The Artisans of Florence
A Private Journey into Craftsmanship & Creativity
Florence City Center, including Oltrarno, Ponte Vecchio, Santo Spirito, and artisan studios
This walking tour reveals Florence’s iconic landmarks and rich artisan heritage, featuring visits to local studios and personal encounters with master craftsmen.
Tour Type
Artisanal, Immersive & Historical’
Duration
4 to 6 hours
Languages
English, Italian (others on request)
Price
€390 per group (guide only)
Immerse Yourself in a World of Craftsmanship
This exclusive walking tour introduces you not only to Florence’s main attractions, the Duomo,
Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Pitti, but, above all, invites you to experience the world of master artisans: a hidden realm of workshops, tools and age old techniques preserved behind modest doors and tucked away courtyards.
Tour Highlights:
This private, guided experience includes:
- A 4 hour walking tour led by an expert English speaking guide (extended tours up to 6 hours available on request).
- Visits to Florence’s most skilled artisan workshops, from master woodworkers and leather craftsmen to bookbinders and pietra dura stone inlayers.
- Fascinating insights into age old techniques still practiced today, many passed down since the Renaissance.
- A finale of your choice: visit a boutique perfumery or a hand painted ceramics studio to witness artistry in its purest form.
- Optional hands on upgrades, including marbled paper making, leather stamping or fragrance creation (from €80 per person).
It would be our pleasure to personalize and design this experience with you, where we would be delighted to craft multi day itineraries or combine artisan visits to suit your specific interests.
Tour Itinerary:
- The duration and timings vary from 4 to 6 hours, depending on your selected package.
- The tour takes place in Florence’s historic city center, with a special focus on the vibrant artisan quarter surrounding Piazza Santo Spirito.
- Each experience is entirely private and explored on foot, perfect for travellers wishing to venture beyond the typical tourist routes while still passing iconic landmarks such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Pitti.
- This journey is fully tailored to your interests, with activities and timings customized to your preferences.
To curate your bespoke artisanal tour, please contact us directly for personalized assistance
Tour Price Breakdown:
- Base price is from €390 for a 4 hour private tour with an expert guide, including visits to Florence’s top artisan studios.
- For groups of 6 or more, audio headsets are available for €60 per group, payable locally.
Optional hands on sessions start from €80 per person and may include:
- Marbled paper workshop
- Leather bracelet stamping
- Gilding on wood
- Perfume creation
VAT tax of 10% applies in addition to the above rates
Please inquire when booking to customize your experience according to your interests and the availability of workshops.
Additional Information:
- Each workshop visit offers the opportunity to see artisans at work and interact with them directly, ask questions, discover their techniques and hear the personal stories behind their craft.
For those wishing to take part, you can add a hands on experience to your tour, such as:
- Stamp your own leather bracelet
- Create beautiful marbled paper
- Try your hand at gilding on wood
- Blend your own signature fragrance
These optional sessions can be added upon request and offer a meaningful keepsake to take home, crafted by you, inspired by Florence.
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What Makes Our Tours Special
From hidden workshops to fragrant studios, Florence Connection curates unforgettable experiences that blend history, creativity and authentic human connection. We don’t just show you Florence, we introduce you to the hands and hearts that shape it.
Testimonials
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Charity Karimi
2 weeks ago

Very professional and knowledgeable. We enjoyed every bit of our tour.
Dan O'Connell
A year ago

Wonderful experience. Tour was tailored to my family’s needs with special attention to my older parents. Would highly recommend!
Luca Marilli
2 weeks ago

Professional team for the organisation, high quality wine tasting in an exclusive location. Relaxing stay and Tuscan emotions. Wonderful pool! Thank you.
Andre'a Lucca
2 weeks ago

Helena and The Florence Connection are truly the BEST guide, planner, and tour organizers I have ever experienced!
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