Get a taste of true Roman fare while exploring the city’s unique districts on this food walking tour. Follow your local guide—and your appetite—to authentic eateries in the Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, old Jewish Quarter, and Trastevere neighborhood. Learn about Rome’s fascinating history while stopping to sample local, hand-picked specialties including espresso, fresh pizza, fried risotto balls, pastas, salami, cheeses, and creamy gelato. At the end, you'll enjoy a delicious Secret Dish, that will be revealed only on the day of the tour.

Food walking tour of Rome
Follow a foodie guide through diverse neighborhoods like the Trastevere, Jewish ghetto, and Campo de' Fiori
Sample authentic Roman specialties like fresh pizzas and pastas, salami, cheese, and 'suppli' (fried risotto balls)
Indulge your sweet tooth with expertly prepared cappuccino and creamy gelato
Learn about Rome's multilayered history in between bites
Find out on the day of the tour what the Secret Dish is

What's Included

Three different types of homemade Pizza
Supplí: fried risotto balls
Italian cheeses
Cannoli (Italian pastry)
Artisanal gelato
Two Roman pastas
Our delicious Secret Dish
Espresso or cappuccino
Finest Italian wines
Water
Non-alcoholic options

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza Navona, 14, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
We'll meet under the Brazilian flag outside the Brazilian Embassy in Piazza Navona N.14.

End point

Largo di Torre Argentina, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Rome Food Tour ends in Largo di Torre Argentina.

What To Expect

Campo de' Fiori (Pass By)

Palazzo Farnese (Pass By)

Roman Ghetto (Pass By)

Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Pass By)

Portico of Octavia (Pass By)

Area Sacra di Largo Argentina (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Featured review

Curious06613145731

This tour was really fun -- we travelled to so many unique and hidden places in Rome, lead by our tour guide Gaida. She was full of energy and passion for her city and these food shops and that made it so much fun for us. We were so full after eating all this great food. A great way to begin our trip in Rome.Highly recommend it. Thanks Giada for a fun filled time!

Reviews

5.0

746 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

We perform checks on reviews

Showing 1-10 of 746 reviews

Would not do again

Merav_N, Apr 2024

Ok food. The guide had very littel knowledge about the food and the history. I got almost nothing out of the tour. Save your money to another guide.

Highly recommend!

Patricia_B, Apr 2024

Frederico was a great guide! He was very knowledgeable and extremely witty! Our family of 5 really enjoyed seeing parts of Rome that we would have otherwise missed.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you, Patricia, for your wonderful recommendation! We're delighted to hear that Federico made your Rome Walking Food Tour even more memorable. We'd love to welcome you to explore our food tours again.

Our guide was 5 stars, but Viator only gets 4

Kimberly_H, Apr 2024

Our tour guide, Rosie, was wonderful, engaging, and fun. So much delicious food! She deserves a 5 star review. Unfortunately, our Viator voucher said the tour was 2.5 hours when it was actually 3.5 hours. We had to miss the last hour due to another scheduled tour. Rosie was amazing and made sure the dessert venue allowed us to stop by later for our gelato and cannoli, and whatsapped us with the google maps link, but we missed a pasta stop and didn't get the full experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for your review, Kimberly. Our commitment to providing an exceptional experience is unwavering, and your input helps us refine and elevate our tours. We're grateful for your kind words and look forward to welcoming you on another gastronomic adventure!

Incredible!

Alison_R, Apr 2024

All the incredible food, our personable tour guide. It was so much fun! Our bellies were happily full!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours. Remember, we're present in over 60 cities worldwide, so wherever your travels take you next, we'll be there to share more culinary delights with you!

Excellent tour with plenty to learn and eat!

Archi_P, Mar 2024

Our guide Roci was incredible! She offered so much information about the history of Rome and its many sites, as well as modern culture and daily life. She walked us into several places for coffee, pizza, pasta, and sweets without us having to investigate options. Along the way we learned a lot about architecture and moments of historic significance. My teens and I absolutely loved this tour and highly recommend!

Must Do

Nicole_S, Mar 2024

Massi was amazing! What a fun day!! We got to try different foods, while exploring the city more in depth! Great tour!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you, Nicole, for your kind words! We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon.

A great time and great food!

melanie_P, Feb 2024

What an incredible time we had! Rosio was amazing and had so many great little tidbits about Rome and the food. A great way to see the city and enjoy some delicious food. Highlight was for sure the gelato at the end for me!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

It's our pleasure to have hosted you, Melanie! Rome truly is a beautiful city to explore, and we're delighted you got to experience it with us. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to welcoming you back!

Fantastic tour

Kyle_K, Jan 2024

Our tour guide Max was fantastic. We booked as a small tour but ended with a with a private tour. He was great and showed us the ins and outs. Couldn’t recommend this tour enough

Response from Host, Jan 2024

We're glad knowing you had an awesome journey with Massimiliano, Kyle! Our team definitely takes pride in going above and beyond expectations, and we appreciate your kind words. We're grateful for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again on our tours!

Seeing the neighborhoods,...

Terry_A, Oct 2023

Seeing the neighborhoods, although it would have been good to see another neighborhood too. Trying different types of food The “fast food” spot was fun.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback, Terry! We value your insights, and we hope you'll join us again to explore more flavors and neighborhoods. Secret Food Tours is present in over 60 cities worldwide - so there are plenty of opportunities to embark on another culinary adventure with us!

Wonderful food tour!

