Sweet Christmas in Florence: A Natale Culinary Exploration
3 hours
Off The Beaten Track
Florence
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Experience hosted by Dina
Private Tour
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Discover the Christmas spirit and Christmas Sweets in Florence!
Destination
Florence, Italy
Category
Off The Beaten Track
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
Español, English
Included
Tastings
4 reasons to book this tour
Enjoy the Christmas spirit in Florence
Try different tastings during the tour
Learn about the Christmas traditions in Florence
Allow yourself to some Christmas shopping.
What you can expect
Embark on a delightful walking tour with tastings in Florence during the enchanting Christmas season. Explore the city's charming streets, immerse yourself in the festive ambiance, and indulge in delicious holiday treats along the way.
As we walk through the city, you will feel that the air is filled with the aroma of roasted chestnuts.
I will guide you through the historic center, where decorations and twinkling lights adorn every corner, creating a magical atmosphere.
Your first stop will be at a traditional bakery, where you'll have the opportunity to taste the iconic panettone. This fluffy, sweet bread is a staple of Italian Christmas celebrations, and you'll savor its rich flavors and fragrant spices while learning about its history and significance.
Next, you'll continue your walk through the picturesque streets, passing by cozy cafés and gourmet shops. Along the way, I will share stories and legends about Florentine holiday traditions, adding depth and cultural insight to your experience.
A highlight of the tour is a visit to a local pastry. Here, you'll discover the art of creating handmade Christmas / winter sweets, a beloved gift during the holiday season. Indulge in a tasting experience, delighting in the decadent flavors and smooth textures of these delectable treats.
Continue your culinary journey with a stop at a traditional Tuscan market. Admire the colorful stalls filled with seasonal fruits, cheeses, and cured meats, as well as the enticing aromas of local delicacies (this will be possible if we do the tour in the morning). Sample artisanal cheeses, savor the intense flavors of cured meats, and relish the freshness of seasonal fruits, immersing yourself in the authentic tastes of Florence.
To conclude the tour, indulge in a traditional Italian dessert at a renowned gelateria. Savor the creamy delights of artisanal gelato, experiencing the true mastery of Italian gelato craftsmanship. Choose from a variety of seasonal flavors, including classics like tiramisu and panettone, and let the sweet notes melt on your tongue.
This walking tour with tastings captures the essence of Florence at Christmas, offering a blend of culinary delights, cultural insights, and holiday spirit. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, discover local traditions, and satisfy your taste buds with the rich flavors of the season.
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Dina.
Meeting point
Meet at Piazza della Repubblica - Florence to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
Tasting
Try the classic Panettone
Tasting
Try the classic chestnuts a must during the holiday seasons
Tasting
some artisanal sweets
Tasting
Gelato
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
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Flexible cancellation policy
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Reviews from guests
Stephanie
2 March 2025
We really enjoyed our tour with Dina. She was very friendly and knowledgeable and got the children engaged as much as possible. We did the tour as soon as we arrived in Florence to get our bearings which was a great idea. Great way to discover Florence
Elizabeth
27 February 2025
Dina is full of knowledge about her city — its history, its art, its architecture, and so crucially, its food!! But what makes Dina so special is that she is full of warmth and joy. She makes it a priority to make your tour exactly what you want and helps you (above and beyond) every step of the way. Dina made our stay in Florence so special and I will recommend her as a guide to everyone I know making a trip to Florence. Dina is an absolute 🌟 star
Dawn
27 February 2025
We had an incredible full-day tour of Florence with Dina as our private guide, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! Our group consisted of two families with four teenagers, and Dina made everything seamless and enjoyable. She was so adaptable, adjusting the tour on the fly to meet everyone's needs. Her knowledge of Florence’s history and art was outstanding, and we truly appreciated the insights she shared. Dina's English was perfect, making it easy for us all to understand and communicate with her. We highly recommend Dina—she allowed us to maximize our short time in Florence! 100% would recommend!We had a wonderful time with Dina!
