Streaty – Street Food Tour of Florence

Streaty’s street food tour of Florence offers an immersive culinary adventure. Led by a licensed guide, visitors explore little-known neighborhoods and discover local specialties like lampredotto and schiacciata all’uva. The experience provides insights into the city’s rich gastronomic heritage while avoiding tourist traps. Participants savor a satisfying meal accompanied by expertly paired regional wines, leaving them nourished and deeply connected to Florence’s vibrant food scene. With an intimate group size, the tour promises a personalized and authentic exploration of this captivating city. For those seeking to uncover the true flavors of Florence, this tour might just be the key.

This experience made our list of the 25 Best Food Tours In Florence.

Key Points

• A guided tour exploring local neighborhoods and the Sant’Ambrogio market, providing samples of lesser-known Florentine specialties and three glasses of wine.
• Immerses visitors in the authentic atmosphere of Florence’s vibrant streets, highlighting the city’s rich cultural heritage through historic landmarks and bustling market stalls.
• Indulges participants in Florentine specialties like lampredotto, coccoli, schiacciata all’uva, and cantucci, offering a deeper understanding of the city’s culinary heritage.
• Avoids tourist traps by leveraging the guide’s expertise to discover lesser-known eateries and provide a genuine gastronomic adventure like a true local.
• Includes a satisfying meal, carefully curated selection of local street food specialties, and expertly paired regional wines for a comprehensive culinary journey.

Overview of the Tour

This street food tour of Florence typically allows visitors to explore local neighborhoods and the vibrant Sant’Ambrogio market, where they can sample lesser-known Florentine specialties while learning to eat like a resident.

Along the way, the tour avoids tourist traps and provides a satisfying meal with samples and three glasses of wine.

The tour is led by a licensed guide who shares their expertise on the city’s rich culinary heritage.

With a maximum of 10 travelers, the intimate group setting ensures a personalized experience.

However, the tour may not be suitable for those with limited mobility or serious medical conditions, as it involves a significant amount of walking and standing.

Exploring Local Neighborhoods

The tour starts by weaving through the local neighborhoods, allowing participants to enjoy the authentic atmosphere of Florence’s vibrant streets. Visitors will stroll past historic landmarks, hidden alleyways, and bustling market stalls, gaining insights into the city’s rich cultural heritage.

Neighborhood	Highlights
San Lorenzo	Vibrant markets, artisan workshops, iconic Basilica di San Lorenzo
Santa Croce	Charming piazzas, Franciscan architecture, Leather School
Oltrarno	Artisanal workshops, Palazzo Pitti, quaint cafes and boutiques
Sant’Ambrogio	Lively food market, traditional trattorias, bustling local life
Santo Spirito	Riverfront views, antique shops, thriving artist community

This immersive exploration sets the stage for the culinary adventure that lies ahead.

Sampling Florentine Specialties

Along the tour, participants indulge in a variety of lesser-known Florentine specialties, allowing them to savor the authentic flavors of the city. These include:

• Lampredotto, a traditional Florentine sandwich made with slow-cooked tripe
• Coccoli, deep-fried dough puffs served with prosciutto and stracchino cheese
• Schiacciata all’uva, a flatbread baked with sweet grapes and a hint of fennel
• Cantucci, crunchy almond biscuits that are often dipped in the local Vin Santo wine

Through these unique tastings, travelers gain a deeper understanding of Florentine cuisine and learn to appreciate the city’s rich culinary heritage, avoiding the tourist traps and dining like a true local.

Avoiding Tourist Traps

One of the key features of this Florentine street food tour is its ability to help travelers avoid tourist traps, ensuring they experience authentic local cuisine.

The tour guide’s expertise in navigating the city’s neighborhoods and markets allows participants to discover lesser-known eateries and specialties that are typically overshadowed by popular tourist haunts.

By steering clear of these crowded, overpriced establishments, travelers can enjoy the true flavors of Florence, savoring dishes and delicacies that reflect the city’s rich culinary heritage.

This insider’s perspective enables a more genuine and satisfying gastronomic adventure, allowing participants to dine like a local and explore the vibrant, off-the-beaten-path food scene.

