Taste of Rome: Food Tour with Local Guide
At a glance
Taste of Rome: Food Tour with Local Guide is a 3h small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Food Tours Of Rome. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 210 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $79.02 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Bottled water, Wine or soft drinks, Alcoholic Beverages.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 210 travellers
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Did you dream about walking though the charming alleyways of Rome and exploring amazing Roman food like in the movies? Take this great 3-hour mouth-watering adventure with our local expert guide and taste all the typical and home made Roman foods combined with a pleasure walking through impressive historic monuments. You will explore some of the most famous and traditional Italian finger foods and main courses and taste a large variety of specialties, from pasta to desserts and real italian ice cream.
What's included
What's included
- Bottled water
- Wine or soft drinks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Walking tour
- Local expert guide
- Several different food tastings
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Our guided 3-hour Taste of Rome Walking Food Tour lets you experience Rome like a local, in an authentic neighborhood where people live, eat and have fun after working hours.
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Stop 2 · 1h
Try real roman pasta, street snacks and real ice cream in ancient surroundings. The tour highlights includes:
Italian cheeses, prosciutti and salami with wine;
Roman’s most popular street food:
Rome’s 2 most famous pasta dishes with wine;
Last but not least top-rated gelato in Rome run by a local family from many years.
The tour will take place at the Campo dè Fiori area! Known to locals as the “heart of Rome”, is the city’s original foodie neighborhood and where the most famous open market of the city takes place during the day. The guided tour continues to the old city center of Rome and Pompey theatre. You will visit famous Ancient Roman ruins and other historic buildings.
If you choose the morning slot you’ll visit our local market and meet the vendors who have been there for generations! If you take the evening tour you will taste the most delicious pasta you’ve ever had, just like romans do! -
Stop 3 · 1h
All that admiring the layers of Rome’s architecture from the Empire’s greatest temple ruins, to Baroque masterpieces and stunning Renaissance fountains. You’ll also be sampling everything from classic Italian dishes to a typical Roman snacks all combined with stories and insights into Rome’s history and culture, while exploring the city’s most fascinating offbeat landmarks.
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Stop 4 · 1h
This tour is perfect for people that wanna have a first overview of the city center of Rome and get to know some of the best addresses for eating with an expert local guide. End this experience indulging a delicious artisanal gelato!
Meeting point
Please meet your guide at Piazza Farnese next to the fountain in the middle of the square. The guide will be holding a sign written "FOOD TOUR".
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- Transfer from your hotel to the meeting point is NOT INCLUDED in the price. Taxi or buses are a convenient option
- Places visited during your tour are subject to change;
- Vegetarians can be accommodated if advised in advance. Please note this in the 'special requirements' field on booking.
- We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten or dairy free diets.
- This tour is NOT suitable to participants with severe allergies to nuts and dry fruits.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Taste of Rome: Food Tour with Local Guide take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $79.02 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?
Bottled water; Wine or soft drinks; Alcoholic Beverages; Walking tour; Local expert guide; Several different food tastings.
Where does it start?
Please meet your guide at Piazza Farnese next to the fountain in the middle of the square. The guide will be holding a sign written "FOOD TOUR".
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.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 210 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