Lee
17 February 2025
Dina was the best! We booked a Highlights and hidden gems tour in Florence for my husband and 2 kids 15/13.
Dina was truly awesome. Communication was fantastic pre tour and during - she provided us with so many fun facts and interesting stories. (Ones you can’t google!) We saw sights, learned the history and her restaurant knowledge is A+.
Dina was so easy to be with, very personable and fun. She is also so kind and super helpful. My daughter, 13 missed the tour because she was sick. Dina had checked in with me to see how she was doing and if we needed anything. Wow! How incredibly thoughtful. Dina goes above and beyond. Don’t hesitate i highly recommend booking with Dina!!Best tour and guide! So interesting & fun!
Sue
15 February 2025
We had a tour of Florence with Dina and from the moment we met, I knew we’d made the right choice.
Dina is a rare combination of passionate, deeply knowledgable, charming and funny.
I would have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone who is thinking of doing anything with a local in Florence.
Her care, kindness and love for her city are unmatched in my opinion xTotally Enchanting
Mary
20 January 2025
Dina was invaluable in making our trip to Florence fantastic! Her knowledge and passion for the city's history, art, and food was inspiring and generous! Thank you, Dina!Wonderful Day with Wonderful Guide!
Vijaya B🇦🇺 Australia
12 January 2025
Dina was recommended by our friends, and she was everything that we hoped for. Wonderful lady, and a very nice to have as a guide when in Florence. Wish her luck!Dina is knowledeable and very friendly
Larry🇺🇸 United States
12 January 2025
We had a great tour that covered the history of Florence during the renaissance period with Dina. She was knowledgeable and interesting. The pace was perfect. We would highly recommend this tour.Excellent Walking Tour of Florence
Delbert🇺🇸 United States
2 January 2025
Dina is a wonderful guide. Great communication and very knowledgeable. We had to change the time of the tour and she was accommodating. We had a fantastic afternoon. One of the highlights of our trip to Italy. Thanks Dina!Fantastic Day!
Helen🇿🇦 South Africa
1 January 2025
Thank you Dina for an absolutely superb tour of Florence. You were so informative and thoughtful, making new plans as we went along the tour to encompass the boys interests. We wouldn't hesitate to book again with you. Superb Tour
Brooke🇺🇸 United States
31 December 2024
Dina's tour of David at the Accademia and the Duomo was the best tour of our trip to Italy. Dina is extremely knowledgeable of all things Florence. This one on one tour was customized to exactly what we wanted and Dina made this a very informative and memorable experience.Best tour of our trip!
Meagan🇨🇦 Canada
29 December 2024
Dina was prompt in her communication and was accommodating with our schedule. She had great tour and food recommendations. I would highly recommend Dina for your tour, a real gem for the city of Florence. 5 Stars for Dina
James🇺🇸 United States
26 December 2024
Our experience started with great communication from the time of our booking. Dina was very attentive in responding to ensure we received her responses quickly so we could make our decisions and purchases as some attractions and times sell out. She provided full details of what to expect during the process on the bookings. Fortunately we booked well enough in advance that we were able to secure the tickets and times we wanted. As the trip approached, her communication continued. She coordinated our meet up location based upon where our tour started and the day before our tour communicated wonderfully on where and how to locate her. This turned out not to even be a search as she spotted us and approached unhesitatingly. She is an absolutely wonderful host in her city and started us off at one of her favorite historical coffee bars. Her knowledge and passion for her city and country is evident in her presentations during her tours. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience spending the day with her. I highly recommend a private tour with Dina to gain that one-on-one experience and be ably to ask questions and communicate. She truly loves what she does and it is felt.Knowledgeable & Passionate about Florence
Mouna🇨🇭 Switzerland
24 December 2024
It was a pleasure to have the city tour with Dina! She was insignthful, explained the history well, with a sense if humor that kept our teens engaged and curious.
The tour was very helpful for us to understand the history, the monuments and the hidden tresors of Florence.
Dina also shared her local recommendations for restaurants and shops. We recommend completely and heartfully!Amazing city tour!
