Weekend Food Tour - Florence for Foodies

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€ 89 Per person

all-inclusive: 7 food stops and taxes.

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What You’ll Do

Embark on a weekend food tour in one of the world's most romantic cities.

Spend a weekend immersed in Tuscan culinary traditions on a food tour through Florence’s Sant'Ambrogio neighborhood. Discover the flavors that have made this region famous worldwide.

Begin with a Florentine breakfast in a beautiful café, followed by a stroll through the lively Sant'Ambrogio Market. Taste renowned Tuscan cheeses, cured meats and lampredotto sandwiches. Enjoy rustic pastas and soups in a cozy trattoria, then cool off with artisanal gelato. End your weekend with a secret dish crafted to delight. Reserve your spot now for a true Tuscan feast.

Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Begin at one of the most beautiful cafés in Florence to discover how locals start their day — with a traditional Florentine breakfast.

Stop 2

Explore Sant'Ambrogio Market, a hidden gem where locals shop daily for the freshest seasonal produce and specialties.

Stop 3

Sample a selection of Tuscan cheeses, meats and hams, the flavors that have made this region world-renowned for its charcuterie.

Stop 4

Try lampredotto, Florence’s iconic street food made from slow-cooked tripe and served in a crusty roll — a true local favorite.

Stop 5

Dine at a welcoming trattoria, where rustic Tuscan pastas and soups showcase centuries of culinary tradition.

Stop 6

Cool off with a scoop of artisanal gelato, freshly made with natural ingredients and seasonal flavors.

Stop 7

As always, finish with a flavorful Secret Dish to round out the experience.

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 12
Food Stops 7
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Meet your guide

Guide Charlie or Local Guide

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Guide Charlie and their team continuously strive to create the best experiences for culinary adventurers. Let them lead you to the best food Florence has to offer and they’ll show you the secret side of the city's historic foodie scene featuring fresh pasta and other epicurean treasures. Your expert food tour guide knows the ins and outs of this cultural city, and will spotlight its rich culture through food, drink and lore.

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What You’ll Do

Embark on a weekend food tour in one of the world's most romantic cities.

Your Tastings

Stop 1

Begin at one of the most beautiful cafés in Florence to discover how locals start their day — with a traditional Florentine breakfast.

Stop 2

Explore Sant'Ambrogio Market, a hidden gem where locals shop daily for the freshest seasonal produce and specialties.

Stop 3

Sample a selection of Tuscan cheeses, meats and hams, the flavors that have made this region world-renowned for its charcuterie.

Stop 4

Try lampredotto, Florence’s iconic street food made from slow-cooked tripe and served in a crusty roll — a true local favorite.

Stop 5

Dine at a welcoming trattoria, where rustic Tuscan pastas and soups showcase centuries of culinary tradition.

Stop 6

Cool off with a scoop of artisanal gelato, freshly made with natural ingredients and seasonal flavors.

Stop 7

As always, finish with a flavorful Secret Dish to round out the experience.

Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.

Tour Facts

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 12
Food Stops 7
Approximate Duration 3 hours
Labels City Tours, Walking Food Tours

Reviews

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Guide Charlie or Local Guide

Dean

12 Apr 2025

Paolo was an exceptional host - his knowledge of foods was equal to the wealth of historical information he shared with us. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Firenze.

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Niki

27 Jan 2023

Paolo was fantastic; he interacted with everyone on the tour, able to answer everyone's questions and expand the tour where possible. Because there were only 12 of us, we could hear him at all times. He took us to to some less obvious food and drink hotspots, encouraging us to try out new dishes and sample the local traditional cuisine.

Sandra

27 Jan 2023

We had no idea what to anticipate when we signed up for this company's food tour. Paolo Frullini, our tour guide, was amazing! In addition to giving us a cuisine tour, he was very knowledgeable about Florence's history, and we learnt a lot from him about the city's beginnings. We would take the tour again and heartily recommend it. The city of Florence is wonderful!

Matthew

27 Jan 2023

A very enjoyable tour that was informative and included places I was not familiar with. Paolo was an excellent guide, selecting excellent wines and food for our group. It was refreshing to visit a market and restaurant frequented by locals. This tour was fantastic because it was a small, intimate group.

Danielle W.

27 Jan 2023

A fantastic tour that was both relaxed and casual. I'm in my late 60s, and my wife is in her early 70s. The tour was not rushed. There were 11 people in our group, and Paolo interacted with everyone. He was genuinely interested in our home countries, and the history of his city that he shared with us was fascinating. This prompted us to visit other structures and locations. The food and wines were delicious, and I would recommend this tour to adults of all ages.

Jane

27 Jan 2023

Paolo, our guide, arrived at the meeting point ahead of time and introduced himself. The tour was fantastic, and Paolo provided fascinating information on both the sights we saw in Florence and the food (which was even more amazing) Knowing that the restaurants we visited to sample food were ones that Paolo frequented made the experience even more engaging and personal.My favorite stop was the food market, where I purchased some homemade mustard jam. I would definitely recommend it for those who have a few hours to kill.

Shaunna

07 Dec 2022

We had a great time on Sofia's Food Tour! She led us to some wonderful, authentic restaurants that didn't have a touristy vibe! We particularly liked sampling the variety of market goods that had been set out for us on an outdoor table. She even purchased one for us to test at the market! She was a pleasure to converse with about life in Florence. It was helpful to have a local's viewpoint! We totally recommend both this tour and Sofia as the guide!

Andy

07 Dec 2022

Sofia was an excellent tour guide; she adores Florence and is passionate about good food. The tour was fantastic; we were a small group of five people who walked, talked, learned, sampled many Florence favorites, and saw many other places to return to. Sofia shared some delicious Florence foodie secrets. The entire tour was fantastic. Good company, as well as good food and wine.

Pat

07 Dec 2022

We had an excellent tour with Sophia (a Florentine native) that included four stops with delicious food. Perhaps I wouldn't call the Lampredotto excellent, but it is a local favorite and something you should try when in Florence just to say you've had the full food experience. The other foods, including but not limited to gelato, were excellent, and we were served generously. We didn't stop at any gelato shops before our dinner later that day because we had so much food. You've had a good foodie day if you've eaten well and gelato no longer appeals to you. This tour comes highly recommended by me.

Tara

05 Dec 2022

Gerardo surpassed my expectations. The tour was fantastic. Gerardo took us to restaurants we would never have discovered on our own. Gerardo kept the group entertained and informed. If you enjoy local cuisine in Florence, this is a must-do tour!

Karl

05 Dec 2022

This culinary tour was awesome! I was thrilled to explore parts of Florence that I had never been to before. Gerardo was highly knowledgeable and fascinating. In addition to learning a lot about Florence's food, I also gained a lot of knowledge about the city. We began with some delicious coffee and a small dessert. We made four additional stops after that. Excellent cuisine was served at each location. Additionally, I decided on the upgraded drink package and thought it was worth it. Definitely a great way to spend 3-4 hours. I recommend taking this tour!