Top Florence Unique Experiences - page 2

Get ankle deep in Tuscan tradition on a half-day grape stomping tour from Florence.  Private transportation will take you from your hotel to a winery in the Chianti hills. There, you’ll explore the history and modern practices of winemaking. After tromping on the locally grown grapes, replenish your strength with a homemade lunch and wine tasting, and explore the hamlet of Castellina in Chianti before returning to your accommodation.

Follow your guide on a truffle hunt on this adventure from Florence. Travel by coach to the hilly landscape surrounding San Miniato, a Tuscan town famous for its delectable white truffle. With the help of an experienced hunter and his trusty dog, make your way through the woodland, scanning the earth for this regional specialty. Afterward, reward your search with a 2-course lunch in Chianti, including a wine tasting and truffle pasta. Your small-group tour is limited to eight people and concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Explore the beauty and flavors of Tuscany on this full-day bike tour from Florence. Travel by van to the heart of the famous Chianti wine region and cycle through the picturesque landscape along bike-friendly country roads. Visit one of the only remaining private Tuscan castles in the region, where you have the chance to tour the grounds and learn how they make their wine and olive oil. A traditional Tuscan lunch with wine is included.

Discover the secrets behind painting or sculpting with a small-group art lesson in a Florence art studio. Learn from an artist in an inspiring, sun-filled private studio. Work on your own creation, painting with oils or sculpting with clay, in a class suitable for beginners and experts alike.

Discover the long heritage and high quality standards of Tuscan winemaking on a Chianti tasting tour from Florence. As you visit three different wineries, learn how to best bring out the bold flavors of Chianti Classico and other prized wines, and what Italy’s ‘DOCG’ classification really means. Savor the region’s bounty with an included Tuscan lunch enjoyed alongside an intimate group limited to eight people.

Enjoy our family cooking class with great typical Tuscan recipes and taste the dishes you make with the Chef just in the city center of Florence. This cooking class is the best option if you want to learn and enjoy the Italian cuisine with your children!

Discover the delights of freshly baked Italian pizza and delicious gelato during an expert-led cooking class in Florence. Learn tips and techniques to make the perfect pizza, tasty homemade tomato sauce and fresh fruit gelato. Finally, sit down to indulge in your creations with your fellow chefs, accompanied by free drinks.

Travel to the heart of Tuscany's famed Chianti wine country for a flavorful day of wine tasting with this private tour. Picking wineries can be overwhelming, so an expert guide chooses a trio of the region’s best, where you'll meet winemaking families, learn about the time-tested production methods of Chianti Classico DOC, and sample this famous varietal straight from the source. Transport from Florence and a delicious Tuscan lunch are included.

Experience Florence and get some of the best vacation photos during a private photoshoot. Start off with a short consultation to decide your itinerary and feel free to bring any clothing or accessories for your shoot, including comfortable shoes for the tour. Pose against some of Florence's most celebrated monuments, and receive professionally edited photographs 48 hours after the shoot. It's an excellent idea for a family portrait, a honeymoon photo shoot, or simply to get the best photos possible.

Rather than sharing your chef with a group, opt for a private cooking class that ensures you receive undivided attention. During this hands-on cultural experience in the countryside of Florence, you’ll make fresh pasta, sauce, and dessert, and benefit from the insider knowledge of a local that’s passionate about Tuscan food.

Instead of just waiting for food to come to your table, get into the kitchen and learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta with a cooking class in Florence. Under the guidance of a professional chef, learn to make two different pastas along with savory sauces and a classic dessert. When the cooking’s done, gather around a communal table in a medieval wine cellar to enjoy your homemade feast along with Tuscan ‘vino.’

Explore the life and scientific legacy of one of the most famous Florentines on a private tour revolving around Galileo. Visit the astronomer’s namesake museum to learn about his life and see historic telescopes, and pay tribute at a forum and statue dedicated to him at the Observatory Museum. After learning about Galileo’s controversial theories and discoveries, finish the journey in front of his tomb inside the Basilica of Santa Croce.

Drinking wine and driving do not mix so join this guided tour that takes you on an off-road adventure through the Chianti Valley while leaving the driving to your guide. In a vintage SUV, travel to three different wine cellars to indulge in about 14 wine tastings, as well as tastings of honey and olive oil, and a typical Tuscan picnic lunch.

Uncover the culinary secrets of Italian culture with a 2.5-hour gourmet dining experience at a local's home in Montaione. Enjoy an exclusive show cooking demonstration featuring heirloom recipes passed down through generations, and indulge your senses as you savor each course, from starters to dessert, accompanied by wines sourced directly from rural cellars. Escape into traditional hospitality while connecting with genuine Italians who will share their stories and eagerness to welcome guests alike.

Get an unbeatable view of Tuscany’s gorgeous countryside on a private hot air balloon flight from Florence. Float on the breeze above rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval villas for a romantic experience that's perfect for proposals, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Toast your adventure with a glass of sparkling wine back on the ground, and relax as a driver transports your group between the launch site and your Florence hotel.

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a 5-hour cooking class in Florence’s Chianti region. Get a hands-on experience creating high-quality Italian food on a charming farm in the Chianti countryside. Learn to make the famous Tagliatelle with meat sauce, tomato bruschetta, and a delicious tiramisu. Visit a local winery nearby and enjoy samples of the region’s wines that can accompany your delicious meal.

A great choice for foodies and home cooks, this tour takes you through the preparation of an Italian meal from start to finish. Meet at a local market to select ingredients for the class, then head back to the kitchen. Learn how to prepare three traditional Florentine dishes, then enjoy the fruits of your labor along with some local red and white wines.

Trade Florence’s bustle for a day in the picturesque Chianti wine region: this small-group tour makes it easy to explore the Italian countryside. Meet your group in central Florence and head out of town in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan. Over the course of the day, you’ll visit two esteemed area wineries, will go behind the scenes and learn how wine is produced and aged, and will enjoy ample opportunities to taste the region’s varietals. This tour also includes a delectable, 2-course lunch.

Satisfy your craving for authentic Italian pasta while learning kitchen tricks to take home with this evening cooking class at a chef’s private home in Florence. Help prepare filled and shaped pastas dishes like ravioli with ricotta, pesto tagliatelle, or Florentine gnocchi, and sit down to enjoy the homemade feast along with chef specialties and wine pairings. With only 1 hour of hands-on cooking time, the express lesson allows you to enjoy a full day of sightseeing before your memorable dinner.

For a truly memorable meal and culinary experience in Florence, join a local chef in preparing an authentic Italian menu of fresh pasta and other Tuscan dishes. During a private cooking lesson, help choose and make different types of fresh pasta with sauces or one pasta and a meat dish if you like, finished off with a decadent Italian dessert. Learn kitchen tips and tricks passed down through generations so you can recreate the flavors of Tuscany back home.

This private, high-style tour takes you through centuries of Florentine fashion, from medieval cloth merchants and Medici jewels to the modern luxury of Italy’s biggest designers. Learn about the life of Salvatore Ferragamo at the trendsetter’s namesake museum, then look back through styles of the ages at the Palazzo Pitti’s Costume Gallery and admire baubles worn by Italian rulers at the Silver Museum. Finish by walking in the footsteps of well-dressed royals at the famous Boboli Gardens.

Discover the Tuscan countryside and cuisine on a private 6-hour bike tour from Florence. After transfer from your hotel, hop on a provided bicycle and follow your guide through the world-famous Tuscan landscape. The scenic journey takes you to a family farm where you enjoy a gourmet lunch prepared using local ingredients. The culinary experience continues with wine and olive oil tastings, before a leisurely ride back to the starting point.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Varese treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.