Trastevere Local Food Tour in Rome
Join a culinary guide to savor authentic Roman food, such as tasty cheese, pasta, gelato, and wine
Rome’s best flavors aren’t found in guidebooks—they’re tucked away in Trastevere, known only to locals who truly know the neighborhood. With a passionate local foodie guide, our tour brings you straight to these treasured spots. Taste authentic street foods, savor local wines and indulge in artisanal meats and cheeses. End the perfect night with a traditional Roman meal and gelato, just like a true local.
- Meet your guide at Piazza Farnese
- Roman Salumeria
- Baccalà
- Saltimbocca alla Romana
- Homemade pasta
- Digestivo
- Gelato
- End your tour in Trastevere
- After-meal limoncello
- Indulge with gelato
On this super-popular Roman food tour, you'll meet your culinary guide at the fountain on the right side of Piazza Farnese, where you and your small group of 12 or fewer will learn about the rich food culture of Rome's picturesque Trastevere neighborhood. Then head out to the first of four stops at beloved local eateries where you'll discover the true roots of Roman food.
Throughout the tour, you'll visit a traditional family-owned salumeria (deli), try either baccalà (cod fish) or supplì (a traditional Roman snack), enter local trattorias (small restaurant), and sample some of Rome's famous gelato!
Rome Local Food Tour Description
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Culinary walking tour through Trastevere
Four stops with multiple food and wine tastings
Sit-down meal at a local Roman restaurant
End the tour with delicious gelato
A local English-speaking foodie guide
Maximum of 12 people per group
Roman Salumeria
Your first stop will be at a family-owned deli where you'll sample prosciutto, salame, cheeses, and some tasty local wine. This establishment has been serving locals for over 100 years, so they definitely know what they are doing. Learn the difference between parmigiana and pecorino, and prosciutto and salame. After you wash it all down with some local wine, you'll probably want to visit this little shop again to stock up for your trip home.
Street Food of Rome
Many people wonder why baccalà (cod fish) is such a popular dish in Rome, considering they aren't close to the Atlantic where cod is usually found. Well, your guide will share the fascinating history of this local favorite and why it's a popular dish in Trastevere. You'll enjoy another glass of local wine with this local street food favorite.
Please note that from May to September you may be taken to try a traditional supplì instead of baccalà! Supplì is a delightful Roman snack that is sure to become one of your favorite treats during your time in Italy.
An Authentic Roman Meal
Sit down and relax in a friendly restaurant and sample a three-course meal with an antipasto starter, two popular Roman pastas, a traditional meat dish, and local wines. At this sit-down restaurant, you'll be able to rest your feet, enjoy your meal, and learn more about what makes the Eternal City such a popular food destination. No Italian meal is complete without a digestivo, so you'll finish your meal with a limoncello.
The Best Organic Gelato in Trastevere
You didn't think we'd finish a Roman food tour without gelato, did you? If you've been to Italy, regardless of the time of year, you'll know how important it is to end the tour with a gelato. Your guide will help you learn how to spot the best quality gelato as you try some new flavors. From coffee to cheese or pistachio, there's a gelato flavor for everyone.
When you book your tour with us, please contact us if you have any special dietary restrictions so we can do our best to accommodate you.
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Joe Barrett
We loved this Food Tour. The variety and quality of the food was great. We learned a lot about Roman food. But the highlight was our tour guide Ilaria! Her knowledge and passion shown through. Even as we were walking between the different venues she told us interesting things about each area. It touched our hearts that she took us to places she had visited as a child and told us her story. Loved it! Ruth & Joe Barrett
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Tarin Wright
If you want to learn about the food culture of Rome from the locals this is the tour to book! I was in Rome for 4 days, and as a solo traveler, I wanted to include a guided food experience. The tour itself meets in an easy to find location and from there you travel into Trastevere on foot. We had a smaller group of around 11 total and it was a beautiful evening in Rome. Monika was our guide for the evening and she was amazing! She was knowledge, friendly, and funny. We started our journey learning about the history and food culture of the Roman people and our first stop was a Salumeria for some prosciutto and cheese tasting (surprise: there’s wine everywhere!). From there we walked down to check out some street food in the fisherman’s district. The fried fish was AMAZING - or maybe it was just the 10 miles I had walked that day combined with the hunger. Simple and so flavorful.. and of course washed down with more wine. The next stop was dinner! We made our way into the heart of Trastevere and stopped in for a tasting of carbonara and ragú. During dinner you get a chance to truly appreciate Roman culture by stopping to appreciate the experience with your guide and group. We started the tour as strangers but by this time we were sharing stories and toasting drinks to each others health and laughing. I really appreciated that the tour guide, Monika, took time to show us some subtle Roman gestures - for example - how they pour wine or how they toast drinks. She was also sure to be our grandmother during the tour to make sure we all cleaned out plates - which is expected ! So my advice to you is - come open minded, come with an open heart, and above all come with an empty belly because you will leave so full! I was worried about these tours being touristy or gimmicky but each one has genuinely been a unique experience of a lifetime. Thanks again to the tour guy staff, event coordinators, and cool tour guides like Monika. I can’t wait to return and experience Rome again.
Great experience!
Robert Harry
Monika was fantastic! The food, wine, and conversation with the group were wonderful. Monika was very knowledgable and helpful. A great time was had by all. Highly recommend this tour!
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Come hungry and wear comfortable shoes, since you'll be walking between tasting stops.
Do the tasting stops on this tour ever change?
Stops and tastings on this tour are subject to change due to seasonal/holiday venue closures. As the places we frequent on this Trastevere Rome food tour are local institutions and family-run businesses, they can close at any time with little-to-no warning. In this situation, your guide will take you to another popular eatery nearby.
Can I bring my kids and do I have to pay for them?
If your child is under 6 years of age and will not be eating during the tour, you do not need to pay for them. If they will eat food at any stop, please select the "youth" category before checkout and add them to your group in order to save them a seat at the dinner table.
What if I have food allergies, intolerances, or other requirements?
Please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate your needs. We will work with our tour partners to provide you an alternative when possible.
How many glasses of wine will I get?
You'll enjoy three glasses, but in many places, it is served in a carafe which is the typical serving style in Rome. In this case, you might enjoy more than three glasses of wine, but we recommend not overdoing it so you can enjoy your evening (and the following morning).
What to bring?
Come hungry and wear comfortable shoes, since you'll be walking between tasting stops.
Can I still come if I don't drink alcohol?
Yes, you're welcome to come! Just reach out to us directly so we can work with our partners to accommodate your needs.
How much walking is on this tour?
There will be very minimal walking on this tour, with a maximum of 15 minutes walking at a time. There will be 4 stops on this tour so the group will walk to each one however, the pace is very slow!
What restaurants are visited on this tour?
The restaurants are subject to change depending on availability!