
Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier
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4.9/5
Based on 244 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier worth booking?
Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier is a 1-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $40 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 244 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (244)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Just steps from Ponte Vecchio, this interactive wine tasting is perfect for anyone who wants to experience Italian wine beyond a traditional tasting. Guided by a wine expert, you’ll learn how to recognise aromas, flavour
What you get
About this experience
Just steps from Ponte Vecchio, this interactive wine tasting is perfect for anyone who wants to experience Italian wine beyond a traditional tasting. Guided by a wine expert, you’ll learn how to recognise aromas, flavours and structure while discovering your personal wine profile through two premium Italian wines or four tasting pours. Wines are served in our exclusive FirstGlass bottles to preserve every aroma and flavour until the moment they’re opened. Ideal for beginners and wine lovers alike, this fun, hands-on experience gives you practical tasting skills, insider knowledge and a memorable introduction to Italian wine culture in the heart of Florence.
What's included
Included
- Wine-tasting manual
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Wine-tasting kit (Flavours)
- Alcoholic beverages
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
The meeting point is the First Glass store, where the tasting will take place.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is the First Glass store, where the tasting will take place.
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- First Glass
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Tasting is prohibited to those under 16 years of age
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 244 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
244 verified traveler reviews for Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wine Tasting near the Bridge - Amazing!
Wonderful wine tasting experience near the Ponte Vecchio Bridge. We learned so much and had so much fun! Talk with Diamond she is so knowledgeable and fun. If you are near the bridge and enjoy wine Firstglass is a must do.
via Tripadvisor
Definitely need to do this if you’re in Florence
Our wine guide Antonio was very helpful. Highly recommend you stopping by here if you’re in Florence and doing a wine tasting. You’re drinking wineoverlooking the beautiful river and Ponte Vecchio. It was amazing.
via Tripadvisor
Wine window
Great views and great vibes! Overlooking the water and the bridge. Absolutely beautiful location. Option to take to go or to stay and drink. Music playing. Beautiful!
via Tripadvisor
Lovely tasting
It was a really great experience and the tasting was really good. Loved the waitress she really knew her wines!
via Tripadvisor
Best little wine windows
Great location, wine is wonderful and customer service the best!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 85
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 244 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 Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier?
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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 Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier?
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Around 85 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Florence Wine Tasting near Ponte Vecchio | Learn Like a Sommelier 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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