5.0 (517) · Florence · By Francys'Pasta Free cancellation
I'm Francesca, passionate about cooking and gastronomy. I learned the art of fresh pasta from my grandmother in her pasta shop, where we started to host this experience.
Then I moved it at my house, a true pasta workshop in a beautiful villa on top of the hills, with a stunning view of Florence. I founded “Francyspasta” in 2017, that won several Airbnb Experiences awards, and changed completely my life in better.
Time after time I created a group of passionate hosts like me, and now we are a crew of pasta makers, Gaia, Luisa, Tommaso, all very special people who will make our time together unique, in the magical atmosphere of our workshop-house, full of love, light and art in the heart of our splendid Tuscany.
✓ Bottled water✓ Alcoholic Beverages✓ Lunch✓ Snacks✓ Dinner✓ Cooking tools✓ Coffee and/or TeaActivity Schedule
3 h 15
Don't miss this experience, learn the art of fresh egg pasta in a splendid Florentine villa from the 1500s.
We will be on the hills of Florence, just ten minutes from the city center, from which you'll enjoy a fantastic view!
Get out of the tourist circuit and enjoy your new friends!
Transfer from the city center is included to come and back from my place.
We'll start with a welcome coffee and cookies in the morning, aperitivo in the evening, to get to know each other a little bit, then let's get our hands in the dough from scratch with flour and eggs, following our instructions, we'll do two different shapes of pasta.
We will roll it out by hand and with the pasta machine, making shapes for Cappellacci & Spaghetti, but not without a small aperitif with tomato and basil “bruschetta” and few glasses of Prosecco!
It is already time to prepare another dough, the potatoes Gnocchi.
Come in the kitchen and watch how do the sauces for gnocchi, spaghetti and cappellaci with ricotta and spinach.
We'll prepare the table to eat together all the meals you've made! buon appetito!
Our team will glad to host you and share our love for pasta and Tuscany with you!
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Meet the driver in front of the "caffè petrarca" in Piazzale di porta romana (at 9:30 AM for the morning session, 5:30 PM for the evening session, 5 PM in the winter).
In the confirmation message, you'll find the address of my home.
Please be reachable with a valid phone number.
Meet the driver in front of the "caffè petrarca" in Piazzale di porta romana (at 9:30 AM for the morning session, 5:30 PM for the evening session, 5 PM in the winter).
In the confirmation message, you'll find the address of my home.
Please be reachable with a valid phone number.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Francy's Pasta & Gnocchi on Top of Florence Hills
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes as you'll be cooking. Bring your appetite – you'll be eating everything you make! Inform your host in advance of any dietary restrictions. Be ready for a fun and interactive culinary journey. Enjoy the scenic transfer to the villa. Engage with your hosts and fellow participants for a memorable time. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 116509P1
Activity offered by Francys'Pasta via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Couples Families Food enthusiasts Travelers seeking authentic experiences Learn to make fresh egg pasta from scratch. Enjoy a stunning view of Florence from the hills. Hands-on cooking experience with expert guidance. Taste your own delicious creations for lunch/dinner. Small group setting for a personalized experience. Includes transfers from the city center.
Population 360,930 (2023)
Elevation 50 m
Currency euro
Official language Italian
Driving on the right
Power plugs C, F, L · 230 V
Emergency number 112
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What is the duration of the pasta and gnocchi making experience? + The total duration of the activity is 3 hours and 15 minutes.
What is included in the experience? + The experience includes bottled water, alcoholic beverages, lunch, snacks, dinner, cooking tools, and coffee/tea.
What are the meeting instructions for the activity? + You need to meet the driver in front of 'caffè petrarca' in Piazzale di porta romana at the specified time (9:30 AM for morning, 5:30 PM for evening, 5 PM in winter). Please ensure your phone number is reachable.
Is the activity wheelchair accessible? + Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas/surfaces.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Can infants join the experience? + Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and infants are required to sit on an adult's lap.
Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.
★★★★★ Viator review
Delicious and so fun
Sandy_P, October 2026
Luisa and Alessandro were absolutely fantastic! Their guidance in walking us through the steps to make gnocchi, spaghetti and bruschetta was excellent and so fun. Beautiful setting and excellent company!
★★★★★ Viator review
Headliner Experience for Italy Trip!
Reid_W, October 2026
What an absolutely amazing experience! Even as an introvert I had a blast and felt we were are all friends by the end! Delicious, well organized, and friendly experience I'd recommend to anyone.
★★★★★ Viator review
The one activiry not to miss in Florence!!
Audrey_E, October 2026
If you only do one tour while in Florence, do this one!! My husband and I booked it with friends who were in Florence at the same time, and had the absolutely best day ever!! Alexandro (hope I got that right!) and Francesca were so organized and so much fun!! We started with homemade sweets and espresso, moved onto pasta making and Prosecco, then Gnocchi…in between cooking and preparing we ate bruschetta and made sauce - honestly, all delicious and so approachable! I know I can do this at home! Oh, and I can’t forget homemade limoncello in the garden!!! Really, treat yourself with this activity - you won’t regret it!!
★★★★★ Viator review
Pasta making Florence!
Ralph_D, October 2026
Hands down, best day experience we’ve ever booked with Viator.
Gorgeous location in a farmhouse above the city, as advertised.
Excellent teaching, wonderful pasta, all recipes supplied.
We have a fantastic time with individualized attention. Again, cannot say enough. Book it!
★★★★★ Viator review
A must do.
Sara_C, October 2026
Unforgettable experience, highly recommend reserving this extraordinary cooking class! Had difficulty getting there and they were accommodating and welcomed us still.
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