Rome: La Dolce Vita – Gelato, Tiramisu & Espresso Food Tour
At a glance
Rome: La Dolce Vita – Gelato, Tiramisu & Espresso Food Tour is a 2h 15m small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by GOURMETALY FOOD TOURS OF ROME. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 119 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $74.22 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Free Best restaurant's guide & cookbook, Special moka preparation show, Alcohol free Tiramisu tasting.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 119 travellers
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 15m
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Since 2013 the first and sweetest tour of Rome! Enjoy a must-do culinary experience on this espresso and gelato food walking tour in Rome city centre.
No worries about caffeine or alcohol, this tasting tour is suitable for kids, not coffee-drinkers, no alcohol drinkers and can be customised for gluten free foodies.
Led by a food-loving guide, this small-group tour will teach you the secrets behind these Italian specialties.
Learn about the coffee-roasting process as you visit the famous coffee shops Sant'Eustachio and Tazza d'Oro with a priority service.
Visit an amazing Gelato store and taste gourmet creations by a famous gelato chef. Indulge your senses while learning all secrets to make and distinguish a top gelato from the others.
Savor homemade tiramisu and delicious gelato at some of the best shops in town. Personalized attention from your guide guaranteed. All our foodies will receive our "Best restaurant' s guide" for free and many tips and recipes on our coobook. Join us!
What's included
What's included
- Free Best restaurant's guide & cookbook
- Special moka preparation show
- Alcohol free Tiramisu tasting
- Granita di Caffè con panna (roman special crumbled frozen coffee)
- Gelato (Italian artisan ice-cream) tasting
- Espresso coffee tasting (decaf or options available) & Skip the line at Sant'Eustachio coffee house
- Foodie-host will introduce you into the local mood and culture
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Personal Shopping
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
The itinerary will give you sights of lovely places in Rome city centre. Firstly you will admire Piazza della Minerva, with the elephant monument by Bernini.
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Stop 2 · 15m
We'll start our culinary adventure with visits to famous coffee shop: Tazza d'Oro, a historic cafe that opened in 1946. Your expert guide will share insights into the coffee-roasting process as you savor a tasting of freshly granita made with espresso.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Next, we'll head to a renowned gelateria for a delightful gelato tasting.Discovering secrets of Italian artisanal gelato (don’t call it ice-cream), a top Italian dessert.
Why Italian gelato is so tasty? Are you able to distinguish a good gelato from a bad one? By enjoying this tour you will learn everything about this delicious and healthy food.
Your “cono” on the go will satisfy one of your best wishes -
Stop 4
Your friendly guide, an expert food connoisseur, will meet you near the Pantheon to begin this delicious journey.
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Stop 5
During the tour, you'll wander through historic Roman neighborhoods, passing iconic landmarks like the Pantheon and Piazza Navona as you soak in the vibrant cultural atmosphere.
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Stop 6 · 15m
Espresso coffee is famous worldwide but not at home. For almost a century moka coffee maker has been the way. Discover the iconic Bialetti moka coffee-maker and how to use it during a coffee-making show. Learning everything about the Italian style. Enjoy a unique welcome gift, reserved to your group.
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Stop 7 · 15m
And that's not all – you'll also visit one of the city's most popular tiramisu shops, where you'll enjoy an exquisite tasting of this delectable dessert. Your guide will explain how this beloved treat is created.
Meeting point
Meeting point: Piazza della Minerva at the Elephant statue
Good to know
- 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Good walking shoes suggested
- Please show up 10 minutes before departure
- Not recommended for diary free is possible to cutomize a little but not always completely
- Gluten free options available prior notice
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rome: La Dolce Vita – Gelato, Tiramisu & Espresso Food Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $74.22 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Free Best restaurant's guide & cookbook; Special moka preparation show; Alcohol free Tiramisu tasting; Granita di Caffè con panna (roman special crumbled frozen coffee); Gelato (Italian artisan ice-cream) tasting; Espresso coffee tasting (decaf or options available) & Skip the line at Sant'Eustachio coffee house.
Where does it start?
Meeting point: Piazza della Minerva at the Elephant statue
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 119 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
