Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit
4.5(156)Florence5 hours
VIATOR4.6(133)TRIPADVISOR4.3(23)
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At a glance
Duration
5 hours
Price from
$99 / person
Location
Florence, Italy
Rating
4.5 / 5 · 156 reviews
Languages
EN, IT, ES
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence
Meeting point
at 09:50 am - Piazza San Lorenzo (San Lorenzo Square), at the Statue located in the center of the square. Please be punctual.Our chefs will be waiting for you wearing an orange identification badge, making them easy to recognize.
Description
Learn how to cook a typical everyday Tuscan meal, starting off by choosing the ingredients in season. Under the expert guidance of a multilingual chef, you will visit the Florence historic market, where you will select the organic ingredients that you will then use to prepare a four-course meal (starter, first course, second course and dessert) in a top class cookery school. The course will be followed by lunch with the dishes you have prepared, accompanied by a good Tuscan wine and a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Wed, and Fri
Start times
9:50 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 10+)
$99
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Florence Cooking Course and Local Market Visit
What's included
Included
Vegetarian option available on request
Guided walk through Florence’s historic food market
Intimate small-group experience, up to 15 guests
Take-home recipes to recreate the menu
Drinks included with lunch
Lunch with the dishes prepared during the class
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
156 reviews
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How it compares in Florence
Starting price $99 is 60% below the typical $250 for tours of similar length in Florence
Excurgo comparison of 3,216 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Kids younger than 10 not admitted
The cooking class will be operated by professional Chefs. The class might be divided in smaller groups, and each Chef will look after 15 participants
All Cooking Class Team is vaccinated for Covid-19
It is mandatory to arrive at the meeting point at the mentioned check in time. In case of delay it will not be possible to join the group, nor to have a refund or reschedule the course.
Please inform us in advance of food intolerances or allergies
Severe and contact celiacs may not attend the event due to probable contamination.
From November 1st 2024 until March 31st 2025, cooking class is available only in English
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 Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit take?
Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit lasts about 5 hours.
How much does Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:50 AM.
Can I cancel Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is at 09:50 am - Piazza San Lorenzo (San Lorenzo Square), at the Statue located in the center of the square. Please be punctual. Our chefs will be waiting for you wearing an orange identification badge, making them easy to recognize. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Kids younger than 10 not admitted
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Florence Cooking Course with Historic Local Market Visit worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 156 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence.
Reviews(156)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Tami_S
May 23, 2026 · via Viator
Surpassed our expectations!!!
Chef Francesco was a wonder guide and teacher. The market was so clean and refreshing. He knew many of the vendors. At his cooking school he showed us how to make pasta, the filling for ravioli, bruschetta and chicken w/veggies. His knowledge is vast and enjoyed his easy style. So patient! An expert chef and wonderful person! I fell in love with the art of cooking.
Operator response
Good morning from CAF Tour & Travel!
Dear Tami,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to know that Chef Francesco made your cooking experience so memorable. From the market visit to learning authentic recipes, it is fantastic to hear that his passion, knowledge and teaching style inspired your love for cooking even more!
With appreciation,
CAF Tour & Travel Staff
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Lynne_L
May 22, 2026 · via Viator
We had the best time!...
We had the best time! Very interesting tour through the market with Francesco! Lots of fun with tastings! Then learning some techniques and delicious food back at his school with his wonderful chef! great time!
Operator response
Good morning from CAF Tour & Travel!
Dear Lynne,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the market visit with Francesco, the tastings, and the cooking experience with our chef. It sounds like a truly delicious and memorable day!
Until next time,
CAF Tour & Travel Staff
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tamar_e
May 8, 2026 · via Viator
The day started with an...
The day started with an enjoyable market visit and product tastings. Chef Francesco was very friendly and taught us how to make delicious recipes for a Italian meal including fettuccine from scratch and also gave really good tips for ingredient preparation. We were served very good wine with our meal. I I highly recommend this activity.
Operator response
Good Morning from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We are delighted to hear that your day began with an enjoyable visit to the local market and authentic tastings before learning how to prepare traditional Italian recipes with Chef Francesco.
Creating fresh homemade fettuccine while discovering the secrets of Tuscan cuisine is truly a special way to experience Florence, especially when paired with good wine and warm Italian hospitality. We are very happy that Chef Francesco’s passion and friendly approach made the class both fun and memorable for you.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable culinary experiences in Tuscany.
Warm greetings from Florence,
Caf Tour & Travel
J
Jennifer_B
April 20, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing experience!
What a fun time time! The market was really cool. I especially loved the truffle and balsamic tasting. And later, learning things about Italian cooking that I wasn't aware off, like you only use the garlic for flavoring and then it is taken out.
Operator response
Good Morning from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for your lovely review of the cooking class experience.
