If you like your sightseeing edible, this fits. This 1.5-hour guided walk mixes iconic Florence stops with a practical sequence of Tuscan food and wine tastings, so you’re learning and eating at the same time. What I like most is the mix of street-food-style savory bites plus the sweet finish (think cantuccini and vinsanto), led by a friendly guide named Luigi. One thing to consider: the description promises an aperitivo in a Medici palace with Tuscan wines, but the wine portion can feel more like a few tastings than a heavy pour.

I also appreciate that the tour doesn’t treat food as an afterthought. You’re moving through central landmarks—Duomo area, Basilica di San Lorenzo, and the Medici sights—while you taste the region’s flavors (pecorino, focaccia, cold cuts, and more). It’s a smart way to get oriented fast without trying to plan every meal stop on your own.

The one potential mismatch is expectations around wine volume. If you’re a wine-first traveler who wants lots of pours, you may want to go in knowing you’re likely getting samples paired with food rather than a long tasting flight.

Key highlights at a glance

• Luigi’s guidance keeps the walk clear and easy to follow while you taste
• Savory bite route includes items like fresh focaccia, cold cuts, and Tuscan pecorino
• Tuscan wine pairing is part of the flow, plus cantuccini with vinsanto
• Medici palace aperitivo setting adds drama to what you’re tasting
• Landmark pacing hits the Duomo area, Basilica di San Lorenzo, and Riccardi Medici Palace
• Two artisan store stops give you a chance to shop with context

A 90-minute Florence food walk that keeps you moving

This tour is built for travelers who want Florence in compact form. You get a walking route through major sights, but the main event is the food and drink—small tastings that add up fast. At $93 per person for about 1.5 hours, it’s not the cheapest way to eat in Florence, but it does buy you convenience, guidance, and a structured tasting sequence.

The pace also matters. In a city where everything is walkable but food lines can eat up your day, this kind of guided route helps you spend time tasting instead of figuring out where to go next. You also avoid the common trap of eating only tourist-friendly dishes, because the tastings are tied to what the tour is teaching you.

If you enjoy wandering, you’ll likely enjoy this format. If you hate walking or want a long, sit-down meal, this may feel short. But for most first-timers, the time window works well: you can still enjoy the rest of the day on your own.

Where you meet the tour and how the start sets the tone

You meet at the My Green Tour office across from Eataly bar. That’s useful because it’s a recognizable reference point, and it reduces the chance you’ll lose time scanning streets for a tiny sign. The tour is also offered in Italian, Spanish, and English, which helps if you want explanations without straining.

Once you’re grouped up, the tour concept clicks: you’re not just “walking around with snacks.” The guide connects each tasting to the city and the surrounding region—how people eat, what local products are known for, and why certain places matter. Even if you’re not a huge history buff, it makes the food feel less random.

Also, the tour is wheelchair accessible, which is a big practical win in Florence. Streets can be uneven and narrow, so it’s good to know this operator builds the experience for accessibility rather than treating it like an afterthought.

Duomo area and Basilica di San Lorenzo: tasting with monuments nearby

One of the best things about this tour is that the food doesn’t happen in a vacuum. You’re expected to stand in awe of Florence Cathedral, then visit the Basilica di San Lorenzo. That pairing sounds lofty on paper, but on the ground it’s straightforward: your taste stops land in the middle of your sightseeing route.

Here’s why that works for you. Florence is visual. Even if your stomach is the priority, seeing the scale of the Duomo area and the significance of San Lorenzo helps you understand why food culture feels tied to place here. Italy’s regional identity shows up in what people eat and how they celebrate, not just in museum rooms.

San Lorenzo is also a good “in-between” anchor. It’s a major church stop without requiring you to commit to a full museum schedule. So you get a big-sight experience without sacrificing your appetite—or your time.

Practical note: because it’s a walking tour with landmark stops, wear shoes you can trust. You’ll want comfort more than fashion here.

Savory tastings: focaccia, cold cuts, pecorino, and more

This is where the tour earns its reputation: you get a range of delicious savory foods and not just one token sample. The tastings are described as including fresh focaccia and cold cuts, plus Tuscan staples like pecorino cheese. You can also expect savory bites that include pasta and meats, since the food sequence is presented as a full-on Italian meal spread in smaller portions.

What I like about this style is that it teaches your palate quickly. One bite can show you the salty bite of aged cheese; another helps you understand cured meats; and bread like focaccia gives you the “anchor flavor” that makes everything else easier to appreciate. It’s an excellent approach if you’re curious about Tuscan tastes but don’t want to order a whole plate of things you might not like.

You’ll also see an aperitivo angle in the mix. The tour notes artisanal aperitivo bites, which usually means small, shareable, snack-friendly items rather than heavy courses. That matters because the tour is only 1.5 hours. The schedule is built around quick, high-impact sampling, not long restaurant service.

One small caution: tastings are by definition limited. Even when the variety is great, you’ll still feel the pull to eat more later. That’s not a flaw—it just means you should treat this as a guided sampler, not as your entire dinner plan.

