Taste of Testaccio: Special 15 Year Anniversary Edition

4.9
(1,680 reviews)
Rome, Italy

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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

Local English-speaking guide
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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 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
  • Piramide Cestia (Pass by)

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Testaccio Market

    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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Step inside this 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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    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.

    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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Tags

Wine Tastings
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Wine Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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