Rome: Testaccio Neighborhood Food and Market Tour
Rome, Italy
Testaccio is must visit neighborhood for food lovers in Rome. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. On this tour, that’s exactly what’s on the agenda! As you move from a local coffee bar to a traditional food market, from Trattoria to gelateria, you’ll experience a day in the life of a bonafide Roman in the picturesque neighborhood of Testaccio. Enjoy tastings at 8 local eateries including a full pasta lunch with wine.
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Stop At: Pasticceria Linari, Via Nicola Zabaglia, 9, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Start your morning in true Italian style with coffee and pastries in a bakery that serves as the meeting point for locals all over the neighborhood.
Duration: 35 minutes
Stop At: Testaccio market, Via Aldo Manuzio, 66b, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Following a typical Roman’s daily routine, you’ll make your way to the local market. While there, you’ll meet a few of the passionate vendors—some of whom have had their stalls for 40 years. Try incredible local pizza, farm-fresh vegetables, and artisanal cheeses and cured meats. You’ll also enjoy a sandwich from a stall that locals can’t stop talking about—and revisiting time and time again.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Monte Testaccio, 00153 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
After the market, it's time for lunch. You’ll head to a family-run trattoria to try a pasta with true local roots paired with Italian red wine. As you eat, your guide will give you a crash course in Italian mealtimes.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Brivido Gelateria, Via Giovanni Battista Bodoni, 62, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
End the day by topping all these delicious bites off with gelato. Enjoy a cup or cone of the flavors of your choice at a historic gelateria serving up delicious gelato made on site every morning.
Duration: 25 minutes
Inclusions
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- 8+ food tastings across 8 amazing, family-run establishments
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- If you have dietary restrictions or food allergies, please contact us at the time of the booking.
- This tour is in English
- Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour
- Due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not adaptable for those with celiac disease
- Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans.
- Most travelers can participate
- Devour comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to Italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
- Our top priority is to keep our guests, guides and tour partners safe.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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