Sat 2 May 2009
Do you want to experience Florence in a local manner? Do you want to find out more about local secrets of Florence? Surely knowing someone local or finding a local Florence guide would be good but sometimes not easy.
With its rich cultural and historical life, Florence is one of the most fascinating cities in Italy. The city offers a rich cultural heritage, being the artistic patrimony its primary attraction.
Florence is not only a city with lots of museums but has also been the home of many famous painters and writers.
Experience the difference between spending some days doing sightseeing and visiting Florence guided by a local who will give you the chance to learn everything about traditions and culture. If you want to buy some crafts, antiquities, leather or other souvenirs, don’t miss to visit local markets like Mercato di San Lorenzo, Mercato Centrale or Mercato delle Pulci.
A great experience for each tourist is going to the calcio storico, a cross between Greco-Roman wrestling, rugby and soccer where goals can be scored by pitching the round red and white leather ball over a four-foot high wooden wall that runs the full width at each end of the field. The game itself is said to originate from an ancient Roman ball sport, which became a Florentine speciality in the golden age of the Tuscan capital, and still is not known to many.
Wouldn’t it be great if a local could tell you about the traditions and the secrets of such an old and wonderful city.
Let a guide take you around and show you how locals really live. Everything about local cuisine, history, art, traditions and more…Choose the local guide you most like and have a great experience. Creative Florence guides will deliver you a deep insight into the local culture, real life, traditions and more. Who is not seeking experiencing, learning and feeling emotions!
Contact your Florence local tour guides and enjoy your trip like a local! And for locals: Combine all of your secret places in a creative and unique tour and help people enjoy this charming city!