Tastes & Traditions of Rome: Testaccio Food and Market Tour
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: 176
Verified Ratings
4.8 /5
based on 176 Walks’ customer ratings
Rating summary by category
Latest reviews
Excellent
I will book future food tours with Devour Tours. Our guide, Manuela was a delight, the food was plentiful and delicious, and the staff was easy to reach when I called to say I was running a few minutes late.
Verified · Monica · Apr 15, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
The walking tour of Testaccio with Andy was a great experience. Geographically, it is arranged so I felt like was able to orient myself in the neighborhood by the end. Historically, I came away with a great sense of the deep and recent history of the area. And food wise - wonderful - I left knowing places to go back to for delicious savory and sweet treats. Andy also got me headed in the right direction for the Garbatella area, which I also enjoyed strolling through. Thank you Andy and Devour tours!
Verified · Katherine · Apr 08, 2024 · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years
Excellent
Our market food tour was amazing and Manuela, she is just the best!
Hightly raccomanded
Verified · Jamila · Apr 05, 2024 · USA · Female · 25 to 34 years
Excellent
Manu was fantastic! A true Roman who knew her way around and gave us just the right amount of history. Food was excellent and we were very full afterwards
Verified · Stefanie · Mar 01, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Excellent
Fernanda was amazing and if we could have her for every tour we would love it. She clearly knows what she is speaking about and sharing. 100/10
Verified · Christine · Feb 24, 2024 · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years
Meeting Point
Meeting Point
We'll meet in Piazza di Santa Maria Liberatrice, by the statue closest to the Santa Maria Liberatrice Church (which is located on the other side of the road). Your guide will be holding a red Devour Tours bag and a Devour Rome sign.
Please meet 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.
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.
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