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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This 2, 5 hours walking tour includes the visit of the amazing downtown of Florence and 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. This is not just a street food tour, we 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 PONTE VECCHIO there will be time to taste a simple, tasty and traditional SCHIACCIATA that is a crisp and chewy Italian bread, made with a basic mixture of flour, yeast, olive oil, water, and salt filled with cured tuscan meat.
Last BUT not least here comes a refreshing ice-cream.
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Guided visit around site such as Santa Croce area till Ponte Trinità
Vegetarian option with prior notice(though not suitable for celiacs or people with severe allergies)
Samples of best, typical Florence food
Licensed, top rated Local Guide
Drinks
Departure Point
Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini, 6, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
All'ingresso delle Cappelle Medicee
San Lorenzo, Florence, Italy 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!! 30 minutes
Duomo, Florence, Italy 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! 15 minutes
Santa Croce, Florence, Italy 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! 30 minutes
Mercato Centrale, Florence, Italy This walking tour includes also the visit of 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. 30 minutes
Ponte Santa Trinita, Florence, Italy The tour ends in Santa Trinità Bridge with amazing view of Ponte Vechio - the best point for making great pictures :-) 15 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for celiacs ( gluten free diet)
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Rachel_K
25 Apr 2023
Such a great tour! Sylvio was amazing! Very knowledgeable and knew all the good food spots. And not the instagram popular spots all the hidden little gems in Florence that have been around for centuries.
Leland_C
12 Oct 2022
Ruggero did a great job of explaining the history behind the local foods and bringing the groups to some really interesting spots
GWENDOLYN_B
10 Jul 2022
The tour guide was wonderful we sampled different types of pasta, olive oils, the vendors at the different booths were very informative. We went all over the market two floors. I loved it so much we came back and got wines, cookies and lunch. Great Job A++++++++
This tour in
Florence
is organized by
Hili Travel s.r.l.
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