Rome: Experience Food, Wine and Local Life with a true Roman

About this tour

A three-hour food tour through Rome's neighbourhood trattorias and wine bars, guided by a local resident who steers you away from touristy piazzas. You'll eat your way through traditional Roman dishes and regional wines whilst learning how the city's culinary heritage shaped everyday life. The route weaves through historic streets, connecting food to the neighbourhoods where Romans actually live and eat.

Highlights

• Hidden trattorias where locals queue for lunch
• Regional wines paired with each course
• Stories linking dishes to Roman history and culture
• Insider knowledge on where Romans source their groceries
• Three hours of walking through atmospheric backstreets
• Dinner included with multiple tastings

What to expect

You'll spend the afternoon on foot, stopping at 4–5 small restaurants and wine bars. Each stop involves tasting a dish or regional wine whilst your guide discusses its origins and place in Roman food culture. Expect narrow streets, occasional stairs, and the rhythm of a proper Italian meal—unhurried and social. You're not rushing through a buffet; you're sitting or standing at bars, eating as Romans do. Bring an appetite and comfortable shoes.

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