Michael🇬🇧 United Kingdom
6 December 2024
We have just returned from our trip to Florence and wanted to say thank you to Dina for our tour of the artisans of Florence. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her and it was interesting to see both some old techniques and also an innovative new approach keeping the artisan tradition alive. In addition, what we saw on our tour gave us a deeper appreciation of what we saw subsequently in the Medici Chapel the following day. Our tour also involved cappuccino, panettone and ice cream which is always a good formula!
We would have no hesitation in recommending Dina if you want to find out more about the renaissance city.
Fascinating , Informative and Fun!
Peter🇷🇸 Serbia
17 November 2024
Dina is a wonderful guide. Her knowledge of the Medici family and the history of Florence is exceptional. I went on two tours with her and both were great.
Dina contacted me well before my arrival to ask any information or help that I might need and continuously was in contact during my stay. She even communicated with other guides of tours that I took to ensure the experience I received was not overlapped. She helped me with recommendations to local restaurants and boutique artisan shops.
She is generous and exceptionally well organised. I have a genuine respect for Dina and I am grateful and satisfied with her as a guide:
Highly recommended
Excellent experience
Nicole🇺🇸 United States
14 November 2024
Dina was so kind and wonderful! She knew I had been to Florence before and detailed the tour to my needs. Plus she also gave me some local tips!! She made me feel like a friend walking through her favorite city. Don’t wait to book with her JUST DO IT!!!Great tour on my 1st day in Florence.
Tricia🇬🇧 United Kingdom
7 November 2024
I have used with locals in other cities in Europe and they always provide great guides.
Dina was no exception. I love the fact that you have contact to your guide prior to your trip. Dina responded to questions about restaurants choices even before we met.
The Uffizi and the Accedemia are really busy. There are many group tours and tons of bodies. Dina's knowledge of what to look at and how to avoid crowds was very helpful. Having a personal touch to the tour is paramount. You need a knowledgeable, enthusiastic professional, or you will be lost and overwhelmed. Dina was all that and more.
Thank you for a great day.A great museum experience
Stephen🇺🇸 United States
30 October 2024
Dina weaves the stories of art, history, culture and even the flavors of Florence into a masterpiece herself. The passion she has for her city and her ability to bring it all to her guests in an engaging and interactive way is magical. She invites curiosity and gives answers well beyond a tour book guide or script. She brings the Firenze she so passionately loves to vivid life. You could spend hours or multiple days with Dina and only want to explore more of this beautiful city with its rich history, art and culture. I can’t recommend Dina more highly. Bringing art & history of Florence to life
Jesse🇺🇸 United States
25 October 2024
Thank you, Dina!! We wish had more time together- we loved your energy, enthusiasm and deep knowledge of Italian history and art. We are a total pro at your craft. Thanks again and many recommendations to our family and friends in the future. 100% recommendation!
Nellie🇺🇸 United States
24 October 2024
We really enjoyed our time with Dina. Book her! She gave us enough information without overwhelming us. She knew several "tricks" to make things go smoother and miss some of the big lines. Dina was on-time at the designated location. She was professional and very knowledgeable. Great choice! Great Experience
Richard🇺🇸 United States
18 October 2024
Dina was a tremendous guide. Very knowledgeable, but didn’t overload us with too much information. Kept everyone engaged and made it fun, which we all greatly appreciated. She even helped us secure a difficult dinner reservation! We highly recommend her.Uffizi Gallery
Sandra🇺🇸 United States
8 October 2024
This was a great tour. Dina is so knowledgeable and engaging. We customized our tour to see museums and to visit local artisans- the absolute best of both worlds!! Thanks to Dina to making a very memorable day for our family. Fabulous tour with Dina
Jeremy🇬🇧 United Kingdom
17 September 2024
Dina was an excellent guide and brought the paintings we saw alive with her knowledge and passion for the subject. She was considerate, and a consummate professional guide - well worth the fee.Uffizi Visit
Curtis🇺🇸 United States
10 September 2024
Important!!! I hope I have your attention because giving 10/10 doesn’t do Dina justice. Dina went out of her way to engage our 17 year old niece during our 5 hour tour of Florence exploring and curtailing the tour to her interests! We learned so many interesting things besides having the best porchetta sandwiches during our Italy trip. We Highly recommend Dina - besides knowing her history and the local culture, she’s a wonderful, interesting, engaging person that makes your day extra special for any age. It’s our sincere hope to catch up with her on our next Italian adventure ❤️😊An Amazing Day!
