Best Florence Culinary Tours

A complete Tuscan adventure with iconic sights, optional lunch, and wine tasting.

• Enjoy round-trip transfers by coach or minivan from Florence to the Tuscan countryside and explore its breathtaking landscapes.
• With the expertise of a multilingual guide, get a taste of the authentic Tuscan experience on a full-day tour.
• Visit the enthralling city of Siena where you’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio di Siena horse race.
• Upgrade to relish a delicious lunch of Tuscan cuisine, and an authentic local wine-tasting tour. Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and explore to your heart’s desire.
• Go to Pisa and its stunning Piazza dei Miracoli. Admire the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa
• Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide
• Round-trip transfers from Florence by coach
• Typical Tuscan lunch with drinks (optional)
• Wine tasting (optional)

Exclusions

• Entry to Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Entry to Siena Cathedral

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Join a hands-on pasta-making class and uncover the secrets to preparing Italy's most beloved dish.

• Engage with authentic techniques and seasonal ingredients in the heart of Florence. Learn from experts and master the art.
• Make three delicious types of pasta in three different sauces, as well as a classic Italian dessert!
• Cook in a cozy environment with 15 participants to 1 professional chef. Gain insight into the recipe and replicate it at home for your loved one.
• Savor the fruits of your labor with a delightful meal after your cooking session, perfectly paired with exquisite Tuscan wine.

Inclusions

• 3-hour 15-minute cooking class
• Professional multilingual chef
• Small group (up to 15)
• Pasta, dessert, and wine
• Take-away recipes

• Tip: Be sure to build your appetite as in this cooking class you get to have the cake and eat it too!
• Individuals with severe celiac disease or those with a heightened sensitivity to gluten should refrain from attending the event due to the risk of potential contamination.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Deep dive into Chianti’s rich food and flavor traditions with gourmet pairings and estate visits.

• Day out to Chianti from Florence with stops at wineries, an olive oil mill, and a traditional countryside lunch.
• You’ll get Round-trip transfers, expert-led tastings at three estates, a visit to an olive mill, and a Tuscan lunch with regional pairings.
• Chianti Estates: Visit three unique wineries, explore scenic vineyards and cellars, and enjoy curated pours guided by in-house experts.
• Olive Mill & Village Views: Stop at a local olive oil mill and take in charming views near a traditional Tuscan village.
• Upgrades: Enjoy smaller group sizes and enhanced sommelier-led sessions for a more personalized tasting experience.

Inclusions

• Florence pick up
• Small-group day trip around Chianti
• Round-trip Mercedes minibus or minivan transfers
• Guided tour of 1 olive oil mill & 3 wineries with tastings
• Typical Tuscan lunch
• Guided tour of a Tuscan village

Exclusions

• Hotel transfers
• Personal expenses

• Tip: If you're a foodie, ask for pairing recommendations! Mill staff can often suggest specific dishes or recipes that highlight the best qualities of their olive oil.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• For safety reasons, guests under 18 are not permitted to take part in the tasting experience.
• Guests under 18 can join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.
• Please inform in advance if you have any food allergies or intolerances. Vegetarian needs can also be accommodated with prior notice.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Your magical evening in Florence will consist of a delicious 2-course dinner with drinks, followed by an opera arias concert at Santa Monaca Church.
• At Napoleone Restaurant, dig into some fresh pizza and enjoy the atmospheric Oltrarno district. Top off your meal with a dessert of your choice -- maybe the famous tiramisu!
• The 15th-century Renaissance church has supreme acoustics, allowing for charming renditions of arias from La Bohème, The Barber of Seville, and others.
• Enjoy a selection of melodies drawn from operas by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, and other famous Italian composers.

Inclusions

• Dinner with Italian Pizza and Dessert in a characteristic Restaurant
• 2-course set menu with drinks
• Music and songs performance in the setting of an ancient Church
• Concert with a selection of melodies drawn from operas by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini and other famous Italian composers

• Tip: Head to the concert a little before time to catch the best seats available as seating is limited.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Discover Chianti’s historic estates on a guided tasting tour through Tuscany’s countryside — roundtrip transport from Florence included.

• Everything you get: Travel from Florence to Chianti for a guided visit to two local estates. Tour the cellars and stroll through the vineyards as you sample 3–4 curated pours at each stop, paired with seasonal bites like cheeses, meats, crostini, and olive oil. Learn about the region’s artisanal production from your multilingual guide and estate hosts, and enjoy free time to shop for local goods.
• Why choose this: A scenic, stress-free introduction to Tuscany’s most famous flavors—complete with expert-led tastings, estate visits, and sweeping vineyard views.

