Across the Tiber River and south of the Vatican, travelers can find the culinary heart of Rome: The Trastevere district. This picturesque neighborhood, with cobbled streets, colorful medieval houses and all kinds of traditional restaurants, is one of the most untouched by tourism in all of Rome. If you want to escape from tourist traps and unjustifiably high prices, join the best Free Gastronomic Tour of Trastevere. With the help of a local guide, you will discover the best smells and flavors of Roman food as you stroll through this charming neighborhood with a small group of travelers. You will discover the true flavors of Roman food!

During your Free Food Tour of Trastevere in Rome, you'll discover that this pretty neighborhood has been a favorite hangout spot for locals since the ancient Roman Empire (even Julius Caesar built a summer villa here!). Today, you can stroll through the Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere and enjoy its vibrant Italian atmosphere while enjoying the best pizza in all of Rome. Your guide will take you to non-nonsense family restaurants and will explain the origin of pizza, its regional varieties and what makes authentic Roman pizza so special. During the tour, you will also find specialized pasta restaurants and cheese and cold cuts shops.

In addition to pizza, pasta, focaccia, cheese and cold cuts, during your free food tour you will also learn more about an Italian delicacy: ice cream. Of course, coffee lovers will have opportunities to learn about the history of espresso coffee and how to properly order one in Rome. Also, if you are interested, do not hesitate to experiment with the most fashionable drink in Italy: the Aperol Spritz. This low-alcohol cocktail combines many exotic ingredients and stands out for its light bitter orange flavor... as well as its striking color! With so many dishes and drinks to discover, no trip to Rome would be complete without a food tour; so, book now!