City of Florence Guide Antonella Lodolini will show you an amazing time, leading you through the history of perfumes in Renaissance Florence and introducing you to an important character: Caterina, inventor of the Acqua della Regina (the Queen’s Water), created in the ancient “Spezieria” of Santa Maria Novella.
The meeting point is in Piazza Santa Maria Novella, by the obelisk, and the itinerary will start from Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy, where you will have a “taste” of Renaissance essences, including the Queen’s Water.
Next will be the turn of SS. Annunziata Pharmacy, the second most ancient pharmacy in town, where the participants will get the chance to test home fragrances inspired by the 7 guilds of Florence. And last but not least, you’ll head to Officina dei Tornabuoni, also rich in history and tradition.
During this tour, art can be seen but also smelt in the most ancient perfumeries of the city.
When: every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10.00.
Duration of the Tour: 1h30/2h
Price per person: 20€ (children 8-14 y/o 10€; free under 8 y/o), headphones are included; the admission to the pharmacies and the testing is free of charge.
Number of participants: from 5 to 10, max 15 - Languages: available in English, Italian, French, German and Spanish.
Info and reservations via WhatsApp: +39-338-1245148 or email: a_lodolini@tiscali.it; Web: http://www.acorneroftuscany.com; Facebook: @acorneroftuscany
The tour will take place in compliance with anti-covid regulations: guaranteed distance with the use of sanitized earphones that allow you to listen to the guide even from a distance, small group and compulsory mask.