Matthew
11 August 2024
Dina was so lovely and knowledgeable. She has her own approach to how she teaches you about the the works we toured which was so fascinating to learn about. She has a mastery of understanding about the history and she shares her love and appreciation of it. On top of that Dina is so friendly and engaging. She made us feel at home in Firenze by also giving us some tips for other things to do during our stay. She’s the best! Amazing experience
Nicole🇺🇸 United States
11 August 2024
What an exceptional experience with Dina from initial booking through farewell. Dina immediately reached out to confirm our tour and asked about any special requirements (interesting for a 13yr old). She touched base in the days before our tour, including the evening before to remind us to have breakfast, bring water, etc. On the day of our tour it was 100+ degrees in Florence and Dina made sure to keep us in the shade, stop for breaks, and find the best shady spots. Her knowledge of Florence and its history is fantastic; she kept the stories interesting and engaged with our daughter throughout out the day. She truly went above and beyond to make this a special experience; from taking pictures, making dinner recommendations, sharing the BEST Cappucino spot and sharing her art history knowledge. We can’t recommend Dina enough - she’s fantastic, you will be lucky to spend a day with her!Fantastic Florence with Dina
Leena🇺🇸 United States
3 August 2024
Dina was an amazing host and took us all around the best spots in Florence. She was patient with the kids and had a great smile and attitude! Amazing!
Kelly🇺🇸 United States
16 July 2024
Dina was incredible! From our first contact, I felt I had a new friend in Florence. Myself, my husband and our 12 year old son booked a full day tour in Florence as we were visiting for the day from Rome. Dina was fun, friendly and knowledgeable about the art, culture and history of Florence. She was engaging and even kept my jetlagged 12 years olds attention. He is still talking about the panino we stopped for...lol. One day was not enough for Florence and we are dreaming of our return. We were able to see the David, tour the Uffizi, see the Gates of Paradise and grab some of the best gelato. Thank you so much Dina for an amazing day in Florence. The Chases
Jo🇦🇺 Australia
14 July 2024
Trying to pack in a whole city, and meet everyone’s expectations can be a real challenge. Dina’s passion for Florence, and her ability to engage our teens, especially in the peak of summer, was fabulous. She effortlessly navigated the crowds and logistics, and accommodated our preferences to really give us a personalised overview. Highly recommend!A personal and engaging experience
Dwight🇺🇸 United States
4 July 2024
Dina was a great host made it fun and interested for my family of five also had great suggestions for restaurants and other things to do!Great Florence walking tour
John🇺🇸 United States
11 June 2024
We met up with Dina on our first full day in Florence for her Highlights of the Accademia and the Uffizi tour, and we had an amazing time! She gave us a tour experience that was both informative and fun. Her passion for her city shines through in her stories, recommendations, and the way she answered all our questions.
She is extremely knowledgeable about the art we saw - it makes such a big difference to visit these fascinating places with someone who can explain what you're looking at because it helped us appreciate the experience even more. By the end of the tour, I was very interested in learning even more about Italian art and history! The entire experience was like visiting a friend, and we would love to spend some more time with Dina when we return to Florence. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Italy - highest recommendation!Dina rocks!
