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Discover Florence's sweetest side on a walking tour of 5 iconic pastry shops. Enjoy tastings and drinks at each stop, and learn about the history of Italian desserts.

Highlights

• Savor the flavors of Florence with tastings at 5 iconic pastry shops
• Discover the history of Italian desserts and the art of espresso
• Enjoy a pastry and a beverage at each stop, including coffee or juice
• Visit the oldest pastry shop in Florence and learn about café culture
• End the tour in the charming Oltrarno district with a sweet treat

Description

Discover Florence through its sweetest side on a walking tour of the city’s most iconic pastry shops. Join a local guide and savor traditional and creative desserts at five different locations, from elegant historical cafés to hidden neighborhood bakeries and trendy dessert spots. Begin at Caffè Gilli, the oldest pastry shop in Florence, and enjoy a cream-filled puff pastry with espresso. Learn about Florence’s café culture and the city’s literary circles. Next, head to Rivoire, a legendary chocolatier and elegant café with views of Palazzo Vecchio. Savor hot chocolate or an artisanal praline and discover how chocolate became a Florentine passion. Continue to Pasticceria Nencioni, a local favorite and hidden gem outside the main tourist path. Taste a “budino di riso” (rice pudding tart) or the seasonal “schiacciata alla fiorentina” and learn about Tuscany’s oven-baked sweets and family traditions. Then, visit Caffè Piansa, a coffee roastery and artisanal pastry lab. Enjoy a pistachio cream tart and specialty single-origin coffee while learning about the art of coffee roasting in Florence. Finally, end the tour at Sugar & Spice, a modern boutique pastry shop inspired by Tuscan flavors. Savor a contemporary dessert and your choice of beverage. Finish with photos in Piazza Santo Spirito and a final sweet note.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide 5 pastry tastings 5 beverages (one per stop) Digital map of all the pastry shops visited Complimentary photo recap sent via email

Important Information

• Tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund