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Rome City Center Street Food Tour with Local Guide

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Small Group Available
This experience can be booked as a small group option. Enjoy a more intimate setting while sharing the tour with a limited number of guests.
Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.

Tour Description

Savor Rome’s flavors on the oldest food and sightseeing tour of the city center of Rome. Explore Campo de’ Fiori market the Jewish Ghetto and other sites while tasting pizza, supplì, zucchini flowers and more.

Key Information

  • Experience Small Group, Private, Walking
  • Guided by Licensed national tour guide
  • Duration 2.5 hours
  • Starting times (Small Group) 8 PM, 12 AM
  • Starting times (Private) Morning, Afternoon, Customizable
  • Languages English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
  • Pickup options Not available for this tour

Highlights

  • Stroll through Campo de’ Fiori market and meet local vendors
  • Taste cheese, cured meats, seasonal fruit, and wine
  • Explore the historic Jewish Ghetto and see the Synagogue
  • Sample Roman-Jewish specialties like fried artichokes
  • Enjoy authentic pizza al taglio and traditional supplì
  • Visit Largo di Torre Argentina, site of Julius Caesar’s assassination
  • End with delicious artisanal gelato at a family-run gelateria
  • Blend of food tastings, history, and sightseeing in Rome’s historic center

Itinerary

  • 1
    1

    Campo de’ Fiori – Market Tasting

    Meet your guide in the lively market square. Taste seasonal fruit, local cheeses, cured meats, and a sip of regional wine while learning about Roman food traditions.

  • 2
    2

    Jewish Ghetto – History & Street Food

    Walk through one of Rome’s most historic neighborhoods. See the Theater of Pompey, Rome’s Synagogue, and ancient ruins while sampling Roman-Jewish specialties like fried zucchini flowers or artichokes

  • 3
    3

    Pizza & Supplì Stop

    Visit a traditional pizzeria for a slice of Rome’s best pizza al taglio, followed by a supplì, the city’s signature fried rice ball stuffed with tomato and mozzarella.

  • 4
    4

    Torre di Largo Argentina – Ancient Rome & Cats

    Discover the archaeological remains where Julius Caesar was assassinated, now home to Rome’s famous cat sanctuary.

  • 5
    5

    Artisanal Gelato Tasting

    End on a sweet note at a family-run gelateria. Meet the owner, learn how authentic gelato is made, and enjoy a refreshing scoop of Rome’s finest ice cream.

Full Description

What better way to enjoy Rome than combining sightseeing with food tasting in one unforgettable experience? On this 2.-hour food tour, you’ll taste your way through the city’s most delicious street foods while exploring the impressive sights of historic Rome. As you stroll through the streets, sample zucchini flowers, supplì, pastries, pizza, and much more.

The tour begins in the lively Campo de' Fiori, one of Rome’s most famous market squares. Here you’ll meet your guide and some of the local vendors at their stalls. Enjoy tastings of cheese, cured meats, seasonal fruit, wine, and other regional specialties. From there, head to the Jewish Ghetto and the nearby Theater of Pompey to see Rome’s synagogue and the remains of several ancient Roman buildings.

Along the way, you’ll try some of Rome’s best pizza and the city’s favorite street snack, the supplì—a crispy fried rice ball filled with tomato sauce and mozzarella. Absolutely delicious!

The tour continues to Torre di Largo Argentina, the site of Julius Caesar’s assassination. Nearby, visit a family-run gelateria, meet the owner, and discover how authentic Italian gelato is made—before enjoying a scoop of Rome’s finest.

This tour is the perfect way to discover the sights of Rome while savoring a light meal. Available at both lunch and dinner times—just remember to come hungry!

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What is included

Included

  • Expert local food and history guide
  • Multiple food tastings, including: Seasonal fruit, cheese, cured meats, and wine at Campo de’ Fiori market Roman-Jewish specialties such as fried zucchini flowers (seasonal) Pizza al taglio and traditional supplì Sweet treat at a family-run artisanal gelateria
  • Small-group or private experience for a more personal touch

Not included

  • Extra Drinks
  • Gratuities (optional but appreciated for the guide)
  • Transportation to and between sites (the tour is entirely a walking experience)

Recommendations

Tips and Tricks

  • Come hungry – the tastings add up to a generous light meal.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour covers cobblestone streets.
  • Let us know in advance about any dietary restrictions or allergies so tastings can be adapted.
  • The tour is suitable for families with children, who often enjoy the pizza and gelato stops most.
  • Tours run at lunch or dinner time – choose according to your schedule and appetite.
  • Important: For the small-group option, please arrive on time for the tour departure. The guide cannot delay the start out of respect for other participants who have arrived punctually. Late arrivals may risk missing the tour without refund.

Not suitable for

  • Visitors with severe food allergies (cross-contamination may occur)
  • Travelers with mobility issues, as the tour involves walking on cobblestones and uneven streets
  • Guests who prefer a full sit-down meal instead of multiple street food tastings (in this case check one of our food and wine sitted tours)

Reviews

Rating: 5 / 5

Based on 2 reviews

  • Paul H. United States

    Our guide was super friendly and enthusiastic. We got to try so many local specialties, and everything was delicious! 100% recommended

  • Felix H. United States

    We tried so many local specialties and learned a lot about the city. The food was amazing!

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Rome City Center Street Food Tour with Local Guide

Small Group Available
This experience can be booked as a small group option. Enjoy a more intimate setting while sharing the tour with a limited number of guests.
Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.
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Small Group - 45 € p.p. Private - 95 € p.p.
Small Group - 53 $ p.p. Private - 112 $ p.p.
Small Group - 39 £ p.p. Private - 83 £ p.p.
Small Group - 74 CA$ p.p. Private - 155 CA$ p.p.
Small Group - 80 A$ p.p. Private - 169 A$ p.p.

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Your tour guides in Rome

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Maria

Tour Guide in: English, Italian

Maria is a delightful guide who weaves together culture, art, and food—turning every tour into a rich journey of flavors, stories, and beauty.

Qualifications

  • Official Licensed Guide
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Fabrizia

Tour Guide in: English, Italian, Spanish

Fabrizia is a true food and wine expert—she guides you through local flavors and traditions, making every tasting a delicious journey into the city’s soul.

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Greta

Tour Guide in: English, Italian, Spanish

Greta is passionate about Rome’s food culture—she introduces authentic tastes and stories, turning each stop into a flavorful discovery of the city.

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Mattia

Tour Guide in: English, Italian

Mattia is deeply connected to Rome’s culinary traditions—he shares genuine flavors and local stories, making every bite a tasty step into the city’s heritage.

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