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Rome Culinary Walking Tour

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  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Rome’s food traditions on a self-guided walk, with stories of pizza, carbonara, olive oil, and local spots along the way.

About this tour

Follow Rome’s culinary story from Ponte Sisto into the historic center on a self-guided walk led by the audio expertise of travel specialist Massimo Porcelli. This 90-minute Rome Culinary Walking Tour pairs local flavors with the history, architecture, and traditions that shaped the city’s food culture.

Explore the character of extra virgin olive oil, Italy’s “green gold,” and learn how Roman pizza differs from its Neapolitan counterpart. Hear about locally cured meats and cheeses, the mysterious origins of carbonara, and the Roman roots of aperitivo. At Campo de’ Fiori, discover the tradition of primizie, then pass food spots including Forno Campo de’ Fiori, Roscioli Caffè, Da Francesco, Supplizio, and Il Goccetto. Along the way, stories of artists such as Bernini add another layer to the streetscape.

Use the app’s audio, maps, and geodata offline, and explore at your own pace. Food and drinks are not included, leaving you free to choose where to stop. Take this Rome Culinary Walking Tour to build a richer appreciation of local cuisine and learn how to order like a Roman.

Highlights

  • Trace the history and traditions behind Roman cuisine
  • Compare Roman and Neapolitan pizza styles
  • Uncover the mysterious origins of carbonara
  • Explore Campo de’ Fiori and its local food culture
  • Get tips on where to enjoy Roman specialties

What's included

Included

  • Lifetime access to the English-language tour before and after booking
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Android and iOS app
  • Self-guided GPS tour with flexible pacing
  • Directions to the starting point

Not included

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for attractions not included in the tour
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

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Important information

  • Start at Ponte Sisto
  • Install the mobile app and enter the code on your confirmation ticket before arrival
  • Detailed starting-point instructions are available after downloading the app
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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