Flavors of Rome Private Food Tour
Try an alternative way to visit Rome with a top private guide. Discover the city through its flavors and food with a private tour of Rome’s Market!
Itinerary Highlights
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Campo de’ Fiori Market Tasting: Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, gelato and pastries.
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Traditional Forno Visit: Taste authentic, crispy Roman-style pizza.
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Jewish District Walk: Explore the picturesque historic area established in 1555.
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Portico of Octavia Ruins: See the ancient remains dating back to 27 BC.
Why book this tour
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Taste Local Specialties: Go beyond sightseeing to actively taste the best local Roman foods.
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Local Expert Guide: Your private guide knows the best places for authentic, delicious tastings.
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Campo de’ Fiori Market: Explore this vibrant market and sample olive oils, balsamic vinegar, gelato and pastries.
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Learn Food History: Your guide will explain product origins, culinary importance and fun facts about Italian food.
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Authentic Roman Pizza: Stop at a traditional Forno (bakery) to taste delicious, crispy Roman-style pizza.
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Historical Bonus: Includes a walk through the picturesque Jewish District (Ghetto), one of the city’s oldest areas.
Description
During our Private Tour of Rome’s Market you will not only discover the history of Rome and its culinary traditions: you will actually taste local food!
You will be joined by a private guide: she is a local and she knows the best places to taste delicious specialties in Rome. During your food tour in Rome you will walk with your private guide through medieval cobblestoned alleys and stop at the local Campo de’ Fiori food market. In the area of Campo de Fiori you will taste different types of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, traditional Italian gelato (ice cream) or local pastries. Whilst you taste, your private guide will explain to you the products’ origins, their importance in Italian cooking and many other fun facts about Italian food!
Next in your private tour of Rome’s market you will go to a traditional bakery called a “Forno” in Italian. Inside this food heaven bakers make delicious crispy pizza, roman style, with amazing toppings made of premium natural ingredients. What food tour in Rome would be complete without trying some pizza and finding out what makes the Roman brand of this Italian food-staple distinct?!
During this private tour of Rome’s Market you will get a bonus: a visit to the nearby Jewish district. Located in the Rione Sant’Angelo borough, near the river Tiber, the Jewish Ghetto of Rome was established in 1555 and today is one of the most picturesque areas of the city. Walking through its medieval cobblestoned alleys, you will also see the remains of the Portico of Octavia dating back to 27 BC. Emperor Augustus had it built in honor of her sister Octavia. Don’t forget to buy some tasty treats during your food tour in Rome- a memory of your day and great gifts for your family and friends back home!
Things to know before the tour
We also suggest you wear comfortable shoes, as a moderate amount of walking is involved in this tour.
If you have allergies, please let us know at the time of booking
Important information
Please note: products and tastings may change depending on the season and daily market availability
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation 4 days or earlier prior to the scheduled tour.
No refund will be provided if you cancel your tour within 4 days prior to the scheduled tour.
Meeting point
Included
- 3 hours private guide
- Food Tastings
Excluded
Tips
About the Tour
Offered in English, Spanish, French or German
Duration
3 hours
Level
Easy
Access
Audio
Private Tour
Dates and departures
Everyday except on Sundays and on public holidays
Available morning only due to Market's opening times
Values
- Priority Access and Expert Guidance!
- Local Staff Support
- Encounter Ancient Treasures
- Unravel Hidden Meanings in the Artwork
— What you won’t miss
You Will See

Campo de’ Fiori

Jewish Ghetto
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