Private Rome: Rome in a Bite
Rome, Italy
From EUR 150.00
Office phone number: +39 338 884 7405
Private Rome: Rome in a Bite
Rome, Italy
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Are you ready to become a real Roman? Take a stroll with us through the Eternal City, where we will taste our way through the centuries on this very special private tour. Visiting markets, family-run grocery stores, historic cafes, and quirky bakeries, this private tour will take you off the beaten track so you can explore where locals really go for a taste of the real Rome.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller or group smaller than two may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
- Taste the mouthwatering street food and wine of Rome with a local who knows the best cafes and delis in the city
- Wander through one of the oldest and most vibrant neighbourhood in Rome
- Visit the captivating Jewish quarter and sample some of its specialities, including old-fashioned, traditional biscuits made by kosher bakeries
- Learn how to live like a modern-day Roman: what to eat, where to shop, and how to relax
- Learn from a real Roman about food traditions and history
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Via Florida, in front of the tower (it’s a little street on Largo Argentina, facing via delle botteghe oscure - look out for the medieval tower!)
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- Starting time: 9.30 AM, 3.00 PM
- Ending point:
Campo dei fiori (this can vary according to the season and your -food- desires)
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking licensed guide, all food samples as per itinerary, glass of wine (or a soft drink), espresso or cappuccino. Please note that the food and food spots may vary according to your food desires and the season!
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Among the first lesson in living life as a Roman is to sip your coffee the way the Romans do — standing up. So, a fundamental pit stop on this private food tour will be in a real Roman café where you’ll have the opportunity to test, on site, what you have learned from your guide about “drinking coffee as the Italians do!”
High on caffeine, sugar, and the Roman spirit, we will make our way to the historical center, where the oldest and most fascinating food shops are! Here we will admire the colourful displays of fruit and vegetables and meet bakers, local cheese and ham producers…get ready for an enchanting experience!
Next up, it is essential that you try some mortadella (a light pink, smooth textured Italian sausage), prosciutto or porchetta, mean cold cuts from the local sheperds tradition! And what better way to try it than on a pizza, an Italian superstar dish that is loved the world over?! This is not any old pizza though, it’s a pizza bianca. Your immersion into the Italian way of life is progressing nicely…
Rome has a great tradition of fried food, and we have a special kind that we want you to try that you can just find in the eternal city! Have you ever heard of fried zucchini flowers or supplì?! We will enjoy some of these freshly fried delicious treats together as you get to grips with some of our most popular dishes.
One stop you absolutely cannot miss is the Jewish neighbourhood, where the local Jewish community has played an essential part in the chequered history of Rome since 1555. More importantly for us, their contribution to the food scene in Rome has been equally as impressive; you will have a chance to salute some of their most loved small bites, such as fried artichokes and stock fish.
By the end of your private tour, you’ll know how to live and eat like a proper Roman! Before you go, your guide will be very happy to recommend many more foodie adventures for you to enjoy in and around one of the world’s most beautiful cities. When in Rome, indeed!
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller or group smaller than two may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking licensed guide, all food samples as per itinerary, glass of wine (or a soft drink), espresso or cappuccino. Please note that the food and food spots may vary according to your food desires and the season!
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wearing comfortable walking shoes and…an empty stomach!.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point ten minutes before the tour starting time. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: It is a walking tour so we suggest comfortable shoes. There will be a toilet stop during the tour. Guides are only Roman and they are all fully licensed.
Closure of sites: Jewish quarter shops won't be open on Saturdays but we will experience the comunity vibe of people wandering around their neighbourhood.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
This tour can be adjusted for vegetarians and any other food requests; however it is not suitable for vegans or those with food allergies and sensitivities such as celiac disease, favism, or similiar. We will serve some kosher food, but the rest of the tour may not be kosher.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +39 338 884 7405
Email address: info@romeurbanadventures.com
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