Ines🇦🇺 Australia
6 June 2024
We had booked a Highlights of the Uffizi Tour, and it was not only that but the highlight of my entire holidays. Dina is super knowledgeable about the paintings we got to see, and made us understand art so much more personally than any audio guide could have achieved. Wonderful hours forever in our memories. Grazie mille Dina! Wonderful experience
David🇺🇸 United States
4 June 2024
What a joy it was to experience Florence with Dina! She was super professional, very knowledgeable, and a complete delight to spend the morning with. I cannot recommend this highly enough; simply superb.Amazing Experience
Silvia🇺🇸 United States
25 May 2024
Dina spend so much time on the details and was extremely helpful with the city!Dina was amazing!
Adam🇺🇸 United States
24 April 2024
We had an amazing day with Dina in Florence. We saw the major sites, the Uffizi, the Accademia and some hidden gems. She was exceptional with the children - aged 10 through 14 - teaching them and keeping things light and interesting. I’d highly recommend booking with her. She was also super communicative before the tour while booking. Don’t hesitate to book with Dina! Exceptional family tour with Dina
Becky🇺🇸 United States
20 April 2024
Dina was an absolutely fantastic guide! She took great care to make sure our entire tour was exactly what we wanted. She provided the information so I could buy tickets ahead of time so that we had a seamless experience. She learned what interested us so that she could highlight those things on our tour of the Uffizi and Accademia. She tailored our lunch selection to us being vegan and checked in regularly to make sure we were having a great time. I highly recommend Dina!! Amazing guide!
Dennis🇳🇱 Netherlands
17 April 2024
We had a great time in Florence with Dina. She showed us the highlights, let us taste the local delicacies, and visited the Uffizzi with us. Not only is she very enthusiastic and informative, but also as a person she is very relaxed and friendly. Thank you for showing us around!That was fun!
Fareed🇺🇸 United States
8 April 2024
4 hrs with Dina wasn’t enough and left us all wanting more! Dina was extremely engaging - thoughtful - and we loved her microphone - ear piece setup that made the day so easy to follow despite the “battlefield of tourists” we experienced at Uffizi and Academia on a Saturday. We learned so much - and she explained her favorite things that provided us a much deeper appreciation for key pieces of work from Michelangelo and other artists. Dina made all of us wanting to come back to Florence and learn more - about how art, politics, religion and commerce all intertwined here. Delightful and lively art and history tour
Tara🇺🇸 United States
7 April 2024
We very much enjoyed our tour with Dina. She was very knowledgeable and enjoyable to spend time with. She takes a job as a tour guide seriously and is very passionate about her city. She also made great suggestions for lunch and gelato. Would highly recommend! Lovely Ufizzi Highlights
Becky🇺🇸 United States
26 March 2024
Dina was our guide for the family friendly tour of Florence. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Florence and made it fun for my teens. Book with Dina! Dina is awesome!
Becky🇺🇸 United States
24 March 2024
Dina was an exceptional guide! She tailored the gallery tours to meet our expectations for the day, and was very easy to be with. I loved how she included interesting facts about the artists that my not be well known. My daughter and I highly recommend Dina for any of your tours.Becky
Nirmala🇺🇸 United States
22 March 2024
Dina proved to be an exceptional tour guide during our time in Florence! Despite my mom's recent knee replacement surgery slowing us down, Dina was incredibly accommodating and flexible with our pace.Flexible & Knowledgable
Annie🇺🇸 United States
19 March 2024
Dina was fantastic! My daughter is a big art history person and knows her stuff and Dina was able to teach her something new or two! Dina also engaged my son who is not too keen on Art museums. We really enjoyed the tour and would definitely sign up for another tour with Dina!Delightful and Fun!
Jacki🇺🇸 United States
18 March 2024
My husband, son (8 yrs) and I had a great time learning about the different crafts from Dina and seeing first hand demonstrations! She chose four very different artisans for us to meet, all of whom were very generous with their time. I only wish we could’ve done more tours with Dina!Awesome Artisans!
Ali🇺🇸 United States
16 March 2024
Dina's guidance during our 2.5-hour tour of the Uffizi museum was simply outstanding. Her profound knowledge of art history brought the masterpieces to life, offering fascinating insights at every turn. Dina's warm demeanor and excellent communication skills made the tour not only informative but also engaging, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for the art and the museum's rich heritage.Dina is wonderful tour guide!
