Private Trastevere Food Tour from Civitavecchia Port

Q: "Is this tour family-friendly?")

"Yes. Kids often enjoy the street food stops and gelato, though some tastings include wine for adults only.")

Q: "How much walking is involved?")

"Expect moderate walking across city streets, including stretches between tastings and to the basilica.")

Q: "Is lunch included?")

"Yes, a full Roman lunch with wine is part of the experience.")

Q: "Are dietary restrictions accommodated?")

"Yes, most dietary needs can be accommodated. Please reach out to us after booking so we can make proper arrangements.")

See the Pantheon, sample iconic street food, and sip regional wine during a multi-course lunch

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· 7.50h · Rome, Italy

Private Trastevere Food Tour from Civitavecchia Port

Perfect for travelers who want a richer, tastier look at Rome, this private food tour is all about real Roman cooking with a side of iconic landmarks. After brief visits to the Pantheon and Piazza Navona, your local guide leads you through Trastevere for hot supplì, crisp fried cod, warm bakery breads, handmade pasta, and creamy organic gelato. With thoughtful tastings, neighborhood stories, and comfortable transport, you’ll end the day feeling like you’ve experienced Rome at its most authentic.

What You Get With This Tour

Expert, English-speaking guide
Private transport
Street food tastings
Bakery stop
Roman lunch
Wine tasting
Gelato tasting
Guide tips
Extra food and drink purchases

Tour Itinerary

1

Meet your guide at Civitavecchia Port
Step off the ship and look for your private tour leader, waiting nearby with a private vehicle. The ride into Rome gives you time to settle in while your guide shares what the day looks like. It’s an easy, no-stress way to start.
2

Piazza Navona
A short walk brings you to Piazza Navona, built over an ancient racetrack. You admire its sculpted fountains and lively corners while learning how the square shifted from imperial arena to Baroque showpiece.
3

Trastevere food tastings
From there, you cross the river into Trastevere for your first bites. Near Piazza Trilussa, you try hot supplì and crisp filetto di baccalà, two staples of Roman street food. Your guide explains how locals grab these snacks before heading home or meeting friends.
4

Bakery and specialty stops
Next, you wander toward Campo de’ Fiori for warm breads from Il Forno, a long-running neighborhood bakery. Optional stops at Caramella or Pancrazio let you sample sweets or local specialties at your own expense.
5

Traditional Roman lunch
By lunchtime, you’re ready to sit down at Da Vittorio. Handmade pasta arrives with regional wine, giving you a deeper feel for Roman ingredients and cooking styles. Your guide adds tips on dining customs and why certain dishes appear only in specific seasons.
6

Gelato
Then it’s time for gelato at a local favorite spot known for organic ingredients and inventive flavors. Learn how to spot artisanal gelaterias and what sets them apart from mass-produced shops.
7

Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
A short walk through cobbled lanes leads you to one of Rome’s oldest churches. Inside, take in shimmering medieval mosaics and a marble-lined nave that feels surprisingly peaceful. Your guide helps you connect the basilica’s history to the surrounding neighborhood.
8

Your tour finishes at Civitavecchia Port
Your driver brings you back to the port in time for your cruise departure. You return feeling well-fed and more connected to Rome’s culinary traditions.

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted to be wheelchair or mobility accessible. Please contact us after making the booking to make the proper arrangements.
Please note: The itinerary of a private tour can be adjusted to your needs. Please reach out if you do not see a start time that fits for your party. We would be happy to check with our ticketing team to see if we can accommodate you.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants should be of legal drinking age in Italy (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.