Testaccio: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Rome's Food Traditions
Explore Rome's rich history and culinary tradition in Testaccio with a self-guided audio tour. Discover authentic Roman cuisine, sample local specialties, and see historical landmarks.
10 meals
Experience Details
Rome’s history is incredibly long and fascinating, and so is its culinary tradition. Testaccio, today a busy and lively borough, never lost its authentic character. It’s the perfect place to explore both history and cuisine on a self-guided audio tour.
Since Roman times, the area has been a market place. Testaccio is also famous for another reason: here was born the local culinary tradition of the so-called Quinto quarto, or five quarters – referring to the habit of cooking and eating offal – due to the presence of the old slaughterhouse. Today, the borough honours its origins being the heart of the most genuine Roman food scene.
You can experience it browsing around the market stalls, dining in some of the best traditional restaurants in the city, grabbing delicious street food or having a drink in an up-to-date venue. I’ll show you my favourite spots while pointing out the milestones of the local history and some examples of the contemporary artistic soul of the borough.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What You’ll Experience
Pyramid of Caius Cestius (Pass By)
Taverna Volpetti (Pass By)
Felice a Testaccio | ROMA (Pass By)
Flavio al Velavevodetto (Pass By)
Mattatoio (Pass By)
Testaccio market (Pass By)
Trapizzino | Testaccio (Pass By)
Start Time
Start Time / Opening HoursMeeting & Pickup
Meeting PointPyramid of Caius Cestius, Via Raffaele Persichetti, Roma Città metropolitana di Roma Capitale Lazio, Italy, IT, 00153
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End PointVia Marmorata 167, Via Marmorata, Roma Città metropolitana di Roma Capitale Lazio, Italy, IT, 00153
Open in Google MapsCancellation Policy
All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.
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10 meals
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