Marcia🇺🇸 United States
14 March 2024
We had a great tour with Dina. She took us to the Duomo, Accademia (David) and the Uffizi Museum during a 5 hour tour. She pointed out a number of sites along the way and even accommodated our request to stop at a wine window! She is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to and gave us just enough information that we could understand the importance of the areas visited without getting too technical. Highly recommend!All the Sites in One Day
Casey🇺🇸 United States
5 March 2024
We had such a great experience with Dina. She is super knowledgeable and was a wonderful tour guide for our first trip to Florence. 10/10 would recommend! Dina was awesome!
Julie🇺🇸 United States
1 February 2024
We booked Dina for a Florence Highlights tour. There were 8 of us, and Dina kept us engaged and entertained for hours. She was funny, helpful, and charming! She helped us understand the history and importance of the art we were seeing. She also went the extra mile by recommending a fabulous place for lunch. But there was more! She recommended another restaurant for us to visit the next day and made a reservation for us! I can’t praise Dina enough for all her efforts. Her guidance made our trip so very memorable! Wonderful experience!
Samantha🇵🇭 Philippines
14 January 2024
My mom had mobility issues and Dina helped facilitate a wheelchair rental for us. She went above and beyond her actual job to make sure my mom was comfortable which was super appreciated. For the hidden gems tour she offered the idea of a golf cart ( extra charges c/o user ) . The cart with Dina was the winner!!! Dina is super knowledgeable for anything and everything Florentine! We felt we learned so much about Florence because of her. She offers local knowledge to the best bistecca, leather and even jewelry! My mom’s favorite Italian city is now Florence and credit goes to Dina! Dina is THE gem!
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*Even if you see I am not available on the calendar, please send me a private message, we can always make things work!. If you will like a PERSONALIZED offer please send a message! *
Ciao! Benvenuti!
My name is Dina. I want you to experience Florence in an UNFORGETTABLE way. My goal is for you never to forget Florence and your time touring its mysteries and historical wonders.
I'm always excited about learning new things, discovering new places, and meeting new people. I enjoy art in all of its formats, from the ancient to the modern, from the museums to the streets, from conventional art to tattoos; all of it has beauty and meaning. I am passionate about food, wine, history, and, of course, art! I live by the mottos "life is too short for bad food and drink, " and "if you take art and history and mix it with a little wine, you have perfection. "
I live and work in Florence as a full-time tour guide and want to be able to show you Florence through the eyes of a local.
My goal is to give you a different kind of tour experience: informative and fun at the same time! I don't want to just offer a description, an art lesson, or a regurgitation of dates and names; I want you to have an authentic experience introducing you to our local traditions, legends, food, and wine. I will show you the connection between what you see and the stories of the IMPORTANT men and women who built and lived in Florence. This will give you the chance to see Florence as I do, with a historical passion and a reason for that passion.
I would love to walk with you into the past. As we walk through the renaissance alleys and streets of Florence's inner city, we will follow in the footsteps of some of the greatest artists and learn their fascinating tales. These stories are not just at the most popular sites, such as the Uffizi or L'Acadamia, but also in the Palazzo Vecchio, the Bargello Museum, and the Pitti Palace. Truly, everywhere you turn in Florence, there is history at your fingertips
Together we can attach happy memories to your Florentine vacation, ensuring that you will never forget the city or your time here.
Memorable storytelling, delicious gelato, and a big smile are the main ingredients of my tours. Choose me as your guide; I guarantee you will have an unforgettable experience!
My tours can be customized and adapted to suit your schedule. Please send me a message with your interests, and I will personalize the tour just for you! If you are traveling with children, let me know, I can also make the tour fun for them!
EVEN IF YOU SEE I AM NOT AVAILABLE ON THE CALENDAR, PLEASE SEND ME A PRIVATE MESSAGE. WE CAN ALWAYS MAKE THINGS WORK! IF YOU WILL LIKE A PERSONALIZED OFFER PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE!
