Best Food & Wine Experiences in Rome

Join Debora and her daughter Fiamma for a delightful Roman dinner at the top of the Gianicolo hill! The 3-course meal will be served with local wine and love, and you'll dine on their beautiful balcony. What a treat for couples and groups, who want a taste of the local culture with their dinner. Fiamma and Debora are wonderful and experienced hosts, always willing to share stories about their life in Rome. They'll be only too happy to teach you about Italian traditions, customs and the history behind each dish. This is the perfect experience to meet people too, as their table fits up to 25 guests!

Take a self-guided food tour through Rome's Mercato Trionfale. Start with a quick orientation from a local who explains how the tour works and points out highlights in the market. Using an audio guide, see at your own pace and learn about the traditions behind the local foods. Enjoy four different food samples and three wine pairings. Taste local Lazio wine, learn about winemaking, and try a fresh tramezzino sandwich. Sample a curated selection of Roman charcuterie and cheese as you hear about where they come from.

Savor crispy supplì, fresh Roman pizza, rich cheeses, cured meats, seasonal fruits, and silky gelato, all while strolling through ancient cobbled streets.. Visit iconic stops like Campo de' Fiori market, hidden gems in the Jewish Ghetto, family-run street food spots, and a local gelateria near Julius Caesar’s assassination site.

Get your tastebuds ready for a culinary adventure through the heart of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. The journey begins with a warm Italian welcome, as your group raises a glass of wine or prosecco, perfectly paired with regional cured meats and cheeses. Next on the menu, visit a family-owned establishment, famed for crafting the most scrumptious supplì in Rome for the past forty years! Along the way, pause at a beloved local haunt for a taste of Rome's favored cocktail, the Aperol spritz. Step into a charming wine bar, where a tasting of three bruschette varieties, matched with the choicest red and white wines, awaits. As night falls, retreat to a traditional trattoria for a family-style pasta feast, accompanied by yet more exquisite wine, followed by gelato. You'll be dining like a true Roman on this tour!

Begin or end your trip to the Eternal City by hopping on this one-way bus transfer between Vatican City and Rome Fiumicino Airport. This high-frequency service, arriving every 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, is a speedy and budget-friendly way to shuttle between the airport and the iconic sights of the Vatican. Climb aboard and spend your 40-minute journey relaxing in comfy coaches with air-conditioning and free high-speed Wi-Fi to help you stay connected. The coach also has plenty of space for you to store your luggage, so you don’t have to worry about any baggage getting left behind. Schedule From Vatican City to Rome Fiumicino Airport First bus: 4:20am Last bus: 8:20pm Frequency: 40 minutes to 1.5 hours Duration: 40 minutes From Rome Fiumicino Airport to Vatican City First bus: 6:30am Last bus: 9:15pm Frequency: 30 minutes to 1.5 hours Duration: 40 minutes

See Rome’s ancient Catacombs and the historic Appian Way in comfort on a 3-hour small-group golf cart tour with an expert English-speaking guide. Getting Started Meet your guide just a 5-minute walk from Termini Central Train Station, where they’ll be waiting with a “Wheel Tours” sign. After a brief introduction, you’ll board your golf cart and receive a quick overview of the route before setting off. What to Expect Rome: Catacombs and Appian Way Golf Cart Small-Group Tour This tour combines the intrigue of Rome’s underground catacombs with a scenic journey along the Appian Way, one of the city’s oldest and most important roads. Your guide shares insights into the city’s layered history as you travel between sites in a small group. Features Catacombs of Rome: Descend into a sacred underground burial site, where early Christians created intricate networks of tunnels and chambers. The catacombs maintain a constant temperature of about 15°C (59°F) and offer a unique perspective on ancient Roman religious practices. Appian Way: Travel along this historic Roman road, once a vital route for military and trade, and see original stone paving that has endured for centuries. Golf cart comfort: Enjoy the city’s highlights without the fatigue of walking, making stops at key attractions while your guide provides historical context and answers questions. Small-group experience: Benefit from a more personal atmosphere, allowing for easier interaction with your guide and fellow travelers. Note: The Catacombs are not wheelchair accessible and involve descending and ascending 50 irregular steps. The tour is not recommended for those with claustrophobia or serious walking difficulties.

Step into the Doria Pamphilj Gallery and see one of Rome’s grandest hidden gems, home to the city’s largest private art collection. Your ticket offers skip-the-line entry and an audio guide app, giving you the freedom to see the opulent palace rooms and world-class masterpieces at your own pace167. Getting started Once you book your ticket, you’ll receive all the details you need for a smooth visit. Simply arrive at your reserved time slot, skip the lines, and pick up your audio guide app to start your journey through centuries of art and history. What to expect Wander through golden halls, silk-draped drawing rooms, and frescoed corridors that have belonged to the Doria Pamphilj family for centuries. The gallery’s walls are lined floor-to-ceiling with over 650 paintings, including masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, and the iconic “Portrait of Pope Innocent X” by Velázquez-considered one of the greatest portraits ever painted. Your guide will bring the stories of popes, princes, and artists to life, making each room and artwork feel personal and unforgettable. Features Masterpieces on display: See works by Caravaggio, Velázquez, Raphael, and Titian, plus sculptures and antique furnishings. Opulent palace rooms: See lavish galleries, grand ballrooms, and ornate corridors filled with chandeliers and tapestries. Rich family history: Learn about the powerful Doria Pamphilj family and their role in Rome’s history. Charming café and bookshop: Relax in the peaceful courtyard café or browse the bookshop for a perfect end to your visit.

