Top Florence Culinary & Gourmet Tour

Get a true taste of Italy's famous Chianti region on this full-day wine and food tour departing from Florence. Led by a guide, travel through the Tuscan hills by a 4x4 off-road vehicle, stopping to visit a wine estate and historic villa, and a cellar specializing in bottles of Chianti Classico. Sample the finest specialties at each stop, and save room for a 3-course meal in the Chianti countryside before making the return trip to Florence.

Get an insider’s perspective on Florence’s vibrant food scene during this scenic tasting tour through the Tuscan Renaissance city. Join your private foodie guide to go behind the scenes and discover the food favorites most beloved by locals. Sip on an authentic Italian espresso, haggle over fresh pasta at the bustling Sant’Ambrogio market, and sample regional delicacies like Tuscan street food and the best gelato in Florence.

Indulge in a true taste of Florence on this food and walking tour. Led by a foodie guide, travel through the streets of the Renaissance city and stop at the top local haunts. Check out the fresh produce at the San Lorenzo Market, try the bold flavors of an Italian coffee, and peruse a Florentine delicatessen. You’ll sample plenty of specialties along the way, including cheeses, breads, olive oils, gelato, and Italian wine. Numbers are limited to 12 people to ensure an intimate experience.

Experience Siena and the Chianti region on this evening excursion, departing from Florence. Bypass the daytime crowds and arrive in Siena in the late afternoon to explore the Piazza del Campo. From there, visit a Tuscan wine cellar in the famous region of Chianti and enjoy a 4-course meal paired with local wines. After a romantic evening in the Tuscan countryside, return to central Florence.

Explore Florence cuisine with a local foodie on a 2.5-hour culinary tour of the city that includes tastings at markets, shops, and cafés along the way. Sample Florence foods that range from fresh pasta and truffles to gelato and pastries. This 3-hour tour is limited to 15 people for individual service from the guide, and in between treats, you’ll walk by some of the city’s most beloved landmarks and local neighborhoods.

Tuscany is renowned for its cuisine, but to really understand Italian food, you need to do more than just eat it. This immersive tour offers the chance to sample Tuscan delicacies at Florence’s historic bottegas, shop for local ingredients, and learn to make traditional dishes such as gnocchi, cannelloni, and risotto during an expert-led cooking class; and tuck into a delicious homemade lunch.

Follow your guide on a truffle hunt on this adventure from Florence. Travel by coach to the hilly landscape surrounding San Miniato, a Tuscan town famous for its delectable white truffle. With the help of an experienced hunter and his trusty dog, make your way through the woodland, scanning the earth for this regional specialty. Afterward, reward your search with a 2-course lunch in Chianti, including a wine tasting and truffle pasta. Your small-group tour is limited to eight people and concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Drive through Tuscany’s idyllic countryside in a vintage Fiat 500 and relax by the pool of a classic Tuscan villa on this 5-hour self-drive picnic tour from Florence. Travel in convoy with an expert guide and admire the gentle Tuscan landscapes as you trace quiet, country roads to the villa. Then, enjoy time to stroll among the gardens and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch with wine tastings.

Taste the traditional flavors of Florence with this evening walking tour. Meet local artisans including bakers and chefs as you explore the city’s bustling food scene. Limited to 14 people, this small group tour has five tasting stops including a classic dinner with Florentine steak. Learn about Tuscan wine pairings and sample local delicacies like truffles.

Delight your senses with this gourmet food and wine experience at a centuries-old Tuscan farmhouse. Travel through the rolling vineyards and olive groves of the countryside near Florence to arrive at a working farm and winery in the famed Chianti region. Meet resident animals and tour the historic grounds, and then enjoy a fresh, farm-to-table dinner of local specialties accompanied by a tasting of different wines like Chianti and prosecco. For a truly immersive meal, you can even help out in the kitchen if you wish.

Explore Florence with your taste buds on a walking food tour that showcases the flavors of three distinct neighborhoods. Learn how to steer clear of tourist traps as you sample authentic Tuscan cuisine in the medieval city center, the elegant and artistic Oltrarno district, and the Sant’Ambrogio market area — a favorite among locals. From gourmet fare to street vendors and wine bars, savor the best of the city’s food and drink like a true Florentine.

