Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
/ Person
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
Product photo
/ Person
Select date and participants
At least one participant is required. Please adjust and try again.

Taste of Rome: Very Small Group Food Tour

4.5 (28)
Rome, IT
Share

Taste of Rome: Very Small Group Food Tour

4.5 (28)
Rome, IT
Share
Experience the true taste of Rome on this very small group food tour. Discover the hidden culinary gems of the city that only locals know about. From the traditional Italian breakfast to the local farmer's market and deli-shops, you'll be treated to over 15 savory and sweet food tastings. Sip on three types of wines from different regions of Italy and indulge in top-class artisanal gelato. But it's not just about the food - learn the secrets and legends of Roman cuisine, and explore the architectural and artistic surroundings that make Rome an open-air museum. With a maximum of eight people, this intimate tour allows you to fully immerse yourself in the culinary history of Rome. Join this tour and experience the true essence of Italian cuisine.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Taste traditional Roman and Italian specialties
  • Small group tour with maximum 8 people
  • More than 15 delicious food tastings
  • Experience different types of wines
  • Discover hidden culinary gems and Roman history
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Dinner
  • Coffee and/or tea
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities

Popular Hotels Closeby

More about this experience

Introduction

Experience the rich and authentic flavors of Rome on the "Taste of Rome: Very Small Group Food Tour". This tour offers a unique opportunity to go beyond the typical Italian dishes and indulge in lesser-known Roman specialties. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey through the charming streets of Rome and discover the fascinating history behind its vibrant food culture.

What to Expect?

During this four-hour tour, you can expect to savor over 15 traditional food tastings, including both savory and sweet delights. From the mouthwatering "suppli" and the heavenly "saltimbocca alla Romana" to the decadent "maritozzo", you'll delve into the depths of Roman cuisine. But it doesn't stop at just food – you'll also have the chance to sample three types of wines, perfectly paired with the delectable bites.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts and curious travelers who want to deepen their understanding of Italian cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply have a passion for discovering new flavors, this experience will leave you satisfied. The tour is designed for a very small group of a maximum of eight people, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience for everyone.

Why Book This?

Immerse yourself in the rich culinary history of Rome as you explore the local foodie districts. From the trendy Testaccio neighborhood to the vibrant Campo de' Fiori and Trastevere areas, you'll discover hidden gems that are off the beaten tourist path. Not only will you taste the incredible dishes, but you'll also learn about the secrets and legends of Roman cuisine. Additionally, your knowledgeable guide will provide insights into the architectural and artistic surroundings that make Rome an open-air museum.

Good to Know

In addition to the food and cultural experiences, this tour offers some practical details. The total duration is 4 hours, ensuring you have ample time to savor every moment. For the morning departures, you'll meet at the Fountain of Jars in Piazza Testaccio, while the afternoon departures start at Piazza Farnese. With a maximum of eight people in the group, you'll enjoy an intimate and personalized experience. Remember to come hungry and be ready to indulge in the best of Roman cuisine.

Reviews

Customers who have embarked on this food tour have raved about their experiences. They praised the knowledgeable guides who not only introduced them to delectable food but also provided valuable insights into Roman culture. The small group size allowed for a more intimate and personalized adventure, fostering connections with fellow travelers. Overall, participants were highly satisfied with the quality and variety of the food tastings, giving them a true taste of Rome. Don't miss out on this unforgettable culinary journey through the culinary wonders of Rome!

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Piazza Testaccio

Morning tours take place in a trendy Testaccio neighborhood. Meet our guide in the main square of the neighborhood and after a brief introduction about the surroundings, start your culinary experience visiting the places that are only rarely visited by tourists. Start your experience with a typical Italian breakfast and continue your culinary journey visiting the local farmer's market, deli-shops, and typical Roman osteria. Besides the delicious food, taste the wines from different regions of Italy and wrap your experience up with top-class artisanal gelato! Learn everything about Roman culinary history in an intimate atmosphere - maximum of 8 people!

Piazza Farnese

The afternoon/evening tours take place in vibrant Campo de'Fiori and Trastevere neighborhoods. Meet our guide at Piazza Farnese and after learning about the surroundings, start your foodie evening off with visiting the hidden culinary gems in the areas of Campo de'Fiori and Trastevere. Learn about lesser-known Italian meats, such as 'coppiete' or 'porchetta', and visit the historical street-food places that only rarely catch tourists' attention. Spoil your taste buds with seasonal local specialties paired with different varieties of wine and finish your culinary journey with a top-class artisanal gelato. Learn not only what Romans eat and drink but also how they do it!

