Trastevere Local Food Tour in Rome

Join a culinary guide to savor authentic Roman food, such as tasty cheese, pasta, gelato, and wine

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· 3.00h · Rome, Italy

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.

A group of tourists eating pasta in a restaurant in Rome.

A group of tourists in Piazza Farnese with their guide from The Tour Guy.

A group of tourists looking at fresh deli meats and cheeses while listening to their guide from The Tour Guy.

Two women having their picture taken on Ponte Sisto in Rome.

A couple enjoying their food while on a tour with The Tour Guy.

A group of tourists walking through Trastevere at night while on tour with The Tour Guy.

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Two women having their picture taken while drinking limoncello.

A group of tourists eating gelato while on a tour with The Tour Guy.

Meet your guide at Piazza Farnese
Roman Salumeria
Baccalà
Saltimbocca alla Romana
Homemade pasta

Digestivo
Gelato
End your tour in Trastevere

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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What you get with this tour

Passionate English-speaking guide
Trastevere neighborhood
Roman deli and baccalà
Sit-down dinner with wine
Gelato
Group size of 12
Guide gratuity
Pick-up
Wheelchair accessible

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29 September 2025

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Ingrid Garton

Our tour guide gave us an excellent tour as he interacted with tourists and business owners with warmth and passion. He provided a very informative, fun and exciting tour.

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Trastevere Local Food Tour in Rome

27 September 2025

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William DeFrese

We really enjoyed our walking local food tour in Trastevere, not only the different foods we sampled, but we were lucky to have a terrific guide who knew the area very well and made the tour special.

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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!