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Tastes & Traditions of Rome: Testaccio Food and Market Tour

200 reviews

3.5 hours

Max 12

Why take this tour?

Devour are the food specialists in our family, running all of our food tours. They're obsessed with finding the most authentic and tasty food and the biggest characters at the local market. We think that passion makes them the best at what they do.

Highlights

Taste delicious local bites at eight family-run establishments (enough food for breakfast and lunch).
Explore the an authentic Roman neighborhood with an expert foodie guide and spend your morning shopping and eating among the locals.
Learn the difference between Roman food and Italian food. Hear why you should be seeking out the former, and why the latter doesn’t really exist!
Meet the passionate vendors who run some of our favorite stalls at the Testaccio Market and try their incredible products.
Enjoy a leisurely Roman lunch of homemade pasta with plenty of wine.

Sites Visited
Testaccio Market
Mattatoio
Monte Testaccio
Piazza Testaccio
Local Bakery
Local Pasticceria
Market Stalls
Cheese Seller
Famous Sandwich Seller
Family-run Roman Restaurant
Gelateria

Tour Includes
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided food tour
Food Tasting: Half Pastry
Beverage Tasting: Coffee
Food Tasting: Pizette
Food Tasting: Fresh Tomatoes
Food Tasting: Cheese
Food Tasting: Half Panino
Food Tasting: Prosciutto
Food Tasting: Pasta Dish
Beverage Tasting: Glass of Wine

Discover the sights, sounds, and tastes of a true Roman neighborhood.

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Total Customer Reviews: 200

Verified Ratings

4.8 /5

based on 200 Walks’ customer ratings

Rating summary by category

Guide

4.9/5

Guest Support

4.6/5

Latest reviews

Excellent

Great tour! Chiara is an excellent and engaging guide. There was so much food tasted along the way, would do again.

Verified · Rebecca · Sep 18, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years

Excellent

Chiara was so knowledgeable and passionate about food and gave excellent recommendations and tips along the way.

Verified · Kathleen · Sep 18, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years

Excellent

Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this food tour! We really loved it. My 10 years old son and I participated for the 1st time in this food tour. We loved it! Both of us! It was really good! The tour guide Manuela was fantastic! We could not wish for better! The food was super tasty and the duration of the tour was just perfect. We recommend it for anyone! :)

Verified · Zane · Jul 26, 2024 · Female · 35 to 44 years

Excellent

Great experience, fantastic foods, fun tour guide, would definitely recommend

Verified · Kathryn · May 25, 2024 · United Kingdom · Female · 55 to 64 years

Excellent

Chiara was amazing! Engaging, knowledgeable, professional and courteous!

Verified · Samuel · May 11, 2024 · USA · Male · 65 to 74 years

FAQs

Can my dietary needs be accommodated on this tour?

This tour is adaptable for: - Vegetarians - Pescatarians - Dairy free - Pregnant women We love providing delicious options for those with dietary needs. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking. This tour is not recommended for vegans and, due to the risk of gluten cross-contamination, this tour is not recommended for those with celiac disease. Due to the amount of wine stops on this tour, it is not recommended for children or adults who do not drink alcohol.

Will my tour run in the order that is described?

Please note that this description is an example and stops or tastes may vary depending on the season, day of the week, and group size. Regardless of where your tour goes, you always have a delicious experience.