Private Florence Artisans Tour: Explore Traditional Italian Crafts & Shopping
Immerse yourself in the traditional crafts of Florence on a private tour. Discover hidden workshops and learn about jewelry making, leatherworking, and more.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Florence - Florence tradition in terms of articraft is rich and dates back to centuries ago! This is the right tour if you want to see some of the most hidden areas of Florence and discover its traditions, its people, its most authentic products and have a perspective out of the usual touristy paths. You will have the opportunity to visit a workshop of a goldsmith which produces hand made jewels since more than hundreds years.
We will then focus on another of the oldest arts in Florence: the Florentine mosaic, born more than 400 years ago thanks to the Medici family who required a sort of “eternal painting” to decorate their Chapel.
After mosaics, everybody knows that leather is an excellence in Florence and we will have the chance to visit the Leather school close to the Church of Santa Croce. Here 20 pupils selected every year learn the secret of making a perfect leather bag, belt , wallet or purse. The school is owned by the same family since about 60 years and still offers the highest quality and excellent manufacture. Many other options are possible, I will customize your own itinerary!
What's Included
- Private guide
- Unique shopping opportunities
- Less touristy shops and streets
- Artisans’ demonstrations
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Explore the lesser-known routes of Florence on a journey through its artistry. Florence’s craft heritage is rich, with roots dating back centuries. This is the ideal tour to uncover Florence’s hidden corners, experience its traditions, meet its people, and discover its authentic Made in Italy items, far from the typical tourist trails. Visits to Jewellers and Goldsmiths, Florentine mosaic creators, leather suppliers, shoemakers, paper and book makers are all included where you can learn about these age-old Florentine crafts.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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