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Artisan Workshops: Private Walking Tour in Florence

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3 hours (approx.)
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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
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza di Santa Croce
50122 Firenze FI, Italy

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End point

Via del Parione
50123 Firenze FI, Italy

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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
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza 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
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ponte Vecchio

Next you will visit to a historic goldsmith artisan workshop where you can admire the creation of totally handmade florentine style jewelry
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Palazzo Pitti (pass by)

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.
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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.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Artisan Workshops: Private Walking Tour in Florence?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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