Celebrate your birthday in Florence with a lively food tour led by Walking Palates. Savor local dishes, enjoy wine, and end on a sweet note with birthday cake—creating a memorable experience in Italy’s culinary heart.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; walking at a leisurely pace
Wildlife
History
Many of Florence’s narrow streets and markets date back centuries, reflecting its medieval and Renaissance past that still influences its culinary traditions.
Conservation
Walking tours promote sustainable tourism by reducing vehicle traffic and supporting local businesses.
Walking Palates
Celebrate your birthday in Florence with a lively food tour led by Walking Palates. Savor local dishes, enjoy wine, and end on a sweet note with birthday cake—creating a memorable experience in Italy’s culinary heart.
Walking Palates is a Florence‑based culinary tour operator offering guided food and wine experiences across Italy. Located in Florence, Tuscany, the company provides a range of walking food tours and private tours in major Italian cities including Florence, Rome, Milan, Venice, Naples and destinations in Puglia and Veneto.
Tours include classic 3–3.5 hour walking food experiences such as the Walking Food Tour of Florence (including the Sant'Ambrogio neighborhood), Walking Food Tour of Naples, Walking Food Tour of Rome, and Walking Food Tour of Milan. Private options are available for travelers seeking a tailored itinerary, such as Private Walking Food Tour of Florence, Private Walking Food Tour of Rome, Private Walking Food Tour of Milan and Private Walking Food Tour of Naples.
Specialized experiences feature birthday food tours in Florence, Rome, Milan and Naples, street food options in Florence, balsamic vinegar family‑tradition visits, and vineyard dinners (Cena in vigna) in Puglia and Veneto. Wine‑focused offerings include Wine Tasting in Tuscany and an estate tour in Castellina in Chianti with a guided visit to the winery and cellar and a tasting of four organic wines.
Walking Palates focuses on culinary discovery through local producers, market stops, tastings and guided wine visits. All descriptions reflect the available tour types, locations and stated durations, with private and public formats that let travelers choose the style of culinary exploration best suited to their trip.
Base Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in Florence, Italy
Tours Offered
20
Unique walking and wine experiences
Typical Duration
3–3.5 hrs
Common length for city walking tours
Wine Experiences
Chianti & more
Estate tastings including Castellina
Reserve a walking food tour, private city tasting, birthday food experience or Chianti wine tasting — available from Florence and throughout Italy.
Book in advance
Secure your spot early to ensure a personalized experience and timely celebration.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through narrow, cobblestone streets of Florence, so comfortable footwear is a must.
Pace yourself with wine
Enjoy the tastings but remember to pace yourself to fully appreciate each dish and beverage.
Bring a camera
Capture the vibrant scenery, colorful markets, and delicious dishes along the way.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating Florence's cobblestone streets comfortably.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially during warmer months.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from the sun during outdoor tastings in summer.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture the colorful sights and delicious moments along the route.