Testaccio Market

Join our original Rome food tour, a culinary journey delighting food lovers since 2011. Step into Testaccio, the birthplace of Roman cuisine and the city's foodie neighborhood. Highlights: • Marvel at Europe's only pyramid from an exclusive spot. • Savor mouthwatering Roman pasta dishes. • Sample classic Italian dishes and iconic Roman street food. • Indulge in real, artisanal gelato while learning to spot imitations. • Visit Rome's best local food market, meet passionate vendors, and learn about culinary traditions. • Explore hidden culinary gems, experiencing Rome like a local. • Discover offbeat landmarks with insights into Rome's culture and history. This 4-hour tour offers a firsthand taste of the finest local foods, embracing the spirit of Testaccio and Rome. Join us for an unforgettable culinary adventure, blending delectable flavors with hidden treasures in Rome's vibrant food scene.

Guilty of decimating Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79, Mt Vesuvius looms over the Bay of Naples like a beautiful, silent menace. Stopped in their tracks by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79, Herculaneum and Pompeii offer the best look anywhere at what life in Rome must have been like around 2,000 years ago.

When in Rome, do as the locals do and zip around the city by Vespa. Riding on the back of the vintage scooter, you’ll see all the major landmarks and some lesser-known sights in one half-day tour. Bypass the traffic to discover piazzas and panoramas, and jump off to snap photos of the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and more. The 3-hour private tour includes an espresso or gelato, plus your very own private driver.

Rome on a Golf Cart is truly the BEST way to see Rome! With your small group of ONLY 6 people, or in your very own Private group (both options available), you will be led by a local expert guide, covering large amounts of ground through the major sites and also many off-the-beaten-path treasures. This tour is the perfect way to enjoy Rome as a whole, admiring its monuments and piazzas, and hearing stories from the BC's up to the 20th century! Only in Rome for a short stay? This tour will truly make the most of your time in the city. In Rome for a few days but overwhelmed by all the things to see? This tour is also perfect for you, as it will give you an overview of the city, and offer ideas of what you will want to return to and discover more in depth later in your stay! Highlights include: the Colosseum, Aventine hill, Pantheon, Mouth of Truth, Spanish Steps, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, and so much more!

Guided by a passionate Roman chef, you’ll uncover the secrets of three iconic sauces—Cacio e Pepe, Amatriciana, and Carbonara—each representing a timeless story of Rome’s rich gastronomic past. Using only fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you'll master techniques passed down through generations. After crafting your pasta dishes, enjoy a tasting session paired with specially selected local wines, followed by a traditional Roman dessert. We proudly offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free adaptations of all recipes, ensuring everyone can participate fully. What makes this experience truly unique is the warm, authentic atmosphere—like being welcomed into a Roman home. You'll leave not just with a full belly, but with insider culinary knowledge, cherished memories, and exclusive recipes to recreate the magic at home.

Pedal to Testaccio, a typical Roman neighborhood where you will see its pyramid and you will taste a delicious “panino”, the king of Roman street-food. Then, we will pass through Trastevere, a picturesque district to taste another Roman specialty, and we will reach the Janiculum Hill, where you can admire the most extensive view of the city, a breathtaking panorama! Back on straight to Campo de’ Fiori, a wonderful place known for many reasons that we will reveal to you after having taste one of the best ice cream in the Eternal City. Then, we will take you to one of the most beautiful historic neighborhoods of Rome, the Jewish Ghetto, with its incredible remnants. You will surely fall in love with the authenticity of the city thanks to its hidden treasures and culinary experiences!!!

Testaccio is a must-visit neighborhood for food lovers in Rome. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. On this ultimate foodie 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.

The Evening Golf Cart Tour with Drinks is the perfect way to truly enjoy Rome in a fun and social way, all in the magic of evening lighting. From the comfort of your very own golf cart you will be zipping and zooming through the streets of the Eternal City, Prosecco in hand! Cover large areas of the city, seeing sites you would likely not otherwise see; discover breathtaking views of the city from beautiful panoramic viewpoints; ride down the winding roads of the medieval quarters; awe at the beauty of the monuments adorned in evening lighting; and stop by two different bars to enjoy Artisanal Beer, Wine, and local snacks. See and learn about the Pantheon, the Colosseum, the Palatine and Aventine hills, the Mouth of Truth, the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and so much more, while also experiencing classic Italian Aperitivo drinks and snacks, and relaxing in the comfort of your very own golf cart. This fun, social tour is a great way to truly enjoy la Dolce Vita as it was meant to!

Take a fun, informative and tasty food tour of one of the most picturesque and thriving neighborhoods of Rome: Testaccio. Enjoy the new formula "you pay what you eat": you choose what to taste and pay for the items or quantity you choose. A passionate expert guide will take you to family owned eateries that have been handed down for generations. There are bakeries, ice cream parlors, pizzerias, grocery stores and a large open market which is the heart of the district. On this 2.50-hour small-group tour you will also visit places of artistic and cultural interest: the famous Poets' Cemetery, the ancient slaughterhouse turned into a museum, the ancient pyramid, the city walls and much more.

Experience Rome like a VIP with our Golf Cart Food Tour – the perfect way to explore the city’s culinary delights while sightseeing in style. Along the way, we'll visit Trastevere and the breathtaking Gianicolo Hill Lookout Point. We'll head to another iconic neighborhood, Testaccio, in the comfortable electric cart. Here, you'll visit the famous market to taste the delights of Roman street food before comfortably heading towards Testaccio and concluding with an authentic gelato at a historic local bar.

