ROME ANCIENT FOOD TOUR

The Rome Ancient Food Tour is a guided culinary walking experience that blends historic exploration with authentic Roman gastronomy. This tour takes you through the heart of Rome’s ancient centre — including areas near the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and historic market streets — while stopping at traditional eateries to enjoy iconic Italian foods such as supplì, pizza, gelato, local pastries, cured meats, cheeses and wine. Alongside tastings, your expert English-speaking guide shares local food stories, traditional recipes and insights into Roman food culture, making this tour ideal for food lovers and travellers seeking to explore Rome through its flavours as well as its history.

Tour Program

Meeting & Introduction in Rome
Begin in central Rome with a warm welcome from your guide, who will introduce the day’s culinary journey, explain meeting logistics, and share key insights into Roman food culture.

Supplì Tasting Stop
Start with a tasting of supplì, a classic Roman street food of rice, tomato and mozzarella, fried to crispy perfection — an iconic Roman snack.

Roman Pizza Slice Stop
Continue with a stop for an authentic Roman pizza slice, known for its thin, crispy crust and local toppings. Learn about Rome’s pizza tradition and regional variations.

Historic Market Visit & Local Delicacies
Wander through a lively Roman food market, sampling cured meats, artisanal cheeses, bruschetta, olive oil and other local specialties. Your guide will share stories behind the flavours and ingredients used in traditional Roman cooking.

Pasta Sampling in a Traditional Trattoria
Enjoy a sampling portion of classic Roman pasta dishes — such as cacio e pepe or amatriciana — in a traditional trattoria. Tasting portions allow you to experience multiple signature dishes without feeling full too early.

Gelato & Sweet Treat Stop
Continue with a visit to one of Rome’s renowned gelaterias for gelato tasting, featuring seasonal flavours and traditional preparation methods.

Wine & Dessert Pairing
Finish your culinary journey with a local wine tasting paired with a sweet dessert — such as tiramisu or a traditional Italian pastry — while enjoying the atmosphere of Rome’s ancient streets.

Conclusion & Free Time
The tour concludes at a central historic location in Rome, leaving you free to continue exploring, relax at a café, or visit nearby sites at your own pace.

Included

Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
Guided tasting stops featuring local Roman foods.
Sampling of supplì, pizza slice, cured meats, cheeses, pasta dishes, gelato, wine and dessert.

Excluded

Lunch or dinner outside of included tastings.
Hotel pickup/drop-off.
Additional beverages outside of included tastings.
Personal expenses and gratuities.
Travel insurance.

Important Notes

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the tour involves significant walking in historic streets.
Menu items may vary slightly due to seasonal availability and local changes.
Please notify the guide of dietary restrictions before the tour.
Portions are sampling size to allow multiple tastings throughout the tour.