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Testaccio Food Tour with Roman Pasta and Market Tastings

4.9 · 1,786 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Eating Europe Food Tours Rome Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h 30m
Group
Group size varies by option: small group from €109 · private from €174
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
10:00, 10:30, 11:15 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Testaccio, the neighbourhood Romans eat in: the market, a bruschetta you build from the vendors' tomatoes, all three Roman pastas, carbonara, amatriciana and cacio e pepe, and a gelateria old enough to explain what fake gelato looks like.

Tastings, wine and beer are included at €109 per person, tips and pickup are not. Not for severe food allergies.

In our comparison: #126 of 197 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Small-group Food Tour (12 pax)The page priceTaste 9 Roman classics, from market bites to three legendary pastas and gelato, paired with wine and beer along the way. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes€109
Upgrade to a Private Food TourSavor 9 Roman tastings, three pastas, wine, and beer with a dedicated guide just for your group, at your own pace. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes€174 for 2+ people

Children from €89 (ages 4 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Enjoy 9 carefully selected food tastings, including market bites, along with Italian wine and beer
  • Try Rome’s three iconic pastas, carbonara, amatriciana, and cacio e pepe
  • Step into a 105-year-old gelateria, and learn the difference between the real and fake gelato
  • Make your own bruschetta with fresh tomatoes from local vendors at Testaccio market in Rome
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Gratuities / Tips for guides
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks

Reviews

4.9
1,786 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,764 of 1,786

Star breakdown of all 1,786 ratings

5 stars
1,688 · 95%
4 stars
76 · 4%
3 stars
10 · 1%
2 stars
9 · 1%
1 star
3 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise varied food, neighbourhood insights and friendly guides; no recurring caveat emerges from the supplied reviews

Praised

  • Friendly guides who explain Roman food and Testaccio's history
  • Varied tastings across delis, market stalls and local restaurants
  • Exploring a residential neighbourhood away from the busiest tourist areas
  • Generous portions, with pasta and gelato drawing particular praise
  • Attentive handling of dietary preferences and requirements

Complaints

  • No complaint is repeated across the supplied reviews

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (23 April 2026 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag! · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:00, 10:30, 11:15 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Eating Europe Food Tours Rome; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included for children aged 3 and under. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food included ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Children from €89 ages 4 to 12

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Food Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #126 of 197€1093h 30m4.92 (1786)varies by option
Rome Afternoon Sightseeing Vespa Sidecar Tour with Gourmet Gelato€1494h5.0 (742)shared
Rome Pasta Making Class with Sauces and Wine Included (gf option)€853h4.99 (906)shared
Rome: 3 Spritz Cocktails & Fresh Pasta Cooking Class€593h4.98 (1838)shared

Ranked #126 of 197 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €373, median €80; typical length 3h. 26 of 197 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 197 Food Tours

From €109 per adult · Small-group Food Tour (12 pax)