traditions in Tuscany, all your senses will be overwhelmed by the colours and the flavors, even the market noise will be a pleasant sound; after so many stimules your taste buds will be fully satisfied with fresh made pasta, truffles tasting and cantuccini.
This is not just a street food tour, our expert guide will also illustrate the arts of the city, share history, stories and anecdotes, while passing before the famous Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, its impressive Battistero and astonishing Dome.
Before end the tour in piazza Santa Croce there will be time to taste: pappa al pomodoro, a simple, tasty and traditional recipe, that comes from the age when wasting even a single piece of bread was unthinkable.
Last BUT not least here comes a refreshing ice-cream.


What's Included

Guided visit around site such as Santa Croce area

Local Guide

Samples of typical Florence food

Vegetarian option with prior notice(though not suitable for celiacs or people with severe allergies)

What's Not Included

Gratuities


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 0 - 3
  • CHILD: Age: 4 - 17
  • ADULT: Age: 18 - 99

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 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.
  • Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers

What To Expect

San Lorenzo
The Basilica di San Lorenzo (Basilica of St Lawrence) is one of the largest churches of Florence, situated at the centre of the city’s main market district, and the burial place of all the principal members of the Medici family from Cosimo il Vecchio to Cosimo III. It is one of several churches that claim to be the oldest in Florence, having been consecrated in 393 at which time it stood outside the city walls. The market it is located next to the church of San Lorenzo in the Medici neighborhood. The market is made up of two separate markets: the outdoor section of the market lines the surroundings streets of the large Mercato Centrale building, here you will find leather selling, clothing and many souvenirs. This outdoor market is a great addition to your sightseeing!!

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duomo
The Cathedral Square is located in the heart of the historic center of Florence. It is one of the most visited places in Europe and the world and in Florence, the most visited area of the city. The square contains the Florence Cathedral with the Cupola del Brunelleschi, the Giotto's Campanile, the Florence Baptistery, the Loggia del Bigallo, the Opera del Duomo Museum, and the Arcivescovile and Canonici's palace. The west zone of this square is called Piazza San Giovanni. We will see this amazing square tasting a delicious icecream!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Santa Croce
Piazza Santa Croce is one of the most captivating squares in Florence. Surrounded by historic buildings and home to the remarkable Basilica of Santa Croce, it’s a perfectly romantic spot to sit and admire the church, take a closer look at artistic details, like the 17th-century frescoes decorating the Palazzo dell’Antella, or simply soak up the Tuscan sun with some fine people watching. Come along on a journey as we explore the history of this beautiful piazza and share our favorite things to see and do while in Santa Croce. Here we will eat local delicacies such as salami, cheese and wine!

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free






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