Satisfying Meal and Wine

Combining local fare and fine wines, the street food tour offers a satisfying culinary experience that transports participants on a flavorful journey through Florence’s vibrant gastronomic landscape.

Alongside the tantalizing street food samples, the tour includes three glasses of carefully selected wines, allowing visitors to savor the rich and diverse flavors that characterize Florentine cuisine.

The meal is both filling and representative of the city’s culinary traditions, leaving guests feeling truly nourished and immersed in the local culture.

The tour’s inclusions provide a well-rounded and satisfying experience, ensuring that participants leave with a deeper appreciation for Florence’s renowned food and wine heritage.

• Carefully curated selection of local street food specialties
• Three glasses of expertly paired regional wines
• A filling and representative meal of Florentine cuisine
• A satisfying culinary journey through Florence’s gastronomic landscape

Licensed Guide Service

The licensed guide service ensures visitors embark on a compelling and informative exploration of Florence’s vibrant street food scene.

With their deep knowledge of the city’s culinary traditions and local haunts, the guides lead participants on a carefully curated journey, introducing them to lesser-known Florentine specialties and helping them navigate the bustling neighborhoods and markets like a true local.

Their expertise allows guests to avoid tourist traps and discover the authentic flavors that make Florence’s street food so exceptional.

The guides’ passion and storytelling bring the experience to life, leaving participants with a heightened appreciation for the city’s rich food heritage and a newfound ability to navigate and enjoy it like a Florentine.

Tour Details and Policies

The street food tour of Florence offers a maximum of 10 travelers the opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant neighborhoods and the Sant’Ambrogio market, tasting lesser-known Florentine specialties along the way.

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with limited walking/standing capacity, back problems, or serious medical conditions, as it involves a significant amount of exploration on foot.

The tour includes:

• 3 glasses of wine to accompany the delicious street food samples
• Bottled water that can be purchased along the route
• A licensed guide service to provide insights and expertise

A full refund is provided if the tour is cancelled due to poor weather or minimum traveler requirements not being met.

Meeting and Pickup Information

Beginning at Piazza di Santa Croce, 19, the tour meets at the meeting point before leading participants through Florence’s vibrant streets.

The tour ends near the iconic Ponte Vecchio on Via dei Calzaiuoli. The convenient central location allows easy access for travelers, while the end point puts them in the heart of one of Florence’s most picturesque areas.

The licensed guide will ensure a seamless experience, guiding the group through the local neighborhoods and market as they sample authentic Florentine specialties.

With a maximum of 10 travelers, the tour provides an intimate and personalized exploration of Florence’s thriving street food scene, away from the typical tourist traps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Request a Vegetarian or Gluten-Free Menu Option?

Unfortunately, vegetarian or gluten-free options are not available on this tour. The tour’s inclusions are limited to street food samples and three glasses of wine, and it’s not designed to accommodate special dietary needs.

Is the Tour Suitable for Children and Families?

This tour may not be suitable for children and families. It focuses on adult-oriented street food and wine tastings, without any specific accommodations or activities for younger travelers. Families with dietary restrictions may also have limited options on this tour.

What Is the Dress Code for the Tour?

The tour has no strict dress code, but comfortable walking shoes and lightweight, weather-appropriate attire are recommended. Guests should dress casually and practically for a food-focused walking tour exploring the city’s streets and markets.

Can I Take Photographs During the Tour?

Yes, participants can take photographs during the tour. The tour allows photos to be taken, as it provides an opportunity for travelers to capture the sights and flavors of the local neighborhoods and market.

Is There an Opportunity to Explore the Market on My Own?

Yes, the tour allows time for independent exploration of the Sant’Ambrogio market. The guided portion focuses on sampling local specialties, but participants can wander the market on their own to further enjoy the Florentine culinary experience.

Recap

Streaty’s Street Food Tour of Florence offers an immersive culinary adventure. Visitors discover lesser-known local specialties, avoiding tourist traps while exploring vibrant neighborhoods.

Guided by a licensed expert, the tour provides insights into the city’s gastronomic heritage. Participants savor a satisfying meal with expertly paired regional wines, leaving them nourished and deeply connected to Florence’s vibrant food scene.

The intimate group size ensures a personalized and authentic experience of this captivating city.