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Rome Tiber River Ride and Food Tasting

TourTruth score 5.7 out of 10

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  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise the Tiber through historic Rome, then savor Italian specialties and wine inside a 1st-century Roman cistern.

About this tour

See Rome from the water, then settle in for a generous tasting of Italian specialties and wine. This Rome Tiber River Ride and Food Tasting pairs a cruise through the historic center with a visit to Fabullus Wine Cellar, set inside an authentic 1st-century Roman cistern in Trastevere.

Board near Ponte Sant’Angelo and admire the city from the Tiber. The boat ticket is valid for one ride, with departures every 30 minutes from 10:00 to 18:00. At the cellar, expert staff introduce a spread of cheeses, cured meats, ham, olives, bread, extra-virgin olive oil, and Roman pizza. Taste honey and jams with the cheeses, then pair the food with a glass of Prosecco and four Italian wines: two whites and two reds. The menu features seasonal products and Italian specialties.

Choose the boat-and-tasting option for both experiences, or select the tasting alone. The Rome Tiber River Ride and Food Tasting offers an easy way to combine riverside views with the flavors of Italy. Book your preferred option and enjoy Rome one sip and bite at a time.

Highlights

  • Cruise the Tiber past Rome’s historic center
  • Taste Italian cheeses, cured meats, olive oil, bread, and Roman pizza
  • Pair regional specialties with Prosecco and four Italian wines
  • Visit Fabullus Wine Cellar inside a 1st-century Roman cistern

What's included

Included

  • Tiber River boat ticket when the boat-and-tasting option is selected
  • Water and presentation by expert staff
  • Three types of olives, three qualities of bread, extra-virgin olive oil, and Roman pizza (focaccia)
  • One glass of Prosecco and four glasses of Italian wine: two white and two red
  • Cheeses, cured meats, ham, and seasonal accompaniments
  • Honey and jams paired with cheeses and a small dessert

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Tour guide service on the river boat
  • Baby seats
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tiber River boat ride with the food-and-wine-only option

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Important information

  • The booked time is for the tasting at Fabullus Wine Cellar, not the boat departure
  • The tasting takes place at Fabullus Wine Cellar, not on the boat
  • The boat ticket is valid for one ride; departures are available every 30 minutes from 10:00 to 18:00
  • Board at Ponte Sant’Angelo; the recommended route ends at Tiber Island Pier, about 500 meters from the wine cellar
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  • Provide a valid phone number and report food allergies or intolerances when booking
  • Arrive on time; delays over 20 minutes may result in cancellation of the tasting
  • Not suitable for children under 7 or infants
  • Not recommended for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Vegan options are available only on request and subject to availability; not recommended for people with diabetes

Frequently asked questions

Is the boat ride included?

The boat ride is included only with the boat-and-tasting option. The food-and-wine-only option does not include a boat ticket.

Where does the tasting take place?

The tasting takes place at Fabullus Wine Cellar, inside a 1st-century Roman cistern, not on the boat.

When does the booked time apply?

Your booked time is the start of the tasting at Fabullus Wine Cellar, not the boat departure time.

Where can I board the boat?

Board at Ponte Sant’Angelo. The ticket is valid for one ride, with departures every 30 minutes from 10:00 to 18:00.

Can I share food allergies or request vegan options?

Report allergies or intolerances when booking. Vegan options are available only on request and subject to availability.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.03 from 34 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Rome
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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.7.

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