Rolling hills, Renaissance art, and wine that's poetry in a bottle.
Your on-the-ground insiders. The ones who know the enduring favourites, the quiet corners and what’s worth your time.
Florence, Pisa +10
Hi - I’m Eleonora! I live in Rome, but as soon as I can I’ll escape and travel somewhere else. My purpose is to travel all around the world and make a step in every continent.
Amalfi, Sorrento +11
Born and raised in Italy's Marche region, I have explored the country from north to south during travels and study periods away from home. I have lived part of my life in amazing cities such as Venice and Bologna, and have visited Rome a lot since I have family and friends there. I am an experienced trip planner for destinations all over Italy, from the breezy Cinqueterre in Liguria down to the sun kissed Amalfi coast. If you want someone to help you with all-encompassing guidance and make the best out of your trip to Italy, I will be most happy to help you!
Rome, Cinque Terre +13
5.0(2)As a certified Tour Leader, I've had the incredible privilege of guiding groups from all over the world across Italy and Europe. I adore my country, and over the years, I've realized that my favorite role is being a bridge between travelers and the true soul of a place. Today, I invite you to experience this through my eyes. Whether you need a customized itinerary for your trip or a cultural deep-dive anywhere in Italy, I am here to help you live the best experience of your vacation. I’m waiting for you! Let’s plan something beautiful together.
Florence, Pisa +3
My name is Massimo Coppo, I live in Florence, I am a tourist guide in English and French, I also work as a driver and sommelier, I have a degree in philosophy and a degree in literature, I love being able to introduce my country to those who come from far away and always learn something new.
Tuscany is a masterpiece you can live in. It's the cypress-lined driveways, the hilltop towns glowing at golden hour, and the long lunches that effortlessly turn into dinners. But beyond the postcard views of Val d'Orcia that everyone posts on Instagram, there's a wilder, quieter Tuscany. It's found in the secret agriturismi (farm stays), the village artisan workshops, and the family-run trattorie where nonna is still in charge. Forget the overcrowded bus tours and generic wine tastings; let a local show you their Tuscany.
Late spring (May-June) for lush green hills and perfect temperatures, or early autumn (Sept-Oct) for the grape harvest, olive oil pressing, and vibrant food festivals.
The main Chianti road can be a traffic jam. A local will route you through lesser-known (but equally world-class) wine regions like Montecucco or Bolgheri for Super Tuscans without the crowds.
Everyone often flocks to Siena's main square. Ask a local about the "Crete Senesi" region just south—a surreal, lunar-like landscape of clay hills with stunning, quiet hilltop towns.
Don't just buy pecorino in a shop. A local can connect you with a shepherd for a tasting on the actual farm where the cheese is made. That's the difference between tourism and travel.
Florence local Dina shares the neighbourhood most visitors never find, why Piazza del Duomo rewards an early arrival, and the mistake she watches travellers repeat in the city year after year.