Jeanine_M, Oct 2023

Massi was amazing! Fabulous guide and wonderful food and historical information as well. We got to see so many authentic places.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for your feedback, Jeanine! Your comments reinforce our commitment to providing memorable food tours in Rome. If you're ever planning to explore more cities, remember that Secret Food Tours operates in over 60 destinations worldwide - ensuring you can savor more culinary adventures. We look forward to hosting you again soon!

Enjoyable experience!

Gillian_C, Sep 2023

We enjoyed this tour! The food was plentiful! We especially loved the pizza, suppli, and pasta! Our guide was kind as well! We would have loved to learn more about the history of the neighborhoods and the foods.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thanks for the review, Gillian! We love that you had a great time and got to enjoy the awesome selections that we curated for our guests. Your positive comments reinforces our efforts to providing excellent food tours. We invite you to join us again on one of our tours in over 60 cities worldwide. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with another delightful culinary adventure!

Bring your appetite food tour!

Curt_J, Sep 2023

Frederico was very knowledgeable and personable. Gave us entertaining information and stories about where we were and what we were eating. Great tour that has walking with breaks for eating and sitting.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, Curt! At Secret Food Tours, we take pride in curating tours that not only showcase the delicious selections of Rome, but also provide a deeper understanding of the local culture and history. It's wonderful knowing that Federico's entertaining narratives added value to your tour. Thank you once again for choosing Secret Food Tours, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Walking Food Tour

MARY_C, Sep 2023

Rico was funny, friendly and very knowledgeable. I had the opportunity to try some foods I always wanted to try with great company. And ..she helped me find a place to replace my lost computer. That's FULL service

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for your kind feedback, Mary! We appreciate your kind words and are pleased to hear that Federico provided an enjoyable and informative experience during your food tour. Our team takes pride in ensuring our guests have memorable moments and make meaningful connections during our tours. Federico's friendly and knowledgeable approach exemplifies our commitment to delivering exceptional food experiences. Should you ever find yourself exploring another city, do keep in mind that Secret Food Tours operates in over 60 locations worldwide, ready to offer you another culinary adventure!

Great tour

Bianca_H, Jul 2023

Lots of food for all, not heaps of walking and got some history. The tour guide was super friendly and lovely

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you so much for your kind review, Bianca! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Secret Food Tours. We work hard to provide a wide variety of food options, minimize walking distances, and ensure a good balance of historical information. Our team of tour guides takes pride in being friendly and lovely, and we're glad you had a positive interaction with them. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic tour with us!

Walking food tour

chantel54, Jul 2023

Massi was a wonderful guide, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Suppli was definitely the best bite and canolli a close runner up. I would not spend the extra 17.50 euro each for the alcohol package.

Federico was lovely! We...

Lydia_K, Jul 2023

Federico was lovely! We enjoyed several of the places he took us to. Thanks for a great experience! We would have liked to hear more history about why the dishes are so popular or where they came from.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

That is wonderful to hear! We're so glad that you enjoyed the places Federico took you to! He does indeed know a lot of stories behind the local cuisine and we would be more than happy to provide that information in the future!

Excellent

Aimee_N, Jun 2023

Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Treated us like family. The food was exceptional! Got to see a beautiful and historic area of Rome.

Wonderful

Rachael_R, Jun 2023

Amazing and memorable, our guide Rocia was not only an absolute delight but knowledgeable of every aspect of our tour. Food and wine were incredible and the tucked away trattoria was a hidden gem. Highly recommend

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you so much for the kind words! We pride ourselves on being able to provide amazing experiences like the one you have described and are so happy to hear that you enjoyed Rocia's knowledge, as well as the food and wine!

Anyone should experience a food tour

Cynthia_B, Jun 2023

My boyfriend and I make it our mission to go on a food tour when traveling to better experience the culture. This tour did not disappoint! We had a such an enjoyable time with our group and more importantly by our guide, Rocio. She went out of her way to make the most of our time and added her own special touches to the experience that came out of her own pocket- like our refreshing white wine with fresh peaches from the market!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

We're delighted to hear that you and your boyfriend had such a fantastic experience on our food tour! It's wonderful that you both prioritize food tours as a means of immersing yourselves in the local culture. We're thrilled that this tour lived up to your expectations. Rocio sounds like an exceptional guide, going above and beyond to ensure you had a memorable time. Her personal touches, such as the refreshing white wine with fresh peaches from the market, truly added an extra touch of magic to your experience. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future!

A lot of food and a lot of fun

Cassandra_F, May 2023

Massimiliano was an excellent host - very entertaining and knowledgeable. Great variety of food (although three pizzas and two pastas is a LOT) but I’m definitely so glad we took this tour.

Response from Host, May 2023

I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with Massimiliano as your host! It sounds like he was not only entertaining but also knowledgeable, which is always a winning combination. Having a host who can captivate and educate at the same time truly enhances the overall tour experience. Now, regarding the food, it seems like Massimiliano made sure to provide a great variety for you to enjoy. While three pizzas and two pastas may sound like a lot, it's fantastic to hear that you still appreciated the culinary offerings. Italian cuisine is known for its rich diversity, and it seems like Massimiliano wanted to showcase that to the fullest. It's great to know that you were glad you took this tour. Exploring a city's culinary scene through a guided tour can be an excellent way to discover hidden gems and learn about the local culture. It seems like Massimiliano succeeded in delivering an enjoyable and memorable experience for you. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback, and I hope you have many more fantastic adventures in the future!