Testaccio: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Rome's Food Traditions

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45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

Rome’s history is incredibly long and fascinating, and so is its culinary tradition. Testaccio, today a busy and lively borough, never lost its authentic character. It’s the perfect place to explore both history and cuisine on a self-guided audio tour.

Since Roman times, the area has been a market place. Testaccio is also famous for another reason: here was born the local culinary tradition of the so-called Quinto quarto, or five quarters – referring to the habit of cooking and eating offal – due to the presence of the old slaughterhouse. Today, the borough honours its origins being the heart of the most genuine Roman food scene.

You can experience it browsing around the market stalls, dining in some of the best traditional restaurants in the city, grabbing delicious street food or having a drink in an up-to-date venue. I’ll show you my favourite spots while pointing out the milestones of the local history and some examples of the contemporary artistic soul of the borough.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Pyramid of Caius Cestius

The tour starts next to the Pyramid of Caius Cestius.

End point

The tour ends on Via Marmorata.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
  • Pyramid of Caius Cestius (Pass by)

    The tour starts next to the Pyramid of Caius Cestius.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes Taverna Volpetti.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes Felice a Testaccio.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes Flavio al Velavevodetto.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mattatoio (Pass by)

    The tour passes Mattatoio.

    Admission ticket free
  • Testaccio Market (Pass by)

    The tour passes through the Mercato Testaccio.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes Trapizzino.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

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