Exclusive Private Carrara Marble Experience from Florence
Overview
The world of marble is not just about extraction and craftsmanship—it is the story of a land and its people, whose identity has long been intertwined with this ancient stone.
Carrara marble, known to the Romans as Luna marble or marmor lunense, is a prized white or blue-grey marble used for centuries in sculpture and architectural decoration. It has been quarried since Roman times in the rugged mountains above Carrara, in the province of Massa and Carrara.
The quarries are vast, open-air scars on the mountainside—monumental white wounds carved into steep, wild slopes, where tiny human figures move enormous blocks of stone. For over 2,000 years, nature and human ingenuity have clashed and cooperated here, producing the raw material for masterpieces found in palaces, piazzas, and private homes around the world.
This is not just a tour—it’s an exclusive, private experience for those seeking something truly special.
What's Included
- Private transportation for the day
- Private visit to one local winery
- A 100% private tour
- Wine tastings of regional DOC wines
- Pickup from your accommodation in Florence
- Gourmet lunch paired with the wines
- Private visit to three Carrara marble quarries
- Expert sommelier/guide with you throughout the experience
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup is included in a radio of 3 KM and can be requested during booking or communicated before the day of the tour.
What To Expect
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Florence
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Carrara Marble Quarries Exploration
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Lunigiana
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Florence
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wearing closed shoes. In no case will access be granted to people who wear slippers or sandals
- Always and exclusively stay in the areas indicated by the Guide without leaving spontaneously
- Avoid throwing (or kicking) stones.
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Activity code: C-121337P26
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