
About Elena
Ciao a tutti! My name is Elena and I'm a local Florentine guide! I'd be happy to share art, museums and plenty of curiosities of my hometown in a genuine way! Time is valuable and with an expert licensed guide you'll be able to discover a lot more!
Years of experience & specialties
Licensed Tour Leader since 1995 and Art History Guide since 2009 (with a degree from the University of Florence). I specialize in Florence's museums, gardens, gastronomy, history, and hiking tours.
Languages I'm fluent in
Italian and English
Favorite local cuisine
Ravioli Burro e Salvia
Favorite things to do in Florence & Countryside
Hiking in the surrounding areas of Florence and gardening!
Private tours with Elena
Places Elena recommends in Florence

Mercato Nuovo
MarketsCity Center
Fiera Internazionale della Ceramica
Seasonal Events/FestivalsSanta Croce
Arezzo
Day TripsArezzo
Parco dell’Anconella
ParksGavinana
Giardino Di Boboli
ParksOltrarno
Chiesa di San Salvatore in Ognissanti
Religious LandmarksSanta Maria Novella
Museo degli Innocenti
MuseumsCity Center
Museo di San Marco
MuseumsSan Marco
Giardino Bardini
ParksOltrarno
Orti DiPinti
ParksSan Marco
Medici Villas (Villa Petraia and Villa di Castello)
Historic Landmark
Giardino del Museo Stibbert
ParksStatuto

All’Antico Ristoro di’ Cambi
CasualBellosguardo
Trattoria Il Bargello
TrattoriasCity Center
Mercato Rionale de Le Cure
Food MarketsLe Cure
Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura
Fine DiningCity Center
Trattoria Zà Zà
TrattoriasCity Center
Trattoria Gargani
TrattoriasSanta Maria Novella
Mercato Centrale Firenze
Food MarketsCity Center
S.forno
Bakeries/CafesOltrarno
My Bakery & Bistrot Firenze
Bakeries/CafesSanta Maria Novella
Angel Roofbar & Dining
CasualCity Center
Trattoria Sabatino
TrattoriasBellosguardo
Trattoria Omero
Trattorias
What travelers say about Elena
5.0(4 reviews)- Brond L.5 out of 5Sep 2025
Oltrarno & The Private Garden Overlooking Florence (3 Hours)
My wife and I greatly enjoyed our tour of the Oltrarno with Elena! Elena shared so many fascinating details from history, art, and even engineering and architecture. We felt the tour expanded our appreciation of Florence beyond fine art, and she introduced us personally to many of the artisans working there.
- Lauren B.5 out of 5Aug 2025
Please choose Elena as your guide! If you are looking for a personalized experience to gain a deeper appreciation for Florence, look no further than a tour with Elena. Not only did she provide a wealth of information on everything I was interested in (art, history, food, fashion, gardens), but she is also a warm and lovely person. You may have to stop along the route to say “Salve!” to a new friend, as she bumps into locals who recognize her. I recommend booking your tour at the beginning of your trip, as Elena has tons of recommendations that are not to be missed, and certainly places you may overlook if relying on guidebooks. Can’t say enough good things! Grazie mille, Elena, for a memorable experience! I know my time in Florence was more meaningful for having shared some of it with you!
- Frank5 out of 5Jul 2025
We had a wonderful time exploring Florence with Elena. She took us to places we surely would have missed. She is very knowledgeable and charming.
- Kristi5 out of 5Jul 2025
Very knowledgeable about art + history. Personable, warm, enthusiastic. Highly recommend.
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