Rome Private Food Tours by Locals: 100% Personalized

4.4 (7 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

You'll join one of our local Rome hosts for a food tour around historic Testaccio, an edgy neighborhood that reads like a grid of old-school trattorias and trendy street food joints (hopefully while wearing your stretchiest trousers). You'll eat your way around the district where the Cucina Romana was born - since after all, the best way to discover a new culture is through its food. You’ll feast on the hyper-local and seasonal dishes which Rome is famous for and discover regional and seasonal produce while also trying some local pizza.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

What's included

  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
  • 4 hour walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
  • 6-8 tastings of Roman dishes, a coffee, craft beer, a glass of wine or soft drink, at 2-3 eateries
  • Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Testaccio
    Pass by
    Explore the Testaccio neighborhood where the "Cucina Romana" originates and soak up the culinary culture and history - by eating it!

    IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
  2. Mercato Di Testaccio
    Pass by
    Visit the Testaccio Market, one of Rome's favorite markets and taste some Roman classic foods, then settle in at a local trattoria to sample antipasti and primi

    IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
  3. Piazza Testaccio
    Pass by
    Join a food-loving host and discover Rome's vibrant food scene and sample 6-8 Roman dishes such as supplí (risotto balls) pizza romana, focaccia, cheeses, salami, carciofo alla giudia (fried artichoke), and gelato at Panna & Co.

    IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
  4. Pass by
    Taste some of the best pizza in town at Pizza dell’Emporio.

    IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
  5. Pass by
    Visit the Tram Depot in Via Marmorata or get recommendations from your host regarding other places to eat and drink in the city - there are a lot, you may want to write this down!

    IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point

After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, interests and the food you love so we can assign a like-minded local who can create a bespoke experience for you.
  • Your Local Host will communicate with you directly to suggest a few trattoria options and agree a meeting time and place.
  • Although you will enjoy a meal at a great trattoria, your Local Host will also help you with suggestions to discover other great places to eat & drink and suggest local spots that you won’t find in a guidebook and that make the city unique.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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