We are happy you enjoyed the visit to the historic market and the unique truffle and balsamic tasting.
It is always a pleasure to share authentic Italian cooking traditions and small secrets of our cuisine.
We are delighted that you found the experience fun and educational.
We hope to welcome you again soon for more delicious discoveries in Italy.
Warm regards,
Caf Tour & Travel Staff
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Allison_S
March 31, 2026 · via Viator
It was amazing. Stefano...
It was amazing. Stefano was a great teacher. We actually were the only ones in the class so my husband and basically had a private class. The market before was fantastic with lots of good tastings. Highly recommended
Operator response
Good Morning from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Allison,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled that your cooking class with Stefano turned into such a special and intimate experience. Visiting the local market and enjoying tastings before creating traditional dishes is a true taste of Italian culture. Moments like these make Florence unforgettable, and we would love to welcome you back for more authentic culinary adventures in Tuscany!
Ciao from Florence,
Caf Tour & Travel
K
K8228LEanns
September 18, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Cooking experience in Florence
Katarina was an excellent guide and chef. She explained the different foods at the Central Market where we had some food tastings of olive oils, balsamics, cheese, truffles and salami. Then she asked us what type of ravioli we would like to make. After a walk to the cooking school we got our aprons and proceeded to make a 4 course meal of bruschetta, lemon spinach ravioli, chicken Modena made with balsamic glaze and peppers and onions and for dessert we had panna cotta flavored with coffee and topped with chocolate. It was great making everything from scratch including the ravioli. We then were served Prosecco and red wine to go with our meal which was so plentiful that it could have fed 2 more people. We were two that had Katarina as our private chef. This was an amazing experience that was well worth the cost.
Operator response
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Ann,
Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and enthusiastic review of your Cooking Course with Market Visit! We are delighted to read that you enjoyed every step of the experience, from discovering authentic local products at the Central Market to preparing and savoring a traditional meal.
Katarina will be especially pleased to know that her guidance, passion, and expertise made your day so memorable. Our goal is always to create not just a class, but an authentic journey into Italian cuisine and culture, and we are thrilled to see that this came through in your experience.
It’s wonderful that you appreciated making everything from scratch and pairing the dishes with Italian wines. These little details—the tastings, the cooking, and the convivial atmosphere—are what we hope make the experience both fun and unforgettable.
We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another of our experiences to continue exploring the flavors and traditions of Italy together.
Our best regards
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esperanca_l
July 4, 2025 · via Viator
It's really worth it...
The central market is well worth a visit. Everything perfect. The chef was very friendly and gave a very good explanation of the dishes we cooked.
Operator response
Buenos dìas desde Caf Tour & Travel,
Estimada Esperanca,
¡Muchísimas gracias por tu comentario!
Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste la visita al mercado central y la experiencia de cocina. Nuestra chef estará encantada de saber que apreciaste su simpatía y explicaciones. ¡Esperamos verte de nuevo pronto para seguir cocinando juntos!
Un cordial saludo
P
patricia_w
June 13, 2025 · via Viator
market visit/lunch
fun day w catrina at market and back at cooking school to prepare and eat delisih meal
she was very fun and informative. attentive to dietary needs and easy to understand
Operator response
Good morning from Caf Tour & Travel,
Dear Patricia,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're thrilled to hear you had a fun and delicious day with Caterina at the market and cooking school. It’s wonderful to know she made the experience enjoyable, informative, and accommodating to your dietary needs. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her!
Hope to see you again for another culinary adventure in Florence!
Kind regards
A
Ava_S
May 28, 2025 · via Viator
Catarina chef was...
Catarina chef was excellent, class was held at a real cooking school.. really fun to visit the market
Operator response
Dear Ava,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience, especially the visit to the local market and the class at our cooking school. Chef Catarina will be so pleased to know that you appreciated her guidance and expertise. We hope the memories (and recipes!) from your time with us stay with you for years to come. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Warm regards,
B
blairszbugs
May 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Good cooking experience but not the market experience expected
The cooking part of the tour was great, the instruction fun and clear, & the food was amazing. The downside was the market . Our guide bought the food and we walked thru the market with very little interaction. We did have a stop at a booth for olive oil, balsamic and truffle tastings and the girl there was very engaging. Again, like I said, the cooking part was great and the owner spoke to us and it seemed like a really well run school.
Operator response
Dear Blair,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cooking portion of the tour and appreciated the clear instruction, delicious food, and the overall experience at the cooking school.
We're genuinely sorry to learn that the market visit did not fully meet your expectations. This type of feedback is not something we commonly receive for this tour, as the market experience is typically a highlight for many of our guests. That said, we truly value your perspective and will share your comments with our local partner to help ensure that future guests enjoy a more engaging and interactive market visit.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future for another culinary experience.
Warm regards,
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