Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class
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Is Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class worth booking?
Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class is a 4-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $87 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (21)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $87 per person
Spend with us a morning discovering the atypical products of Tuscany and Italy, tasting the authentic flavors of our country at the Market of San Lorenzo. We will taste, Balsamic Vinegar, truffle products, Wine, focaccia
What you get
About this experience
Spend with us a morning discovering the atypical products of Tuscany and Italy, tasting the authentic flavors of our country at the Market of San Lorenzo. We will taste, Balsamic Vinegar, truffle products, Wine, focaccia and many other products that we will also use in the kitchen for our 4-course lunch. you will be accompanied by a professional chef who will explain the characteristics and history of the market and its products. We will then move to our kitchens not far from the historic center, inside a historic building. Here we will prepare a typical Italian four-course lunch with the products we met at the market. Once the preparation of each specialty is finished, you will be able to taste what you have made in our dining room, including wine and water. The class is not allowed for severe and contact Celiac disease, not to be confused with gluten intolerance. Depending on the chefs' availability, the class can also be done in Spanish and German.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Aria condizionata in tutti i locali
- Vino illimitato
- Lunch
Not included
- Tea and coffee
What you'll see and do
Do a tasting tour at the Central Market of Florence Be guided by an expert chef in a fully equipped professional kitchen Learn how to cook 3 typical Italian dishes plus a traditional dessert. Taste the results with a glass of Tuscan wine! The Market Tour is held on Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:45 AM with a duration of about 4-5 hours. Meeting Point is at the statue in front of the San Lorenzo church. The recipes will be given at the end of the class. Vegetarian option available (no extra charges). Esempio di menù 1. Pollo all'aceto balsamico di Modena IGP
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
The meeting point is located exactly at the statue in front of the church of San Lorenzo square. For check in, not later than 9:45.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Chefactory Cooking Academy, Via Camillo Cavour 180/red
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- CHEFACTORYINTOUR SRLS
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Siamo spiacenti , ma per la contaminazione le persone Celiache da contatto non possono partecipare, mentre l'intolleranza lieve o la scelta personale di non mangiare glutine può aderire alla classe scrivendolo sulle note della prenotazione. Grazie mille!
- Le allergie gravi ad alimenti devono essere assolutamente comunicati al momento della prenotazione per non creare ritardi nelle classi. Grazie mille!
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
21 verified traveler reviews for Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Worth it
Great tour, fun easy going atmosphere and our instructor was great. The market was amazing and we went back a couple times after. Worth it.
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining us for our Market + cooking class, and we hope to see you again soon for more fun, easy, and authentic Italian recipes. Best regards,
via Viator
Very Good Activity
Really good cooking and markets activity. Our guide was an excellent chef and teacher. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Could have benefited from a better introduction at the meeting place (and also an on-time arrival), but the essence of the activity was excellent.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review, and thank you for joining us for our experience at Florence’s Central Market with our traditional Italian cooking class. We hope to see you again soon in our kitchens for all our other traditional Italian cooking classes. Chefactory Cooking Academy
via Viator
Food excellence in Florence!
Incredible cooking and experience! Noemi greeted us in the square and took us on a tour of the market and explained so much about local foods, shopping habits and market offerings before we’re headed to chef school for our cooking lesson! WOW! So much more that we could have expected!! The menu was incredible and we were really able to cook ourselves! Noemi taught us to cook like real chefs! We made a full course meal! And we ate things I would never think to make and it was phenomenal! Winter bruschetta, chicken Marsala, spinach ravioli- (yes! Homemade pasta! And finished with tiramisu! Incredible!! So grateful were took the time in there this gorgeous city for such a special experience! Noemi was a GEM!!
Response from the operator: What a wonderful review, it couldn't have been written in more detail than this. Thank you for participating in our Florence market food tour and cooking class. We hope to see you again soon in our traditional Italian cooking classes, Typical Pasta and Seasonal Sauces. Best regards
via Viator
There is a lot of...
There is a lot of standing and walking in this tour. The tastings at the huge market were interesting and the chef was fun to work with. Learned so much!
Response from the operator: Hello from Chefactory, we are glad that you enjoyed our cooking class and food market tour. Unfortunately, it is true that it is a cooking class, but please remember that we provide chairs so that you can follow the lesson while seated if you get tired, with breaks where you can drink some good wine offered by us without feeling too full, as the lesson lasts a few hours. Anyway, thank you very much for your review.
via Viator
Highly recommended
We loved doing the whole experience from going to the market buying produce, tasting, cooking and the finally eating!
Response from the operator: Chefactory Cooking Academy thanks you for your wonderful review and we hope to see you at one of our traditional Italian cooking classes featuring many traditional and seasonal recipes. Best regards
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class cost?
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Prices start at $87 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 Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class?
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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 Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class?
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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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Market Food Tour in Florence + 4 courses lunch Cooking Class 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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