DO YOU CATER FOR PEOPLE WITH FOOD ALLERGIES/VEGETARIANS?

Definitely! If you would prefer an alternative to the menu we have chosen, please tell your tour leader and he/she will telephone ahead to arrange it.

WHAT SHOULD WE BRING?

You must bring your driving licence. Make sure you bring your camera!

WHAT IF I HAVE NEVER DRIVEN ONE BEFORE?

You must have experience of driving a stick shift car and an understanding of gears.

DO I HAVE TO DRIVE STICK SHIFT OR DO YOU HAVE AUTOMATICS?

Our Vintage Fiat 500's only have stick shift gears so you must have experience of driving a car with gears.

IS DRIVING IN FLORENCE DIFFICULT?

Driving in Italy can be a little different, so just like driving anywhere in the world you must be alert and vigilant and follow the tour leader's instructions.

WHAT IF I LOSE SIGHT OF THE LEADER?

The tour leader will be in constant contact with you with a two way radio. If cars get separated from the tour leader, for example at traffic lights, the tour leader will wait in the first safe place until all the cars are together again.

HOW MANY CAN TRAVEL IN ONE CAR?

Each car will take three adults or two adults with two youths. Passengers are reminded that there are no rear seat safety belts

No high heels or flip flops for the driver, flat driving shoes are essential for changing gear!

DO YOU PICK US UP FROM OUR HOTEL?

We do not organise hotel pick-ups for difficulties with parking and scheduling, but our meeting in front in Piazza dei Cavalleggeri is very central and should be easy to get to. We are just in front of the Biblioteca Nazionale (National Library) from which many hotels are located within easy walking distance of. Otherwise a taxi (you could ask your hotel to book it for you) would be the fastest option, dropping you off right at the entrance of the Biblioteca Nazionale (National Library).

Self-drive Vintage Fiat 500 Tour with Lunch from Florence

Why travelers love this tour

Why You'll Love This Tour

A 1960s icon, open Tuscan roads and a long lunch in the hills — the most stylish way to discover the Florentine countryside

Vintage Fiat 500 Experience

Exploring Tuscany in a rare 1960s Fiat 500

You're Behind the Wheel

Driving the manual vintage car yourself with direction from an expert guide

Scenic Photo Stops

Stop for photo opportunities and to change drivers if you wish

Tuscan Lunch Included

Indulging in a traditional Tuscan lunch (it’s included!)

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Tour at a Glance

Prices, times and meeting point — all in one place.

From€ 130,00

Free CancellationUp to 24 hours before departure

Duration6 hours

Departure8:20am

Meeting pointThe meeting point is in Piazza Stazione. Your guide will be holding a WALKABOUT TOURS sign, right by the taxi stand at Santa Maria Novella train station across from the outside McDonald's.Open in Google Maps

Itinerary

Behind the Wheel Through Tuscany

Cypress-lined roads, hilltop views and Chianti wine — explore the Tuscan countryside the way it was meant to be driven.

A Vintage VehicleFirst meet your beautifully restored vintage car at its home in our garage in the middle of the beautiful Tuscan countryside. You will also meet your tour leader who will give you some expert guidance on how to drive a car from the 1960s.

Top Tip: Don’t forget your driver’s license!

Fly Through FlorenceOnce you are feeling confident about your car, the Fiat 500 tour begins! We will drive through the streets of Florence before leaving the bustling city behind. We will then take an avenue lined with cypress trees and climb high above the city for some amazing views. You won’t have to worry about getting lost, as you will be following the guide and will be in constant radio contact.

Fantastic Photo OpsOur first stop is at one of the oldest churches in Florence. There's time for a quick visit inside and a chance to take some great photos of you and your car with the city as your backdrop. Then we set off for a gorgeous drive through the hills. We will travel along narrow stone-walled lanes, past historic villas and fields of olive trees, all the while making short stops to take photos of the wonderful landscape. If you have been riding shotgun, now is your chance to swap places with the driver and have your turn behind the wheel!

Lunch Like a LocalNext we will have the chance to sit on a private terrace and take in stunning views of the Tuscan hills, dotted with villas and castles. While we soak up the scenery we can sample some excellent local cheeses and ham and Chianti wine.

Top Tip: Only one glass though! After all, you’re not done driving yet

Back to FlorenceAfter more photo opportunities, it's time to return to the garage, taking the most scenic route back. As you reach the tree lined avenues, prepare to turn some heads as you and your vintage Fiat 500 become one of the sights of Florence.

Highlights

What's included

The rental of a restored vintage Fiat 500 car
A fun and professional guide
A two-way radio to stay in contact with the guide
A lunch featuring traditional local food and wine
Third party insurance, driver insurance, fuel and car taxes

Duration6 hours

Departure8:20am

Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before departure

Know before you go

Helpful details before booking

A few practical notes to help you choose the right Tuscany day trip and arrive prepared.

Manual Gearbox RequiredParticipants must be able to drive with stick shift (manual) gears
Valid Licence RequiredAll drivers must present a valid driving licence
Minimum Age: 18Minimum age for drivers is 18 years
Max 3 Adults per CarEach car will take a maximum of 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 youths
Vegetarian Option AvailableVegetarian option is available, but we regret that gluten free or other alternative dietary requirements cannot be catered for

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Ivan JanikFebruary, 13 2026

We were in Florence in October 2025 and saw these Fiat cars, they looked like alot of fun so we decided to book a Fiat 500 Tour. The entire day was incredible, this is a must do activity for a couple, friends, anyone! We want to give a huge massive shout out to Gabrielle! From the meeting spot, pick up, drop off, lunch, breath-taking views, good humour, local knowledge and just the fun of the cars it was the best! We could not get the smiles off our face and remember this day so fondly, Thank you Ivan and Rosie (Australia)

Luis VigilNovember, 30 2025

This was our favorite tour in Florence. This little adventure was just right for our first time in Florence. Ado and Alex were an awesome team. Walking tours are good and we did a couple, but this was hands on fun. The lunch at the ranch house was great with our fellow cruisers. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a little excitement.