Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option
Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 21 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option worth booking?
Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option is a 1.5-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $40 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (21)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Step into Florence's hidden side with an unforgettable evening walking tour! Start in Piazza della Repubblica, discover secret corners, snap photos at iconic spots like the Loggia del Porcellino, and walk along the Vasari Corridor’s path. Cross Ponte Vecchio into the authentic Oltrarno and sip Tuscan wine served through a historic "buchetta del vino." Dive into legends, history, and flavors on this one-of-a-kind experience! - Discover Florence’s historic wine windows - Discover hidden legends and secrets of Florence. - Visit Oltrarno district known for a vibrant local atmosphere. - Enjoy a Tuscan wine tasting from a wine window - Capture Instagram-worthy moments at iconic locations.
What you get
About this experience
Step into Florence's hidden side with an unforgettable evening walking tour! Start in Piazza della Repubblica, discover secret corners, snap photos at iconic spots like the Loggia del Porcellino, and walk along the Vasari Corridor’s path. Cross Ponte Vecchio into the authentic Oltrarno and sip Tuscan wine served through a historic "buchetta del vino." Dive into legends, history, and flavors on this one-of-a-kind experience! - Discover Florence’s historic wine windows - Discover hidden legends and secrets of Florence. - Visit Oltrarno district known for a vibrant local atmosphere. - Enjoy a Tuscan wine tasting from a wine window - Capture Instagram-worthy moments at iconic locations.
What's included
Included
- ALL OPTIONS: 1 glass of Tuscan wine from a historic wine window
- ALL OPTIONS: Florence Wine Windows guided walking tour with licensed guide (Englisgh or Spanish)
- ALL OPTIONS: Florence hidden gems tour with Tuscan wine tasting experience
- ALL OPTIONS: Oltrarno district, hidden Florence stories and Medici legends
- WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION: Arno River cruise on traditional Florentine barchetto
- DELUXE WINE WINDOWS & FOOD OPTION: 2 wine windows, 2 glasses of wine and food tasting
Not included
- Please note we do not visit the inside of monuments and museums.
- Transfer from/ to meeting points
- Tips and Extras
What you'll see and do
Fontana del Porcellino
Discover the famous "Porcellino" fountain — tradition says that touching its nose brings good luck and ensures a return to Florence!
5 minutes here
Piazza Del Limbo
One of the oldest squares in Florence, a quiet spot preserving the charm of the medieval city.
5 minutes here
Ponte Vecchio
The iconic bridge lined with jewelry shops — the perfect place to snap unforgettable photos over the Arno River.
5 minutes here
Palazzo Pitti
Stand before the grand Palazzo Pitti, once the residence of powerful dynasties, and discover the charming "wine windows" — small secret openings once used to serve wine directly to passersby.
Pass by without stopping
Piazza Santo Spirito
The vibrant heart of the Oltrarno district, home to a stunning Renaissance basilica and a lively local atmosphere.
5 minutes here
Ponte Santa Trinita
Florence’s most elegant bridge, known for its graceful arches and breathtaking views of the Ponte Vecchio.
5 minutes here
Via de' Tornabuoni
The city’s luxury shopping street, lined with high-end boutiques and magnificent historic buildings.
5 minutes here
Palazzo Strozzi
A Renaissance masterpiece, now a prestigious venue for world-class art exhibitions and cultural events.
5 minutes here
Fiume Arno
OPTIONAL – WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION ONLY: enjoy a scenic Arno River cruise on a traditional Florentine barchetto. Sail along the Arno with views of Ponte Vecchio, historic bridges, Renaissance palaces and Florence from the water.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
ONLY FOR THE WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION: after the Wine Windows guided tour, guests must independently reach the second meeting point. Second meeting point: Via dei Vagellai 22r, Florence Meeting time: 6:00 PM Please arrive on time. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Meeting point
Florence
Via de’ Lamberti, 1 – meet your Towns of Italy guide in front of civic number 1.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
ONLY FOR THE WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Private Wine Window Tour
Private Tour: Private option for a more exclusive experience Starting point: Via dei Lamberti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Deluxe Wine Windows & Food
Deluxe Wine Windows & Food: Florence Wine Windows deluxe tour with 2 wine windows, 2 Tuscan wines, food tasting and Oltrarno stories Deluxe Wine Windows Tour: Florence Wine Windows upgraded tour with licensed guide, extra wine window stop and Tuscan food tasting Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Florence Wine Windows 1.5-hour tour with 2 wine windows, 2 glasses of Tuscan wine and food tasting. 2 Wines & Food Tasting: Includes 2 glasses of Tuscan wine from 2 historic wine windows and food tasting during the tour. Wine Windows & Oltrarno: Florence Wine Windows route through Oltrarno, hidden Florence stories, Medici legends and historic wine windows Deluxe Tasting Option: Florence Wine Windows deluxe option with 2 wine windows, 2 Tuscan wines and food tasting. Starting point: Via dei Lamberti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Ventanas del Vino en Español
Ventanas del Vino en Español: Tour de Ventanas del Vino en Florencia en español, con guía, vino toscano, Oltrarno, historias ocultas y leyendas Médici Tour Guiado en Español: Tour guiado en español por Florencia, Oltrarno y las históricas Ventanas del Vino con guía local autorizado Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Tour de 1,5 horas por las Ventanas del Vino de Florencia, Oltrarno, historias ocultas y degustación de vino toscano Vino Toscano Incluido: Incluye 1 copa de vino toscano servida desde una histórica Ventana del Vino durante el tour guiado. Ventanas del Vino y Oltrarno: Recorre Oltrarno, las Ventanas del Vino de Florencia, rincones ocultos, historias locales y leyendas Médici Opción en Español: Elige esta opción para disfrutar el tour de Ventanas del Vino de Florencia con guía en español. Starting point: Via dei Lamberti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Wine Windows & River Cruise
