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Rome's Original Flavor: A Neighborhood & Market Food Tour

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Overview

Join Rome's original food tour, delighting food lovers since 2011 with an off-the-beaten-path journey into Testaccio, the city's authentic foodie neighborhood.

This culinary journey features a visit to the Testaccio Market to meet its passionate vendors, plus stops at historic delicatessens for Italy's finest cured meats and cheeses. You’ll also taste iconic Roman street food with curated drink pairings. We finish with a lesson in spotting real artisanal gelato before enjoying the perfect cone.

Highlights:
- Savor a rich selection of Italian cured meats and artisanal cheeses.
- Taste iconic Roman street food at beloved neighborhood spots.
- Indulge in real, artisanal gelato and learn how to spot the imitations.
- Explore Rome's most authentic food market and meet its passionate vendors.
- Enjoy curated drink pairings, including local wine or prosecco.
- Discover Testaccio's hidden gems and history with an expert local guide.

What's Included

  • Indulge in real, artisanal gelato and learn how to spot the imitations.
  • Enjoy curated drink pairings, including local wine or prosecco.
  • Explore Rome's most authentic food market and meet its passionate vendors at 8 different locations
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities / Tips for guides
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Testaccio
00153 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Via Amerigo Vespucci
00153 Roma RM, Italy

The Taste of Testaccio tour lasts for approximately 4 hours and finishes at Giolitti on Via Amerigo Vespucci, 35. After the tour, your guide will be happy to arrange a taxi or give you directions.

What To Expect

Piazza Testaccio

Meet up with your tour guide and the other foodies of your group! We meet at ''Oasi della Birra''. Your guide will be wearing a purple Eating Europe bag
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Via Galvani

Taste the best cheeses and cured meats and sip some amazing wine!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mattatoio

Visit an old slaughterhouse that was once the hub of the neighborhood
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercato Di Testaccio

Visit Testaccio market wouldn’t be complete without tasty tomato bruschetta, Caprese salad with Rome’s best buffalo mozzarella and Roman street food pizza with porchetta and craft beer.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Monte Testaccio

Take a look at one of the most fun and crazy remains of Ancient Rome. We can't spoil it!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monte Testaccio

Discover Rome’s three most famous pastas! Carbonara, Amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe at the locals favorite ''Flavio al Velavevodetto''
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Piramide Cestia

Could you ever imagine to see a pyramid in Rome?
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Via Amerigo Vespucci

Find true happiness at Giolitti, making the best gelato since 1914! Also, learn how to tell spot the fake gelato and avoid tourist traps!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome’s Original Flavor: A Neighborhood & Market Food Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 1,555 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome’s Original Flavor: A Neighborhood & Market Food Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Indulge in real, artisanal gelato and learn how to spot the imitations.
  • Enjoy curated drink pairings, including local wine or prosecco.
  • Explore Rome's most authentic food market and meet its passionate vendors at 8 different locations.
  • Visit Rome's Pyramid from an exclusive location and the Testaccio Market!.
  • Savor a rich selection of Italian cured meats and artisanal cheeses.
  • Rome Food Lover's Guide + Local English-speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • Gratuities / Tips for guides.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Rome's Original Flavor: A Neighborhood & Market Food Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Email to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
  • Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome's Original Flavor: A Neighborhood & Market Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Indulge in real, artisanal gelato and learn how to spot the imitations.
  • Enjoy curated drink pairings, including local wine or prosecco.
  • Explore Rome's most authentic food market and meet its passionate vendors at 8 different locations
  • Visit Rome's Pyramid from an exclusive location and the Testaccio Market!
  • Savor a rich selection of Italian cured meats and artisanal cheeses.
  • Rome Food Lover's Guide + Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities / Tips for guides

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Email to advise of any dietary requirements such as vegetarian and gluten-free diets
  • Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can't participate in this activity for their safety.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This activity requires a minimum number of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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