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Private tour in Florence Giacomo B
Wine Windows and Street Eats: A Taste of Florence’s Hidden Soul Half Day Private Tour
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Ciao! My name is Giacomo and I was born and raised in a small medieval village on the rolling hills west of Florence, where I still live. I have been working in the tourism industry since 2003, starting originally as a tour leader across Tuscany. I specialized as a local guide for Florence in 2008, and since then I have been engaging mainly as a freelance tour guide in the Florence area. As a Tuscan of many generations, I am in love with my homeland - which is a very special part of Italy for its artistic, historical and cultural value - and I greatly enjoy when I can facilitate the experience of discovering and absorbing the extraordinary beauty of which Florence and Tuscany are so rich. It will be a pleasure for me to welcome you to my region, and accompany you throughout your journey in Florence. Your tours can be diversified and customized based on your interests and preferences. Just tell me what you like, and we will tailor it together - whether you are traveling by yourself or in couple, with your family and kids, or as a small group of friends or relatives. I am looking forward to meeting you! Licensed Guide of Florence since 2008 Certified Tour Leader since 2003 University Degree in Foreign Modern Literatures and Languages (French, Spanish and English), 1995 Member of AGT (Official Tour Guides Association of Florence) If my calendar seems full, don’t hesitate to contact me anyway. I may still be able to accommodate you. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. Please note that I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port only through the driver. I will meet you directly at the designated meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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Get off the beaten path and step back in time with this one-of-a-kind tour that combines history, flavors, and local charm!
Overview of your Florence tour
Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Florence with this unique tour blending history, flavor, and local charm. Discover the city's enchanting buchette del vino—tiny wine windows in historic buildings, a quirky relic of Renaissance ingenuity once used to serve wine directly to citizens. As we stroll through cobblestone streets, you'll hear tales of plague-era merchants, noble families, and the revival of this tradition, complete with a chance to sip robust Tuscan wine from one of these hatches. The adventure continues with Florence's vibrant street food scene. Savor crispy treats, local delicacies, and creamy gelato from the city's most authentic vendors. From hidden corners to bustling squares, experience why Florence is a food lover’s paradise. This tour is your chance to experience Florence like a true local—deliciously and with a glass of vino in hand. Buon appetito!
Your Florence tour itinerary
Tour Itinerary includes (among others): - Introduction to Florence’s wine windows (buchette del vino) and street food culture. - Wine Window Experience. Visit a historic buchetta del vino and enjoy a glass of Tuscan wine - Explore the street food scene of Florence across the city center, getting to taste some of the most traditional treats like schiacciata (Tuscan flatbread) filled with local meats & cheeses. The adventurous can even dare with a sample of lampredotto (traditional Florentine tripe sandwich). - Enjoy another sip of local red or white wine by another wine window, and savor more local delicacies while hearing intriguing tales of Medici feasts & Florentine dining traditions. - Experience the Authentic Gelato. Indulge in artisanal gelato from a top-rated gelateria. Learn the secret to identifying real, high-quality gelato. - Florence highlights What to Bring: comfortable shoes, an appetite, and a love for good wine!
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Type: Walking
-Walking Tour -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella
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Firenze, Toscana, Italy
Santa Maria Novella Church (but we can change this based on your preferences)
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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