Reviews

(28)

4.5 (28)

travelingmuellers

Our tour guide was a wonderful guy who knew a lot of history about the buildings and the area. He had a great sense of humor and was fun to get to know. He was very open to questions. That was wonderful! We did, however, want more information on the food and culture of Italy itself: where it had originated, how it had become popular, special things they did to make it or how it's commonly made. There was a little of that, but not a lot. There was a good variety of food and we were super stuffed by the end! I felt like we hardly put a dent in the pasta at the end of the night because we were so full! We had two larger disappointments, however. First: The desserts were *phenomenal* and we loved them! Trying the cheese and truffle and other unique foods was interesting. However, while the pizza and pasta were OK, they weren't *really good.* They were like cheap pizza and pasta in the US, in my opinion. I was expecting to be really wowed by the flavors, but they were bland. We really wondered if, instead of taking us to the *best* places, he was taking us to cheap places to save money, or to his friend's places that they tip him for. Second, I'd specifically requested that we have specialty drinks that weren't alcoholic or coffee. I didn't want to just have soda shoved at us, either, when the tour usually includes some kind of specialty wine. Kind of a hard request, I know, but we'd been assured that our guide would plan around exactly what we wanted to do. We had booked a private tour for that reason, but it seemed that our guide hadn't planned for that at all. So we got soda. It was interesting to try, but kind of a cop out.

Nurburgringorbust

The BEST thing about the tour was our guide Anna Marie! She is so funny, so much fun, and just loves doing the tours. The other things were ALL of the different places we went at night which weren't just restaurants, but a taste of ALL kinds of different foods. We were stuff when we got done and I would ABSOLUTELY go again!

Juliesheehan

Me & my husband were taken around Rome for several hours on a food tour by the lovely Sarah. We experienced the most amazing food and were able to be fully immersed in all types of Roman food. It was extravagant, decadent & delicious. Sarah took us to places which delivered high quality food. I fully recommend this tour.

Sean C

We booked a small group tour that turned out to be a private tour because it was just the two of us and our lovely guide Luca. The tour was of the Trastevere district with In Rome Cooking. The walking food tour visited several very good restaurants and an exceptional family owned pork deli shop and finished off with gelato. We had plenty to eat and drink and whilst not everything was what we we normally eat it was all very good quality. We definitely enjoyed our evening and would recommend asking for Luca to show you around. 10 out of 10.

Steven_B

More food than we could eat. Our guide, Gulio, was fantastic. He was informative and just down to earth and enjoyable to talk too. We sampled everything from awesome prosciutto, varieties of sausage, cheeses and wine from a meat shop. Two types of maritozzi (sweet bread with cream), cannoli, pizza (multiple varieties to pick from) and finally a sit down dinner meal (Italian style- pasta/meat). As a matter of fact, we ate so much previously that we could not start the second course of our dinner. Lastly, of course, a stop for gelato (always have room for that). While walking from shop to shop, our guide talked about the neighborhoods and landmarks and places to go. Thanks for this tour, we had a group of 6 with 4 older teenage boys that still talk about the food on this tour.

Julie_W

This food tour was absolutely awesome! Our guide was amazing and we ended up leaving with leftovers for later! We were taken all around the neighborhood and even one of the sights that we wanted to see but had yet to find (the Egyptian pyramid of Rome). The amount of food and wine that we were treated to was definitely well worth the price. Bring your friends and empty bellies!!

MarthaC_S

Our tour guide was absolutely excellent! He was very knowledgeable about all the food we tasted and it’s history, even seasonal items, and medlar growing on trees outside the buildings. He was very accommodating of mobility issues, and re-ordered the tour so that we would be able to try everything even though we were too exhausted to finish the whole tour. He was extremely nice and let us go at our own pace! I certainly recommend this tour as all the food we tried was absolutely excellent, none of the typical tourist foods that are in the main streets but lots of delicacies we wouldn’t have found ourselves.

Tanya_D

We did discover some nice places to eat, however, the tour guide was very hard to understand. Her third language was English (She was from Spain, living in Italy) and walking around it was so difficult to understand. Because of this, we barely understood where we were and the history which was the whole point. They said we would get an email with all the names and addresses of where we ate, and that never happened. Cute but not worth the amount of money you pay. You can tell the integrity of this tour by how they respond to customer reviews- doesn't that say it all?

MARTIN_S

We imagined this tour as an opportunity to relax, enjoy a variety of food and learn. Instead we were lead down dirty side streets with trash bins. We were given little bits of food and in most places there was no place to sit. Wine was a rarity. One of the places we were supposed to visit was even closed!!! We paid $262 for two people and this was FAR from worth it. We had much better food experiences in Rome for 1/5th of the cost. Worst, we feel we lost an entire evening of our vacation with this tour.

Marty_C

The deli at Campo De Fiora was good. Other foods and stops small amounts and places I would not have chosen to eat, mediocre quality. Read some reviews, come hungry. Not so on my tour. Guide was nice and tried hard to make up for company inconsistencies of quality and was overpriced worth half of cost. You may want to avoid and save the $ and splurge on a nice restaurant instead.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-26 18:30
Price breakdown
    Total
    Sorry, this date is sold out We recommend you try another date or try another product if your dates aren’t flexible.