Rome’s history is incredibly long and fascinating, and so is its culinary tradition. Testaccio, today a busy and lively borough, never lost its authentic character. It’s the perfect place to explore both history and cuisine on a self-guided audio tour. Since Roman times, the area has been a market place. Testaccio is also famous for another reason: here was born the local culinary tradition of the so-called Quinto quarto, or five quarters – referring to the habit of cooking and eating offal – due to the presence of the old slaughterhouse. Today, the borough honours its origins being the heart of the most genuine Roman food scene. You can experience it browsing around the market stalls, dining in some of the best traditional restaurants in the city, grabbing delicious street food or having a drink in an up-to-date venue. I’ll show you my favourite spots while pointing out the milestones of the local history and some examples of the contemporary artistic soul of the borough.

Experience the rich history and delicious cuisine in the authentic and non-touristy district of Rome. Join our culinary guide to stroll through the winding streets of Rione Testaccio, home to family-run trattorias, bakeries, and gourmet shops. This delicious walking tour takes you into the heart of Rome, with its historic food market, restaurants filled with locals, and secret places off the beaten path. Explore the colorful market stands, filled with the finest Italian cheeses and cured meats, aged balsamic vinegars and extra virgin olive oil, and fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. Sample some local favorites, such as artisanal mozzarella cheese, pasta, suppli, and more. Learn about the history behind each dish as you make your way between various tastings. Cap off your culinary journey with artisanal gelato and a cup of coffee at the best local bar. Limited to 10 people, this tour offers a more personal sightseeing experience and is suitable for vegetarians.

Experience the Best Food Tour in Rome’s Testaccio District Discover Testaccio, Rome’s vibrant and historic neighbourhood’s culinary delights with our exclusive Testaccio Food Tour. Immerse yourself in the flavours and culture of this iconic district. Explore Testaccio’s gems and savour its delectable cuisine. Start from Metro Piramide, where you’ll explore the oldest pyramid in the city and delve into the heart of Testaccio’s rich cultural and culinary offerings.

You'll join one of our local Rome hosts for a food tour around historic Testaccio, an edgy neighborhood that reads like a grid of old-school trattorias and trendy street food joints (hopefully while wearing your stretchiest trousers). You'll eat your way around the district where the Cucina Romana was born – since after all, the best way to discover a new culture is through its food. You’ll feast on the hyper-local and seasonal dishes which Rome is famous for and discover regional and seasonal produce while also trying some local pizza. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Rome by night tour is a unique experience to know the beauties of the eternal city. The tour provides the beginning and the end where the client wants to go in Piazza San Pietro, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the view of Rome from the Gianicolo and Monte Aventino, Castel Sant'Angelo. The customer will also be brought to drink in one of the most beautiful places in Rome where he will find only the cool Roman people. The tour includes welcome present, hats, drinks and snacks. It will be one of the most beautiful experiences of your life !!! Rome at night is fascinating and completely different from the day.

While we are all familiar with typical Italian dishes such as pizza and gelato, only a few non-Italians have ever heard of “suppli”, “saltimbocca alla Romana” or “maritozzo”. Besides coffee, pasta, and gelato, you will get to taste the real Italian and Roman specialties, developed throughout history under different circumstances, but still living and developing today. Join us on this very small-group tour and discover bits and pieces of culinary history that make Italian cuisine what it is today. Meet the local foodie districts: – Testaccio for the morning departures; – Campo de' Fiori and Trastevere for the afternoon departures. – A very small group of a maximum of eight people guaranteed; – More than 15 traditional food tastings (savory and sweet); – Three types of wines, – Learn the secrets and legends of Roman cuisine, – Learn about architectural and artistic surroundings that make Rome an open-air museum. Learn not only what locals eat and drink but also how they do it!

Indulge in the mouth-watering world of Roman cuisine. Escape from the tourist traps of the city center and come join us on a culinary adventure in Testaccio district. We will walk you around the local market and make you sample the REAL Roman food. This tour is designed for foodies and travelers who want to dive into the local culture and try new dishes. You will meet up with the local guide at Trastevere train station ready to start the adventure with a Maritozzo pastry. You will then cross the Tevere river to reach the district of Testaccio. Stretch your belly before you dive into the scents, colors and flavors of the indoor market of Testaccio. Your guide will pick for you the most delicious street foods from selected top quality stalls. You will learn about locals' daily life and food habits as you sip a regional wine and cheer up with new friends. You will sample a local pasta in a magic trattoria carved into the Mount of Testaccio and finish off with a mouth-watering dessert!

Join local historians as we uncover the history of Rome and its most famous residents! These immersive audio guides are the perfect walks for any historical trip to Rome. Wander around the Roman forum to see some brilliant basilicas, towering temples and ancient arches. Walk in the footsteps of emperors as we travel back around 2000 years to the height of the Roman Empire.  Enjoy an unmissable taste of Testaccio in this vibrant food tour of Rome. Wander around this 2000-year-old structure and imagine where gladiators once fought, crowds cheered and Emperors decided the fate of fighters.  Learn about the lifespan of the Roman Empire, from its origins in the 8th century B.C. to its rise as a republic, its transformation during the reign of Julius Caesar and Augustus, its expansion across Europe as an Empire, and finally to the spread of Christianity and the Empire’s eventual fall. Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Testaccio district – eating a mouth watering handmade ice cream Aventino hill – viewpoint of Rome circus maximums and Colosseum the Jewish ghetto – Pizza stop by an ancient bakery Trastevere district visiting and tasting the supplì (local street food)

The tour starts off from the hotel and back.It has a duration of 3-4 hours and includes a beautiful aperitif served with appetizers in cozy place where only Romans socialize. A visit to the Colosseum,  the Trevi Fountain,  the Navona Square and the Pantheon is included. Visitors can get to see the wonderful view of Rome from the Gianicolo and from Aventino,they will also stopover at a typical Italian cafe for a homemade ice-cream and a creamy Cuppucino. This is a small group tour: max 7 people.