Florence Sunset Food and Wine Tour in Oltrarno

3.5 hoursGuided in EnglishRated 4.9/5 · 6,255 reviews
From $125 per personRated 4.9/5 · 6,255 reviewsFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
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About Florence Sunset Food and Wine Tour in Oltrarno

This evening food tour crosses the Arno River into Oltrarno, the quieter, local side of Florence, as the sun goes down. It has 6,255 reviews and a 4.9 rating.

The tour lasts about 3.5 hours, with prices from about $125 per person. With dinner, drinks and dessert along the way, it works as your evening meal.

Itinerary

  1. Piazza Santo Spirito (10 minutes)
  2. (25 minutes)
  3. (20 minutes)
  4. (20 minutes)
  5. (30 minutes)
  6. (30 minutes)
  7. (15 minutes)

What’s included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Kick your evening off with a Prosecco toast in one of Florence’s liveliest squares
  • Indulge in 9–10 Tuscan tastings, a hands-on cocktail-making lesson, and Italian gelato to finish
  • Taste 4 amazing wines across a historic cellar, a centuries-old wine window, and a family-run shop
  • 'Food & the City' Insider Tips
  • Dinner, drinks & dessert all in one experience
  • Enjoy a cheese and cured meat tasting with the neighborhood's self-declared King of Cheese

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you by the fountain and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag.

What to expect on the day

The evening starts with a Prosecco toast in Piazza Santo Spirito. Your guide then leads a small group to 6 or 7 stops: an old fiaschetteria for local wine with simple Tuscan dishes, a wine window still used as it was centuries ago, and a deli where the self-styled King of Cheese serves pecorino, parmigiano and cured meats. There is a Negroni lesson at a historic wine shop, a slow-cooked stew with a Super Tuscan wine, and gelato from a shop that locals love.

Prices and extra costs

  • Included: A local English-speaking guide, a Prosecco toast, 9 to 10 Tuscan tastings, 4 wines, a hands-on cocktail lesson, a cheese and cured meat tasting, gelato and the guide’s insider tips.
  • Not included: Extra drinks and hotel pickup and drop-off.

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes for walking on cobblestones.
  • A light layer for cooler evenings.

Tips for a better day

  • Meeting point: Your guide waits by the fountain in Piazza Santo Spirito, carrying a purple Eating Europe bag.
  • Come hungry: The tastings add up to a full dinner, so skip a late lunch.
  • Dietary needs: Email the company or add a note when you book. Stops and tastings can change by day and season.

Who it’s best for

Best for: Food and wine lovers and couples who want to see a local side of Florence at dinnertime.

Consider another option if: You want to taste wine where it is made. The Chianti wine tasting tour visits 2 wine estates in the hills.

Restrictions

The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels. It is not suitable for guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies. Vegetarian and gluten-free needs can often be met if you say so in advance. Children under 4 join free but get no food, and tickets with food start at age 4. The tour needs at least 2 guests to run, and if it does not, the company will rebook or refund you.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

FAQ about Florence Sunset Food and Wine Tour in Oltrarno

How long is the Florence sunset food tour?

About 3.5 hours.

Where does the tour start?

By the fountain in Piazza Santo Spirito, in the Oltrarno district.

How much food is included?

9 to 10 tastings plus gelato, enough for a full dinner.

How many wines are included?

4 wines, plus a Prosecco toast and a cocktail lesson.

Are extra drinks included?

No. Extra drinks cost more.

Can vegetarians join?

Yes. Vegetarian and gluten-free needs can usually be met if you tell the company in advance.

Is it suitable for people with severe food allergies?

No. It is not suitable for severe or life-threatening food allergies.

Can children join?

Yes. Children under 4 join free without food. Paid tickets with food start at age 4.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.