Take an evening bike tour to see more of Rome beyond the main highlights. Ride through the streets of Trastevere, a neighborhood famous for its food and nightlife. Visit medieval and Catholic sites, including St. Peter’s Basilica and Castel Sant’Angelo. Pause at a piazza for a tasting of local red wine (at your own expense) before ending the tour with a ride through Rome’s more upscale areas.

Savour Rome's Authentic Flavours Start your guided street food tour at Rome's marketplace, the Campo de’ Fiori. Originally a site of public executions, today it's teeming with life and the flavors of Italy. Guided by an English-speaking foodie, you'll begin with Panino with porchetta, a mouth-watering Italian pork roast sandwich. Next, indulge in a morning-exclusive tasting of cheese, olive oil, truffle, and vinegar. Whet your appetite further with arancini, a succulent fried rice ball, and traditional Roman pizza, leading up to Roman fried appetizers. See Cultural Heritage Amidst Gastronomy Relish these treats as you stroll through the streets of the Jewish Ghetto steeped in rich history dating back to the 16th century. See the secrets of the city as your guide enthralls you with anecdotal history, showcasing the beautiful Pantheon from the outside. Amidst the intricate labyrinth of lanes, indulge in a traditional Roman fried appetizer, followed by the famed Suppli, a mozzarella, and ragù stuffed delight that reigns as the king of Roman street food. Your culinary journey culminates at one of Rome's best gelaterias, a sweet finale to your tour. As you savor this, learn about the Ghetto's transformation, once a confined quarter, now a neighborhood brimming with archaeological treasures. Vegetarian options are available, ensuring a fulfilling experience for all.

Upgrade your culinary repetoire in Rome, with a cooking class of two Italian classics, and learn to make authentic tiramisu and pasta that any Italian nonna would be proud of! To start, you'll learn make tiramisu from scratch. Along with gelato and panna cotta, tiramisu is perhaps Italy's most famous dessert. Made with simple ingredients, like savoiardi (ladyfingers), mascarpone cheese and egg yolks, it's one of the world's favorite desserts for a very good reason – it's delizioso! Then, learn to make your own pasta from flour and eggs. The chef will show you which kind of pasta you can prepare with this recipe, from tiny tagliolini to large pappardelle, you'll get to practice cutting out each. Then all you need to do is choose your topping sauce (tomato and basil, amatriciana, or cacio e pepe). After the cooking class ends, sit down with your fellow classmates and savor your creations with a glass of wine – an essential part of Italian cooking!

See Rome’s iconic highlights in 3 hours on a guided golf cart tour, complete with a gelato stop and expert local insights. Getting Started Meet your guide at Wheel Tours, Via Cavour 138, Roma, for a quick introduction and check-in. After a brief overview, board your golf cart and get ready to see Rome’s city center with your guide. What to Expect Rome: Eternal City Highlights Golf Cart Tour This city tour offers a comfortable way to see Rome’s most celebrated landmarks, blending historical context with local stories as you travel in a golf cart. Your guide shares key facts and points out must-see sights, making each stop meaningful. Features Trevi Fountain: Visit this world-famous Baroque fountain, renowned for its intricate sculptures and the tradition of tossing a coin to ensure your return to Rome. Pantheon: See the remarkably preserved ancient Roman temple, celebrated for its massive domed roof and architectural innovation. Piazza Navona: Experience this lively square, built on the site of a Roman stadium, now known for its fountains and street life. Gelato stop: Enjoy a break for authentic Italian gelato, a sweet highlight that adds a local flavor to your tour.

Rome is the epitome of history itself. Long ago, there were several ancient homes where thousands of Jews were isolated for centuries. Now, almost nothing remains there. Still, if you walk through the alleys of the ghetto home to so many monuments, buildings, and narrow streets, you'll catch glimpses of Jewish history and find that some of that inheritance has passed down to their descendants even today. Your guide will lead you into alleys of the ghetto, where you can witness traces of Imperial Rome. This includes seeing the Theatre of Marcellus, nicknamed the "Small Colosseum," and the Portico of Octavia, which is where the Jewish-Roman dish, the fish broth, originated from! Retrace the history of the Jewish people in Rome from ancient to modern times, all the while never forgetting the victims of the Holocaust. The "stumbling stones" (concrete cubes bearing a brass plate) nailed into the floor are a palpable testimony. You'll also get the opportunity to try traditional Jewish-Roman recipes, such as scrumptious artichokes “alla giudia”, or the tart with ricotta cheese and sour cherries. See also the 19th-century synagogue and end your tour with the sound of the water of the Renaissance Turtle Fountain in Piazza Mattei.