Best Cooking Classes in Florence Near the Duomo

Looking for the best cooking classes in Florence? At 360° Cooking Class, our experiences are hands-on, social, and designed to help you cook authentic Italian dishes with confidence — not just follow a recipe.

Compare Our Florence Cooking Classes

Five classes, side by side. Full details and booking below.
Class Length Group What you make Best for From
Wine Tasting & Pasta Class 2h30 Up to 20 Fresh pasta, paired with 7 Italian wines Wine lovers €125 Book
Private Pasta Class 2h30 Private Fresh pasta, tiramisù Couples and families €150 Book
Private Gnocchi & Pesto Class New 2h30 Private Handmade gnocchi, fresh pesto Anyone who has made pasta before €150 Book
Panoramic Tour & Pasta Class 4h Up to 6 Pasta and tiramisù, plus a guided city tour Short trips, first visit to Florence €175 Book

Every class includes ingredients, tools, an apron, the meal you cook, and recipes to take home.

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Pasta Making Class in Florence: Tiramisu & Unlimited Wine

2:30 Hours
Max People : 20
Discover authentic Italian flavors in our pasta cooking class in Florence—make fresh pasta from flour & eggs, tiramisu, eat what you create
From€75
Four people in aprons hold up fresh pasta strands in a rustic kitchen, with a chef.
Perfect for Families

Private Pasta Cooking Class for Couples & Families | Florence

2:30 Hours
Max People : 20
Private pasta & tiramisu class with your own chef in Florence. Hands-on, unforgettable, with unlimited wine and a full meal. Perfect for couples, families, or […]
From€150
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Private Gnocchi & Pesto Making Class in Florence

2:30 Hours
Max People : 20
Discover the secrets of fresh Italian pesto and handmade gnocchi in a private cooking class in Florence. Guided by your private chef, you’ll prepare everything […]
From€150
A couple admires the Florence skyline at sunset, embracing. They joyfully make pasta together.

Panoramic Sightseeing Tour Florence + Pasta Cooking Class

4 Hours
Max People : 6
Explore Florence in a panoramic Mercedes van with a local guide, take in stunning views from Piazzale Michelangelo, then enjoy a hands-on pasta & tiramisu […]
From€225€175
Chef Leonardo with a happy traveler showing off their freshly made fettuccine at 360° Cooking Class Experience

Wine Tasting in Florence with Fresh Pasta Class | Near the Duomo

2:30 Hours
Max People : 20
Make fresh pasta from scratch while tasting 7 iconic Italian wines on a North-to-South journey, perfectly paired with the meal you cook—steps from the Duomo.
From€175€125

Which Cooking Class in Florence Is Right for You?

Central or countryside?

A class in the historic centre means no transport and a free afternoon on either side. Countryside classes add a drive each way — worth it if you have a full day, frustrating if you’re fitting it around the Uffizi. We’re a few minutes’ walk from the Duomo and the Accademia.

Group or private?

Group cooking lessons are more social and better value — you cook alongside travellers from everywhere, and that’s often the part people remember. A private class means the chef’s full attention, your own pace, and the freedom to ask anything. Families with young children and couples looking for something quieter usually prefer private.

How much of your day do you want to spend?

Most Florence cooking courses run two to three hours. Ours are 2h30 — long enough to make pasta from flour and eat it properly, short enough to leave the evening free. The panoramic option runs four hours because it includes the city tour.

What do you actually want to learn?

Fresh pasta is the classic first choice, and the one most people come to Florence for. If you’ve made pasta before, gnocchi and pesto teach different techniques and a different region. If wine matters as much as the food, choose a class built around the pairing.

What should be included?

Ingredients, tools, apron and the meal itself should never cost extra — check that before booking anywhere. Ask specifically about wine: some classes pour one glass, others charge separately. Ours is unlimited. Recipes to take home should be standard too.

How far ahead should you book?

In peak season — April to June, September to October — the popular classes fill several days out. Off-season you can often book same-week, but weekends still go quickly.

Frequently asked questions.

FAQ

Do I need cooking experience?

Not at all — our classes are beginner-friendly and guided step by step.

How far are you from the center?

We are located in Borgo Pinti 95R, which by walk is about:

  • 1 minute from Four Seasons Hotel
  • 5 minutes from  Accademia Gallery
  • 10 minutes from Duomo
  • 20 minutes from SMN Train Station

Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free options?

Yes for selected classes — tell us your dietary needs at booking and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Can I book a private class or group event?

Yes — we host private experiences for couples, families, and groups (send us an inquiry for more details).

What’s the cancellation policy?

What’s the cancellation policy?

What if I don't enjoy it?

We refund you in full. If we didn’t make your afternoon in Florence better, we haven’t earned it.

Still deciding?

Our pasta making class is where most people start — 2000+ guest left a 5 star review, over 1000 called it the highlight of their trip.