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Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $221 / person
- Location
- Florence, Italy
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Florence Tours by Made of Tuscany
Description
Join a tour focused on these famous traditions. Immerse yourself in atmospheric Florentine districts like San Frediano, Santa Croce, and Oltrano. Walk down streets full of small businesses like shoemakers and framers. Together with your tour guide, discover numerous processes which take place in Florentine workshops and laboratories. Observe how typical Florentine paper is hand-painted, and how hard stones are worked by the only craftsman who still works with them. Enter the workshop of a Florentine goldsmith and observe him at work. Visit a prestigious framer and an antique dealer. Admire these skilled practitioners at work as you enjoy the authentic side of Florence.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $221
- Child (ages 6–11)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $420.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on such bridges was once a common practice.
Oltrarno
The Oltrarno (beyond the Arno) is a district of Florence, Italy. It is located south of the River Arno. It contains part of the historic centre of Florence and many notable sites such as the church Santo Spirito di Firenze, Palazzo Pitti, Belvedere.
What's included
Included
local expert guide
entrance to artisan workshops in Florence
How it compares in Florence
- Starting price $221 is 94% above the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Florence
Excurgo comparison of 3,217 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please cover your legs and shoulder to enter the Cathedral
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops take?
Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops cost?
Prices start at $221 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $420. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:30 PM.
How much does Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay nothing, adults from $221. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Authentic tour of Florence's artisan workshops offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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