Taste your way through Oltrarno, where locals dine.
Ages
4+
Duration
3 hours
Departs
Daily
Stroll through the historic streets of the Oltrarno neighbourhood – the Florence equivalent to Paris’s Left Bank – on this relaxed 3-hour walking tour. Discover traditional Tuscan dishes, street food, and wine from a historic fiaschetteria. Visit a deli for Tuscan cheese and cured meats, indulge in artisanal gelato and meet the families that have served locals for generations.
Join us for a relaxed and authentic experience away from the crowds of the Duomo area!
We have done several tours in other cities and this was one of the best. We tasted a variety of dishes and saw parts of Florence we wouldn’t have been exposed to otherwise. I highly recommend this tour!
Brette J | Tripadvisor
Note: itinerary & tastings subject to change due to seasonal availability, individual closings or local holidays.
Savor the best ‘Cantucci‘, local biscotti and pair them with an espresso or cappuccino.
Taste authentic Tuscan dishes while learning their rich history.
Try Michelangelo’s favorite street food: you would never guess!
Meet the heroes behind some of Florence’s most cherished dishes.
Get a taste of the Oltrarno neighborhood with your local guide.
Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable, and English-fluent Florence locals.
Florence’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
Cultural Immersion: See Florence through the eyes of a local.
Established Expertise: Since 2011, simply the best food tours in Florence!
"We have done several tours in other cities and this was one of the best. We tasted a variety of dishes and saw parts of Florence we wouldn’t have been exposed to otherwise. I highly recommend this tour!
" — Brette J | Tripadvisor
Get three additional drinks during your tour with our Premium Drink Package for only €16 per person!
Enhance your taste of local life with three additional alcoholic drinks expertly paired with your food tastings. On the Other Side of Florence Tour, the Premium Drink Package includes:
A glass of locally produced house wine paired with lampredotto – just as the locals do!
Taste the famous combination of biscotti dipped into a glass of Vin Santo.
Taste and learn the difference between a traditional Chianti and a Super Tuscan wine.
You can add the Premium Drink Package to your booking during checkout.
Note: this option is only available for ages 18+; Eating Europe reserves the right to substitute a non-alcoholic drink should the guest become inebriated.
Did you know that any of our food tours can be made into a private tour? A food tour just for you! If you’re visiting with a group or are a local in search of a unique day out with some great eats, head to our private tours page to fill out the form or just select the private upgrade option during booking.
The tour had a great variety of drinks and dinner items that represent the uniqueness of Italy and Florence. Omar our guide has a true understanding of not only the food but also the culture and history of Florence.
Beatrice was full of stories on our walking food tour. The foods (and drinks) were interesting and part of the good memories of our time in Florence. Meeting some of the shop owners made it very authentic. Thanks!
Francesco was awesome and did a great job explaining both the food and history of the great city of Florence. We enjoyed our time and tastings.
Touring Oltrarno with our knowledgeable guide Omar was an excellent experience. The tastings of true local foods, meeting the authentic owners of most of the shops & learning about the historical background of the food was very enjoyable.
Awesome experience! Highly recommend. Great for families as well. We have done several Eating Europe tours in other cities and they never disappoint.
Our guide Lisa was incredible and the food stops were all delicious. I will definitely recommend this to my friends.
Meet Your Local Florence Tour Guides
Savour Florence like a local with our expert food tour guides.
Gaia
Born in the Tuscan countryside but now I live in Florence.
I like the parts of the cow you usually throw away...tongue, stomach, udder, etc!
Don't miss the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo - grab a beer and a seat on the staircase!
Elisa
Born and raised in Umbria, but Florence is where my soul belongs
Name a carb food. Anything. I love it!
💡When I sit on Ponte Santa Trinita and I watch the sun light going down behind Ponte Vecchio I know there is no other place I want to be. Give it a try
Francesco
Born and raised in Florence
My favorite dish is ossobuco
Don't eat the neon colored mountains of gelato, get the real stuff!
Lisa
Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia but I have called Florence home since 2006
Difficult because I really do like everything - if I had to name one thing I would say roast lamb and vegetables
Enjoy an aperitivo on a rooftop terrace and admire the view.
Beatrice
Born in Florence but now I live in Pistoia
Can't go wrong with pizza and ice cream
Don’t plan too much - wander through the tiny alleys full of magic!
Eva
Born in Siberia, nowadays a happy dweller of Oltrarno in Florence
No pizza and pasta, but meat and vegetables. Wine and Gelato lover!
Slow down, take a glass of wine and just enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of Florence!
Antonella
Born in Naples, but my heart was stolen by Florence.
I love pizza and cantucci biscotti
Don't miss all the flea markets and street vendors scattered around the city. You will find anything from food to antique objects and clothes!
Omar
Born and raised in Florence... but half Egyptian!
Favorite food is Pizza
Look out for the street art, which is all over the city
Esther
Born and raised in Utrecht, Holland. Have been calling Florence home since 2017 and here to stay!
Anything baked really, sweet or savoury. As long as it contains dough or pastry, I’m your girl!
Explore the artisan shops in the Oltrarno area or in the Santa Croce area. And don’t plan too much! Allow yourself to wander and explore.
Martina
Born and raised on the hills of Florence, I live in the pristine Chainti countryside
Deep fried Porcini mushrooms, bluechese and artisanal dark chocolate are my soft spot, possibly paired with a glass of wine - or two!
Enjoy the golden hour and breathtaking view sipping a chilled drink on the terrace bar of Forte Belvedere
EATING EUROPE INC. CANCELLATION POLICY
Small Group Tours
A tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Private Tours
A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure
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LATE ARRIVALS AND NO SHOWS
Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
CANCELLATION DUE TO PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES OR ILLNESS
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