
Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights
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Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights is a 2-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $39 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Taste Florence through its streets, markets, and historic piazzas on a flexible food tour lasting between 2 and 4 hours. Guests may choose the style and pace that best fits their visit, with changing itineraries, tasting
What you get
About this experience
Taste Florence through its streets, markets, and historic piazzas on a flexible food tour lasting between 2 and 4 hours. Guests may choose the style and pace that best fits their visit, with changing itineraries, tastings, and neighborhoods depending on the selected level. The 2-hour Regular Tour, offered privately or in a small group, provides a flavorful introduction to Florentine street cuisine. Expect local favorites such as schiacciata stuffed with cured meats, crostini, coccoli, artisan cheeses, and traditional gelato—focused solely on food tastings. For deeper exploration, the 3-hour Gourmet Tour adds extra stops, cultural insight, and curated wine pairings from Tuscany. Travelers seeking exclusivity may choose the 4-hour Private Signature Experience, featuring personalized routes, premium tastings, and refined wine selections. In every version, a knowledgeable guide shares stories, traditions, and local tips—offering an authentic, delicious way to experience Florence.
What's included
Included
- Professional local guide
- Small group or private option
- Food tastings
Not included
- Drinks depending on option
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Meet your tour guide at the Piazza dell'Unità Italiana and start your tasty walking tour to discover the city like a local. Please note that the actual meeting point depends on the selected option.
15 minutes here
If part of the itinerary, you will visit the two-level food market with a variety of products made by the local farmers.
30 minutes here
Basilica di San Lorenzo
After visiting the Central market, you will pass by the one of the most important Florentine Renaissance Church built in 1418 by Filippo Brunelleschi to a commission by the Medici family.
15 minutes here
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Discover the symbol of Florence and one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world with the entertaining and informative commentary from your guide.
Pass by without stopping
Stroll through Piazza del Duomo if part of the itinerary, and marvel at the stunning Baptistery towering over it.
15 minutes here
Piazza Della Repubblica
After walking through the cobbled narrow streets, you may reach one of the oldest squares in Florence, with an impressive Column of Abundance, which marks the geographical centre of the city since Roman times.
15 minutes here
Piazza della Signoria
Visit the main square of the Florence with a plenty of historic monuments worth seeing. You will discover the prominent Palazzo Vecchio, The Loggia dei Lanzi, Fountain of Neptune, a replica of Michelangelo's David and many other attractions.
15 minutes here
Piazza di Santa Croce
Your Florence Street Food tour may end at another historic square of Florence - Piazza Santa Croce. It attracts visitors for its Basilica, the largest Franciscan Church in the world and picturesque renaissance buildings, which overlook the square.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
Meet your guide at Piazza dell'Unità Italiana by the obelisk in the centre of the square.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends in Santa Croce Square.
Options you can book
Gourmet Option - Private
Private option Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Gourmet Option - Small Group
Small group option Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Private Signature Experiences
Private option Duration: 4 hours
Regular Tour Small Group 2.5h
Small group up to 14 people
Regular Tour - Private
Private option Duration: 2 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Blue Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Gluten-free and vegan options not available
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $39 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Florence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Florence is not rushed.
Is Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Florence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Florence and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Florence Food Tour with Local Guide and City Highlights start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Florence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Florence?
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On Outty we rank every Florence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class & Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Florence?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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