Testaccio Food Tour with Roman Pasta and Market Tastings

4.9 (1,795 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration3h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Discover Testaccio, Rome’s hidden treasure, with the city’s first food tour, delighting food lovers since 2011. Venture off the beaten path into the vibrant Testaccio Market Rome, and stroll through the quaint streets that surround it. Experience a journey through all the flavors of Rome, capturing the genuine and authentic character of one of the city’s most charming undiscovered neighborhoods.

Visit vendors that have been perfecting their trade for decades: from growing the freshest fruit and herbs, to baking the freshest bread, and then watch them be combined in front of you to make bruschetta and caprese salad with fresh buffalo mozerella, right there in the market.

Then, venture further into the surrounding neighborhood, tasting uniquely Roman street food and finishing with what many describe as the best gelato they’ve ever had.

Options

Upgrade to a Private Food Tour

Savor 9 Roman tastings, three pastas, wine, and beer with a dedicated guide just for your group, at your own pace.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Small-group Food Tour (12 pax)

Taste 9 Roman classics, from market bites to three legendary pastas and gelato, paired with wine and beer along the way.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

What's included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Enjoy 9 carefully selected food tastings, including market bites, along with Italian wine and beer
  • Try Rome’s three iconic pastas, carbonara, amatriciana, and cacio e pepe
  • Step into a 105-year-old gelateria, and learn the difference between the real and fake gelato
  • Make your own bruschetta with fresh tomatoes from local vendors at Testaccio market in Rome
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Gratuities / Tips for guides
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks

What to expect

  1. 40m
    You'll be welcomed with a selection of fine cured meats and artisanal cheeses, enhanced by an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting, and a celebratory toast with a glass of crisp Prosecco.
  2. Piramide Cestia
    15m
    Discover Pyramid of Cestius, an unexpected ancient pyramid rising within the Non-Catholic Cemetery. Step inside this quiet, atmospheric space where history, art, and memory meet. A striking hidden gem in Rome.
  3. 45m
    Step into one of Rome's most authentic neighborhood markets. You'll taste freshly chopped tomatoes dressed with olive oil, basil and garlic, then a classic bruschetta, a silky buffalo mozzarella and tomato caprese, and finally a crispy supplì (Rome's beloved fried rice ball), paired with a cold beer.
  4. 30m
    Step inside the iconic trattoria carved into the ancient Monte Testaccio hill and discover Rome's three most celebrated pastas: the creamy Carbonara, the bold Amatriciana, and the sharp, peppery Cacio e Pepe.
  5. 20m
    No Roman food tour would be complete without gelato. One of the city's most iconic gelaterias, that has been serving locals and visitors alike for over a century, has the perfect sweet ending to your morning.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included for children aged 3 and under. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
  • Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.

Cancellation policy

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

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