Wine Windows & River Cruise: Florence Wine Windows walking tour with Tuscan wine, hidden Florence and River cruise on a traditional Florentine barchetto Guided Combo Tour: Florence combo experience: licensed guide for the Wine Windows walking tour, Tuscan wine tasting & scenic Arno River cruise Duration: 3 hours: 3-hour combo experience: Wine Windows tour & Arno River cruise. Guests must reach the second meeting point independently Wine, Tasting & Cruise Drink: Surprise Tuscan tasting, 1 glass of wine from a historic wine window & wine during the River cruise. Soft drinks for kids Wine Windows + Arno River: Explore Florence wine windows, stories & legends on foot, then enjoy an Arno River cruise with views of Ponte Vecchio Traditional Barchetto: Arno River cruise on a traditional Florentine barchetto, a historic-style boat used to enjoy Florence from the water Second Meeting Point Required: After the Wine Windows tour, guests must independently reach Via dei Vagellai 22r, Florence, for the River cruise at 6:00 PM Starting point: Via dei Lamberti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Wine Windows & Hidden Florence
Wine Windows & Hidden Florence: Florence Wine Windows walking tour with Tuscan wine, Oltrarno, hidden gems, Medici legends and licensed guide Shared Wine Windows Tour: Florence Wine Windows shared tour with licensed guide, Tuscan wine and hidden Florence stories. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Florence Wine Windows 1.5-hour walking tour with Oltrarno, Medici legends and Tuscan wine. Tuscan Wine Window Drink: 1 glass of Tuscan wine served from a historic Florence wine window during the guided tour. Wine Windows & Oltrarno: Florence Wine Windows route through Oltrarno, hidden gems, historic streets and Medici legends. Classic Wine Windows Tour: Classic Florence Wine Windows tour with guide, Tuscan wine, Oltrarno and hidden Florence stories Starting point: Via dei Lamberti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Towns of Italy
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Italian drinking age is 18, therefore no wine will be served to guests under this age. Please bring an id for age verification.
- Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them
- This tour runs on rain or shine.
- Please note we do not visit the inside of monuments and museums.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Dante’s Inferno
Confusingly - we’d learned all about Dante’s circles of hell earlier in the day, but the museum failed to mention this tour as the inner most circle. I think the implication is that the tour includes stopping at wine windows and tasting wine, it does not. At the end of a tortuous 90 minute walk, where the guide rambled on incoherently about fascias, we got one glass of wine. Would not recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Caution 2 separate tours, not one!
The Wine window tour part was good, the guide was friendly and knowledgable. However, at booking with was unclear that we were booking 2 completely separate tours, it was very misleading as it implied we were booking the wine windows tour and part of this tour was the options of either food or a river cruise. The total costings were not broken down to indicate 2 separate tours. We opted for the river cruise but at the end of the windows tour the guide had no knowledge of the river cruise, so we missed the river cruise completely, and no compensation was given.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, We are sorry to hear that the nature of the experience was not clear at the time of booking and that this misunderstanding resulted in you missing the river cruise. Thank you for sharing your feedback, which will help us improve the clarity of the information provided to our guests. Kind regards, Towns of Italy Team
via Viator
Wine window tour.
Thomas was very knowledgeable and informative.
via Tripadvisor
Great walking tour!
We got lucky and had the tour all by ourselves! Our tour guide Marta was friendly, personable and extremely knowledgeable of all things Florence! Would recommend to anyone! The wine at the end was nice as well 😉
via Tripadvisor
Great day!
What a wonderful experience ! Our guide was very knowledgeable and took us through great parts of Florence.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $397
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Towns of Italy, who run 35 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.9 and 8 in the 90+ Club.
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Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option 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 Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 21 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 Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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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 Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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Around 7 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option 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 -by a storyteller, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm. 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.
What is included in Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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Included: ALL OPTIONS: 1 glass of Tuscan wine from a historic wine window; ALL OPTIONS: Florence Wine Windows guided walking tour with licensed guide (Englisgh or Sp; ALL OPTIONS: Florence hidden gems tour with Tuscan wine tasting experience; ALL OPTIONS: Oltrarno district, hidden Florence stories and Medici legends; and WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION: Arno River cruise on traditional Florentine barch. Not included: Please note we do not visit the inside of monuments and museums; Transfer from/ to meeting points; and Tips and Extras. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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ONLY FOR THE WINE WINDOWS & ARNO RIVER CRUISE OPTION: after the Wine Windows guided tour, guests must independently reach the second meeting point. Second meeting point: Via dei Vagellai 22r. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Florence. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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Across 21 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Florence Wine Windows Tour with Food or River Cruise Option?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including Private Wine Window Tour, Deluxe Wine Windows & Food, Ventanas del Vino en Español, Wine Windows & River Cruise. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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