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Duration3 h
Group sizePrivate tour
Guide languagesEnglish
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Overview
Embark on this 3-hour expert-led small-group walking tour of artisan workshops in Florence where you will discover the heart of Florentine traditional craftsmanship. Treat yourself to a lovely experience that includes meeting practitioners of ancient crafts, from hand carved wood furnishings to gorgeous mosaics and sculptures. On this exploration of Florentine creativity you will also have a chance to purchase one-of-a-kind items that are the perfect souvenirs or gifts for someone back home.
What's included
Professional guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you will do
- Basilica of Santa Croce
Your guide, an expert personal shopper with a keen sense of authenticity, tradition and beauty, will meet you at the Statue of Dante in Santa Croce square
15 min
- Piazza di Santa Croce
Your first stop will be a Florentine inlay mosaic technique workshop where you will see mosaic landscapes painted with marble and stones in the ancient workshop museum
30 min
- Ponte Vecchio
Next you will visit to a historic goldsmith artisan workshop where you can admire the creation of totally handmade florentine style jewelry
30 min
- Palazzo Pitti
from here, you will head towards either a real leather shoe maker's studio to discover one of Florence's traditional and trendy products that are entirely handmade or to a leather bag workshop to see skilled artisans making unique leather bags with great care, skill, and attention to detail.
Pass by, no stop
- Piazza Della Passera
Next, your guide will take you to a wood workshop where a local artisan carves furnishings and sculptures or marquetry inlay by hand.
20 min
- Piazza Santo Spirito
Next on your tour is a truly special treat. You will visit a bookbinder's workshop. Here you will witness the mesmerizing creation of authentic Florentine marbled paper.
30 min
Meeting point
Santa Croce Square by the Statue of DanteImportant information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Experience information
- Duration:3 h
- Guide languages:English
- Ticket type:Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Max travellers:8
- Confirmation:Instant confirmation
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