Food & wine

Rome Food Tour: Small-Group Testaccio Market & Local Tastings

4.9(345 reviews)Rome, Italy
3h30DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Experience local flavors in Testaccio, Rome with a small group on this food tour. You will visit a local coffee bar, a traditional food market, a trattoria, and a gelateria. The tour includes tastings at 8 local eateries, featuring a full pasta lunch with wine. This tour is suitable for food enthusiasts. It is important to note that the group size is small, allowing for a more intimate experience.

Itinerary

1

Mattatoio

A 19th century slaughterhouse that employed many Romans and led to the rise of the modern neighborhood.

2

Testaccio

After the market, it's time for lunch. You’ll head to a family-run trattoria to try a pasta with true local roots paired with Italian red wine. As you eat, your guide will give you a crash course in Italian mealtimes.

3

Monte Testaccio

Between each foodie stop, your local guide will point out important landmarks, including an Ancient Roman archaeological site. This mountain of broken pottery is a testament to the neighborhood's commercial roots.

What's included / not included

Local English-speaking guidePiazza Testaccio14 food tastings across 8 amazing, family-run establishmentsTestaccio MarketMattatoioMonte Testaccio
GratuitiesHotel Pick-up/Drop-off

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
  • If you have dietary restrictions or food allergies, please contact us at the time of the booking.
  • This tour is in English
  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
  • Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
  • Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans.
  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

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