Un viaggio tra le botteghe artigiane di Firenze

This unique tour of the Oltrarno will take you, along with an AGT guide, to discover this traditional neighborhood and experience its historic workshops. It’s an opportunity to experience the true essence of Florentine tradition through a personalized guided visit.

Florence, a city of merchants, has always been rich in traditions, and even today, what is known in Florence as the “Oltrarno” still preserves the authentic charm of old neighborhood workshops along its narrow streets. Here, you can breathe in the atmosphere of the past among colorful squares and small markets, thanks to the presence of skilled artisans who continue trades passed down through generations.

Florentine goldsmithing: an excellence since the 14th century

One cannot think of Florence without thinking of its ancient goldsmithing tradition, which dates back to the 14th century, when the guild of goldsmiths was formed and later merged into the Silk Guild.

The guided tour explores some of the most significant places where goldsmiths and artisans once worked, extending the view to the present. Even today, in Florence’s artisan workshops, this tradition lives on, with master goldsmiths passing down their skills with passion and dedication.

An authentic experience among the workshops of the Oltrarno

The tour through the Oltrarno will take you inside a selection of carefully chosen workshops, allowing you to admire and appreciate the craftsmanship that still characterizes many Florentine shops and ateliers today.

It will be a unique and special experience, perfect for curious travelers who wish to discover Florence from an unusual perspective. Seeing an artisan at work with your own eyes is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience. And this is exactly what we AGT guides aim to offer our guests: a direct encounter with the city’s most authentic soul.