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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!
Itinerary
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1
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.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Piramide Cestia
Next, you'll discover one of Rome's most bizarre and stunning landmarks: an authentic, 2,000-year-old Egyptian-style pyramid in the heart of the city.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Testaccio Market
Get hands-on by making your own bruschetta with fresh ingredients sourced from the market's vendors. Then, continue your tasting with classic fried street food and a fresh caprese salad.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Mattatoio (Pass by)
This impressive complex is Rome's former city slaughterhouse, the historic and culinary heart of the Testaccio neighborhood. Learn about the famous "quinto quarto" cuisine
Admission ticket free -
Monte Testaccio (Pass by)
A man-made hill built entirely from the fragments of millions of ancient Roman olive oil jars (amphorae). This incredible archaeological site tells the story of the Empire's immense appetite
Admission ticket free -
4
Savor the flavors of Rome in the heart of Testaccio with three iconic pastas: creamy carbonara, rich amatriciana, and cheesy cacio e pepe, paired with local wine. A true taste of traditional Roman cuisine in an authentic, welcoming atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
No culinary tour of Rome is complete without gelato. We'll finish at a historic gelateria beloved by locals in the neighborhood. Try this rich, artisanal gelato, the perfect ending to our journey through Testaccio.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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