Culinary Food Tour in Rome's Prati Neighborhood with Trionfale Market
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking ability required; moderate stamina for standing and strolling.
Overview
Join this immersive 4-hour taste tour through Rome's vibrant Prati market, sampling authentic bites and learning insider culinary tips. Discover the city’s rich food traditions in a lively setting.
Trionfale Market Tour
All ages • 4 hours • From Monday to Saturday!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a delicious 4-hour food tour through Rome's Prati neighborhood, sampling over 20 exquisite tastings at six beloved venues. Indulge in fresh cannoli, legendary pizza, gourmet cheeses, and homemade pasta, while exploring vibrant local markets. Conclude with artisanal gelato, learning insider tips to savor Rome's culinary delights long after the tour.
Taste the best of Rome, with this 4 hour day food tour around the Prati neighborhood. Visit 6 locally loved venues for over 20 food and wine tastings.
Duration
4 hours
About
Your introduction to Italian cuisine, begins with breakfast at La Pasticceria Siciliana. Enjoy a fresh cannolo made in front of you, while sipping on a cappuccino.
Next enjoy the best pizza in Rome at the legendary Pizzarium, recommended by Anthony Bourdain and countless bloggers. Famed baker Gabriele Bonci known as the ‘Michelangelo of pizza,’ creates more than 80 variations each day. Daily toppings are impossible to predict, but expect to find the highest quality, in season produce. Favorites include the potato and mozzarella and the fig with prosciutto.
Following Pizzarium, visit La Nicchia Cafè gourmet food shop, offering cheeses and cured meats, aged balsamic vinegars, olive oils and other treats. Cheese tastings include Parmigano Reggiano drizzled with 30 year aged balsamic, Gorgonzola dolce and Pecorino Romano complimented with truffles. Sample some of the finest prosciutti, including Parma, San Daniele and Cinta Senese. D.O.C.G Falangina wine will be offered to compliment the tastings.
Nothing puts you more in touch with the Roman culture than the Trionfale market, with its captivating characters, colors and sounds. Meet the families running these stalls and learn how to shop like a local. Sample juicy buffalo mozzarella, melanzane parmigiana and porchetta. The Italian wine labeling system is demystified, with natural wine tastings from vineyards across the country.
Following the market, savor two types of homemade pasta with calamari, from the locally loved family owned restaurant Al Giardino del Gatto e la Volpe. Enjoy ravioli filled with spinach and ricotta cheese, gnocchi with four cheeses and D.O.C.G Vermentino wine.
The tour ends at an artisanal gelateria called Fatamorgana. Learn how to tell the difference between real and fake gelato, with over 60 flavors to choose from, all made with 100% natural ingredients.
Additional food and wine tastings at all venues are permitted for those who wish to have extra throughout the tour …. receive essential food tips of the city, to ensure your enjoyment of Rome’s best foods, will not end with our tour.
More info
The price includes over 20 food & wine tastings, a bottle of water and an expert English-speaking guide.
The tours takes place regardless of weather conditions. This tour does not run on Sundays and national holidays (see calendar)
What to bring
A healthy appetite Comfortable walking shoes High expectations
Adventure Tips
Arrive early
Get there before peak hours to enjoy a more relaxed experience and better access to stalls.
Bring cash
Some vendors may prefer cash payments for quicker transactions and small purchases.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking and standing through busy markets, so comfortable footwear is key.
Sample widely
Try a variety of tastings to get a true sense of local flavors and culinary craftsmanship.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- City pigeons
- Small garden lizards in the market area
History
The Trionfale Market has been serving Romans since the early 20th century, preserving traditional food vendors in a vibrant neighborhood setting.
Conservation
The market promotes local produce and sustainable practices by supporting small-scale vendors and artisans.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for exploring the busy market streets comfortably.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while wandering through lively markets.
Hat and sunglasses
Protect yourself from the sun during daytime tours.
summer specific
Small backpack or tote
Carry personal items and any purchased delicacies easily.