Inclusions

• Round-trip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
• Expert multilingual escort (English or Spanish)
• Admission to two wineries in the Tuscan countryside and a tour of the grounds
• Tasting of 3-4 varieties of cellar treasures (white and red)
• Tasting of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and regional products

Exclusions

• Lunch
• Audio guide

This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:

• Guided Tour in English
• Guided Tour in Spanish

• Tip: In order to enjoy the weather to the fullest, visit Tuscany during April, May, June, September, and October.
• Patrons below the age of 18 years will not be served drinks.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Learn to make fresh pasta like a true blue Italian 'nonna' at this fun cooking class in Florence.

• Everything you get: A professional English-speaking chef will teach you the basics and guide you as you prepare ravioli, tortelli, and tagliatelle, along with delicious sauces, such as butter and sage, arrabbiata, and Tuscan ragù, to match. Sit down to feast on the meal you prepared, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine. Leave with a recipe booklet to try your newfound skills at home.
• Why choose this: If you're looking for an out-of-the-box travel experience that goes beyond visiting museums and monuments, this class is for you. Explore Florence through its food and learn about the rich culinary heritage of Italy.

Inclusions

• Professional English-speaking chef
• Cooking essentials
• Lunch
• Unlimited Tuscan wine and soft drinks
• Booklet with recipes

Exclusions

• Transportation
• Tips

• Vegetarians are welcome too! Please inform in advance.
• Please inform about any food allergies or intolerance in advance.
• This experience requires a minimum number of participants. If that number is not met, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
• Guests under the age of 18 years can only join the tour if they are accompanied by at least one adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Savor the flavors of Chianti with scenic tastings across two Tuscan countryside estates

• Everything you get: Board a comfortable AC bus from Florence and explore the Chianti Hills with visits to two local estates. Sample up to six regional pours paired with Tuscan snacks. Take in panoramic views and pick up delicacies like fresh olive oil and local produce. Multilingual guides available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese.
• Why choose this: A laid-back countryside escape with tastings, views, and the chance to bring home regional favorites—all in half a day.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of Chianti Hills
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese-speaking guide
• Transfers by bus with Wi-Fi
• Visit vineyard estates
• Wine sampling
• Local produce tasting

Exclusions

• Hotel transfers
• Extra food and drinks

• Tip: For the best tasting and shopping experience prepare yourself in advance with a little knowledge of Chianti countryside sips, the kind of grapes, the ideal aging period, how much should it cost, and what goes well with the vino.
• The order of your visit may change.
• Reach the meeting point 15 minutes early to avoid cancellation due to delays. In such cases, refunds will not be granted.
• Individuals below the age of 18 years will not be served drinks.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• A great learning opportunity under the guidance of an experienced chef in the heart of Florence.
• Create a perfect four-course meal using seasonal produce and organic ingredients during this fantastic cooking lesson.
• Every participant will be assigned a professional chef who will give an understanding of the methods and competencies that go into the meal.
• Enjoy a great dinner with a small group of 15 people, accompanied by great Tuscan wines and good company.
• Learn and prepare by taking home the recipe, and producing a perfect Tuscan meal for your loved one at home.

Inclusions

• 3-hour cooking class
• Expert multilingual professional chef
• Small group (up to 15 guests per chef)
• Take-away recipes
• Staff assistance at the meeting point
• Dinner with drinks

• Tip: Interact with the professional chef as much as possible and learn all you can get.
• Individuals with severe celiac disease or those with a heightened sensitivity to gluten should refrain from attending the event due to the risk of potential contamination.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Savor a curated tasting of 4 Chianti wines, including 1 white wine and 3 unique reds under a sommelier's guidance, each of which reflects a different terroir.
• Master the nuances of wine characteristics, from tannic flavors to ideal pairings with regional delicacies.
• Delight in a gourmet dinner at the SiChef Villa, offering panoramic views of the picturesque Tuscan hills.
• Indulge in a sumptuous menu featuring crispy bread, extra virgin olive oil, cured meats, and cheeses.

Inclusions

• Professional sommelier
• Tastings of 4 Chianti wines (3 red & 1 white)
• Tuscan dinner

• Tip: Make a note of your favorite wine during the tasting; you can inquire about purchasing a bottle to enjoy at home or as a unique souvenir.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Pet/Guide dog friendly.
• Please note that the minimum age to access this experience is 18 years.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.