Tuscan wines and the Medici aperitivo: what’s included, what to watch

Wine is promised in two ways: a wine tasting and an aperitivo session in a Medici palace featuring select Tuscan wines. The tour description also mentions sweet pairings like vinsanto. It’s a compelling idea—wine inside a historic setting, paired with food you can actually taste and remember.

But here’s the practical consideration: with a short tour window, the wine portion can be more of a curated sample than a full tasting experience. So if your top priority is drinking, you’ll want to approach this as a taste-and-learn session that likely won’t satisfy a serious wine marathon mood.

Still, what’s smart is that the wine is tied to food. That matters because Tuscany doesn’t just mean red wine in a generic way. The tasting includes Tuscan wines from the surrounding region, and the sweet wine element (like vinsanto with cantuccini) gives you a sense of how Italians balance meals with lighter, dessert-like sips.

If you’re the kind of person who likes one or two memorable pours over a heavy schedule, you’ll probably enjoy it. If you’re chasing a wine-focused deep dive, you may want to plan a separate stop afterward for a proper tasting or a glass with dinner.

Riccardi Medici Palace and the sweet finish: cantuccini and vinsanto

One of the most interesting parts of the tour is how the Medici presence shapes the vibe. You’re not only walking past famous buildings—you’re ending with an aperitivo session in a Medici palace, and you’re also visiting locations tied to the Medici narrative (including mention of the Riccardi Medici Palace).

Why that’s valuable for you: the Medici story isn’t just art history. It’s also about how wealth, culture, and refined tastes shaped everyday rituals. So when the tour shifts from savory bites to wine and sweets in a palace setting, it feels like a deliberate change in tempo, not just a restaurant stop.

The sweet finish is explicitly part of the experience. You’re set for cantuccini biscuits and vinsanto sweet wine, which is a classic Tuscan pairing. Even if you don’t normally buy dessert wine, this is the kind of taste you can remember later because it’s distinct—sweet, nutty-leaning biscuits with that caramel-leaning, amber-sipped style.

If you’re deciding whether to book for food or for history, this sweet stop is a tie-breaker. It’s an edible souvenir that matches Florence’s reputation for treating small things with care.

Two artisan store visits: useful shopping with context

The tour also includes informative visits to two local artisan stores. That’s more than a quick glance. In a city where shopping can feel random—especially if you don’t know what’s worth your money—store visits can help you understand what you’re looking at.

What you can expect here is guidance on what the artisans make and how it fits the local food culture you’ve been tasting. Even if you don’t buy anything, you’ll likely leave with clearer instincts. Then, if you want to shop later, you’ll know what to seek out.

One practical tip: if you plan to buy packaged food (like biscuits or other specialties), think about timing and storage. You’ll want something that travels well if you’re leaving Florence soon.

Price and value: is $93 worth it?

At $93 per person for about 1.5 hours, value comes down to three things: guidance, variety, and convenience.

1) Guidance: You’re paying for someone to connect the dots between Florence landmarks and what you’re tasting. Without that, you’d have to research each shop and each food stop yourself.

2) Variety: The tour isn’t one sandwich and a single sip. It’s presented as a range of savory foods (focaccia, cold cuts, pecorino, pasta/meats) plus sweet items (cantuccini and vinsanto) and a wine tasting.

3) Convenience: Meeting at a clear point (across from Eataly bar) and moving on a scheduled route saves time. In Florence, time is often the most expensive resource you spend.

My balanced take: this is good value if you want a structured introduction to Tuscan flavors while hitting key sights. It’s less ideal if you’re already comfortable planning food on your own and you want a long, sit-down meal or a heavily wine-driven program.

Who this tour suits best (and who should consider something else)

This tour fits best if you:

• want a first-pass orientation to central Florence with food built into the plan
• like savory tastings and regional products (cheese, cured meats, bread)
• enjoy a short guided route instead of planning multiple stops
• want a Medici-related setting without committing to a full-day museum schedule

You might consider a different option if:

• you’re specifically hunting for a long, wine-heavy experience with many pours
• you prefer full meals over small tastings
• walking for 1.5 hours with stops doesn’t work for your mobility needs (even though it’s wheelchair accessible, you’ll still be moving on foot)

Should you book this guided food and wine walk?

Yes, I think you should book it if you want a smart, time-efficient way to taste Tuscany while seeing Florence’s most famous landmarks. The strongest part is the combination: savory variety plus a Medici palace aperitivo and a classic Tuscan sweet pairing.

But book with clear expectations about wine. The tour promises tastings and an aperitivo, yet the time box means you’re likely getting samples, not a full-on wine immersion marathon. If wine is your main mission, pair this with a separate dinner wine moment after the tour so you don’t feel shortchanged.

FAQ

FAQ

How long is the Florence guided food and wine walking tour?

The tour lasts 1.5 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

It costs $93 per person.

Where do I meet the tour?

Meet at the My Green Tour office, across from Eataly bar.

What’s included in the experience?

It includes a walking tour of Florence landmarks, wine tasting, food tasting, and a guided visit.

What languages are the guides available in?

The live tour guide is available in Italian, Spanish, and English.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.