Experience the best of Tuscan cuisine on a guided tour of Florence. Enjoy local meats and cheeses, with a glass of Chianti. The comprehensive tour continues with other dishes that may included ribollita (traditional soup), and coccoli (fried dough), and cantucci e vin santo (biscuits and sweet wine). Leave with a full stomach and a myriad of suggestions for places to eat for the rest of your tour.

Get to know Tuscany through tasting its wines and visiting its ancient Etruscan port on this full-day tour from Florence. With a small group of just 15 people or fewer, learn about "super Tuscan" wines from your guide and visit Populonia, a major Etruscan port. Other highlights include visits to Volterra, and Bolgheri. The tour's small group size ensures personalized attention from your guide. Light lunch  and tastings at a wine estate included.

Get to know Florence’s beer and brewery scene on this walking tour that includes beer and food tastings. In the Oltrarno quarter on the south side of the River Arno, visit local pubs where you’ll taste four different styles of Italian craft beer. Each is paired with a food sample. This is a great way to experience a different side of Italian culinary culture with a knowledgeable guide.

Explore the finer things in the Modena region of Italy on this private, customizable tour from Florence. First, learn how balsamic vinegar and Parmigiano Reggiano are produced before heading off to the Ferrari Museum (entrance fees are not included in the tour price) where you’ll get a lesson on the history and success of the luxe sports car.

Take a delightful detour from Florence to explore other gems of Tuscany on this private, full-day tour. Marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and other architectural highlights of Piazza dei Miracoli, and wander through the cobblestone streets and squares of medieval San Gimignano and Siena, both honored as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Travel through the scenic countryside in a private minivan, and enjoy the flexibility of a fully customizable tour.

Discover the long heritage and high quality standards of Tuscan winemaking on a Chianti tasting tour from Florence. As you visit three different wineries, learn how to best bring out the bold flavors of Chianti Classico and other prized wines, and what Italy’s ‘DOCG’ classification really means. Savor the region’s bounty with an included Tuscan lunch enjoyed alongside an intimate group limited to eight people.

The riches on view at the Accademia Gallery can feel overwhelming for a first-time visitor so it's a good idea to visit with a guide. This tour, led by a local art lover, lets you skip the line and introduces you to the most-important works, including Michelangelo's David. Afterward you can enjoy a sweet treat at a famous ice cream parlor.

Experience the world-famous wine and scenery of Tuscany on this full-day tasting tour from Florence. Travel along ancient roads through a landscape of vineyards and olive groves, stopping at the charming village of Montalcino, located in the renowned Brunello wine region. Learn about the origins and characteristics of Brunello wine with a cellar tour and tastings at two different wineries, and savor regional cuisine with a traditional Tuscan lunch. 

As the sun sets over Florence, join up with a guide and small group for a walking food tour showcasing some of the city's best bites. You'll stroll along, stopping at multiple locations and savoring tastes of truffle cheese, cured local meats, and Italian wine. Sit back and enjoy a cooking demonstration on how to prepare a perfect Florentine steak. After the tour, head off into the night with some other recommendations from your guide on where to eat and drink.

A passionate and experienced English-speaking local guide Great insight into Florentine and Tuscan food Stories about Florence food culture and history Secret local facts Small intimate groups (10 people max)

Enjoy tastings at some of Florence’s most local establishments on this small-group gourmet food tour, led by a professional chef. Throughout the tour, you’ll visit a combination of classic Florentine highlights and lesser-known destinations, San Lorenzo Market, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio. First Stop the San Lorenzo Market, walk through the market and have a taste of the most delicious product from florence and tuscany. Rather than just eating Florentine food, you meet local vendors and taste delicacies like traditional charcuterie, cheese’s parmigiano reggiano and pecorino, balsamic vinegar tasting, Extra virgin olive oil tasting, espresso tasting, wine tasting and gelato.

Visit an Italian olive oil producer and windmill just outside of Florence, where you’ll discover the oil-making process and watch the windmill at work (depending on the wind conditions). Learn about the characteristics of high-quality extra virgin olive oil during a tasting, and enjoy the atmosphere of the countryside as you walk through the olive grove.

Journey straight to the source of one of Italy's most prized varietals on an all-inclusive day trip to Montalcino. Tour the charming medieval village at you leisure and visit two family-run wineries to taste Brunello di Montalcino and other fine regional wines, paired with a traditional Tuscan lunch. Leave the planning and driving to a guide who knows the area well, and simply enjoy a delicious day in Tuscan wine country.