A Taste of Rome: Eat Like An Italian (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Experience Rome's best pasta dishes and wine

  • Sample Rome's amazing street food

  • Visit the unmissable Volpetti

  • Savour the very best Tiramisu from local pastry shops

  • Try one of Rome's most beloved pizza places

Summary

A tour of the history, tastes and traditions of Roman food with a visit to the authentic buzzing neighbourhood of Testaccio

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

MACRO Testaccio Contemporary Art Museum, Rome, Lazio, IT

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Munch your way through this tantalising food tour of Rome.

* Experience Rome's **best pasta dishes and wine** at Flavio al Velavevodetto. 
* Sample Rome's **amazing street food**, including the famous 'suppli'. 
* Visit the unmissable **Volpetti** – a shrine to Roman food and excess. 
* Savour the very **best Tiramisu** from local pastry shops. 
* Learn how to **discern real gelato** from the fake stuff. 
* Try one of Rome's **most beloved pizza places**.

Take a bite out of one of Rome’s tastiest neighbourhoods with this foodie tour through the enchanting local area of **Testaccio**. This is a great opportunity to experience authentic Italian cuisine and learn about the country’s delectable wines, whilst encountering a part of the city that is Rome through and through. Embrace the smells, buzz and charm of a neighbourhood where ordinary people live, eat and shop. Your tour guide will take you to the best local eateries, markets and shops, where you will not only get the chance to taste the delicacies but also learn about the people behind the magic. Understand the traditions and values that have produced such tasty good food for generations and see why Italian cuisine continues to be the trend setter for what we enjoy eating and cooking today. You will also have the chance to visit many key landmarks and sights and learn about the fascinating stories behind them.

Take a break from the popular tourist attractions and plunge into the Eternal City’s wine and food culture epicentre – expect to find a new favourite food before your tour is done! Buon appetito!

What’s included?

  • At least nine authentic food stops with twelve tastings in delicious local eateries

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Kids under 4 are free

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains

  • In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners