Florence Food & Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Florence offers far more than art, architecture, and museums — like every Italian city, it boasts a vibrant food and wine culture rooted in tradition. This tour is designed for travellers who want to explore Florence through its flavours, from gelato and espresso to wine tastings and visits to the city’s historic food markets.

Highlights include stops for gelato, Italian coffee, Chianti wines, street food, and a visit to the central food market of Florence. A must-do experience for any food lover visiting the city.

Your Food Tour Guide: Juliane

Juliane is a German-born guide who has lived in Florence for over 30 years. She holds a degree in Art History and has more than 24 years of experience working as a licensed guide and tour manager. She combines historical insight with a deep passion for Florentine food, wine, and everyday local life.

Private Food & Walking Tour of Florence

This is a customised private tour, limited to a maximum of 8 participants, allowing for a relaxed pace and personal interaction.

• Central Food Market Hall of Florence
• Tastings of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, truffles, and Tuscan specialities
• Walking tour of Florence’s landmarks: Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio
• Street-food tastings including panini, tripe, gelato, espresso, wine, Prosecco or grappa

Optional: Entrance to see Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Gallery.

Duration: approx. 4 hours
Meeting point: Hotel pickup or at the Bell Tower of the Duomo
Accademia entrance fee: €16 per person

Best Street Food in Florence

Florence is exceptionally well fed on flavour. From cured meats and cheeses to local wines and traditional street food, eating in the city is an experience in itself. Many vendors rely on local producers, ensuring authentic Tuscan tastes and seasonal ingredients.

I Due Fratellini

I Due Fratellini is a small, traditional sandwich and wine shop in the heart of Florence. Despite lunchtime queues, service is fast and the food is excellent. Sandwiches typically cost around €4, making it one of the best-value food stops in the city.

Panino Mondiale

Panino Mondiale, near Santa Maria Novella station, specialises in traditional Florentine street food, including the famous lampredotto. Ideal for quick, authentic food on the go.

L’Antico Trippaio

L’Antico Trippaio is a historic Florentine food stall known for lampredotto sandwiches served with salsa verde and Tuscan cheese.

Rosticceria Giuliano

Rosticceria Giuliano offers home-style Tuscan dishes, roast meats, and an excellent wine selection. A favourite among locals for a relaxed, authentic meal.

Beyond Florence: Food Experiences from the City

If you’d like to explore Italy’s food culture beyond Florence, consider our Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar tour from Florence, with early-morning visits to producers in Bologna and Modena.