Private tour in Florence Stefano T

Florence of the Ancient Pharmacies

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Stefano T.

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Hello, I am a Licensed Tour Guide with a two decades experience and would like to share with you my great passion for Florence and Tuscany. I was born and raised in Florence, I measured in History and Art History (University of Florence), got a Master of Arts in Communication (CESI, Paris) and then became a licensed Tour Guide of Florence and Tuscany. After long stays in the USA, Latin America, France, Spain and Russia (that's how I learn four languages!) I decided to come back to my hometown and make a job of what I love best: Florence and its surroundings, the incredible beauty of its art and architecture, its thrilling history, the harmony of Tuscan landscapes as well as the flavors of local food and wines. I love to suggest and plan itineraries, going from best-known monuments (gothic Cathedrals, masterpieces of Renaissance painting, Michelangelo's statues) to hidden beauties (secret gardens, little medieval churches, narrow streets full of surprises). And I love to tell stories related to the places we are visiting, true ones as well as Middle Ages legends: I am myself a great traveller and I know how important is to customize the tours to the taste of my guests, with the goal to make their trip always a unique experience. During the winter I work as a photographer and I teach photography, another great passion of mine: this gives me the opportunity to propose the unique "Florence Photographic Tour", a walk through the streets and squares of the city center seeking for the best corners and points of views in order to bring back home unforgettable pictures (so different from regular postcards!). Not only I will bring you to places most tourists don't even know about, but I will also help you valuing your subjects by catching the best light and experimenting unusual perspectives. I look forward to showing you the treasures of Florence and Tuscany and having a good time with you! - Licensed Tour Guide of Florence and Tuscany - University Degree in History - University Degree in Art History - Master of Art in Communication - Biking Guide - Professional Photographer and Teacher of Photography - I am a driver and I can transport up to 4 people in my personal car. For bigger groups, I can rent a van. - I am licensed to give tours in English, Spanish, French, Russian and Italian. None.

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Overview of your Florence tour

We will visit an artisanal perfumery located in a splendid Renaissance palace, and walk through the district of workshops where, in the Middle Ages, fragrances, ointments, soaps, and balms were created, as well as pigments used by painters, paper, wax, and ink. We will recall distinguished members of the Guild of Physicians and Apothecaries and walk through the streets and squares where charlatans—relying on their skills in mimicry and oratory—dispensed herbs, amulets, elixirs, miraculous waters, and remedies to cure both body and soul. We will conclude the tour at the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, the oldest pharmacy in Europe, where the Dominican friars of the adjacent monastery had already been distilling medicinal herbs and flowers since 1221.

Your Florence tour itinerary

Santa Croce Square, Acqua Flor perfumery, Borgo dei Greci, House of Dante, Orsanmichele Church, Repubblica Square, Santa Maria Novella Square, Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking tour

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Firenze, Toscana, 50122, Italy

At The statue of Dante Alighieri, in front of the Church, in Piazza Santa Croce.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
Art And Culture
History
Religious Sites
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1455423
Languages
English
French
Italian
Russian
Spanish
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Florence best suited for?

This private tour in Florence is perfect for travellers interested in history, culture, and the art of perfumery. It's ideal for those who want to explore the ancient districts where perfumes, ointments, and elixirs were crafted. With Stefano T. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the city's rich past. The tour is also suitable for families with kids and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible.

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