
Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center
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5.0/5
Based on 77 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center worth booking?
Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $50 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 77 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (77)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Our first cooking experience offers sauce-making on the side of the fettuccine pasta-making! The new Pesto and Pasta class is held in our private cooking lab in a local restaurant on Piazza Navona, in the heart of Rome.
What you get
About this experience
Our first cooking experience offers sauce-making on the side of the fettuccine pasta-making! The new Pesto and Pasta class is held in our private cooking lab in a local restaurant on Piazza Navona, in the heart of Rome. This is one of the very few sauce-making classes in the city, and we chose pesto for various reasons! Pesto is one of the healthiest, and easiest types of traditional Italian sauce that one can make with their pasta. Fresh, full of vitamins, and it has many health benefits. It doesn't need to be cooked either, which helps us avoid the kitchen and potential accidents. On the side of the pesto, we make our own traditional Italian Fettuccine pasta. We'll guide you through the making, and the chef of the restaurant will cook this for you. The pesto with pasta will be served at the table where you're accommodated, with the appetizers and drink on the side that's included in this experience!
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
We meet guests inside Ristorante Panzirone. Arrival time 10 minutes early. Upon arrival, ask the restaurant staff to take you to the activity. Guests who are late, or not showing up can be rebooked only for an extra cost. Reach out to our customer service for assistance! Refunds are not accepted.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet guests inside Ristorante Panzirone. Arrival time 10 minutes early. Upon arrival, ask the restaurant staff to take you to the activity. Guests who are late, or not showing up can be rebooked only for an extra cost. Reach out to our customer service for assistance! Refunds are not accepted.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Eatalian Cooks
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for kids under 6 years!
- Not recommended for gluten-intolerance!
- Not recommended for those with NUT ALLERGIES!
- Not recommended for vegans - eggs in the pasta!
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 77 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
77 verified traveler reviews for Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Experience
We had a great cooking experience with Michela! It was just my wife and I in the class with her and she was very nice and helpful. The food was delicious too.
Response from the operator: Thank you for spending time with us and sharing your experience! 😊
via Tripadvisor
pasta perfection
it was such a personal and special experience! michaela was our guide and was super sweet, helpful, and knowledgeable about her work. she shared a bit about the city while giving all the tips to make the perfect pasta!
Response from the operator: Thank you for spending time with us and sharing your experience! 😊
via Tripadvisor
When in Rome!
We had a lovely time learning how to make pesto and pasta with April! She was fun to be around and is an excellent teacher. We loved being able to enjoy our food after! The whole experience was amazing—I wouldn’t change a thing!
Response from the operator: Grazie mille! We're so happy you enjoyed our cooking class. It’s our favorite thing to teach, and knowing you had a great time makes it all the more special. Hope to see you again — maybe for another Italian classic next time!
via Tripadvisor
April was the best! Fun class
My wife and I attended this cooking class and loved it. April was the best host/chef! Her English was perfect and she was very fun, helpful and kind. It was not too difficult, and we are excited to make this at home. We would both recommend booking this class!
Response from the operator: Grazie mille! We're so happy you enjoyed our cooking class. It’s our favorite thing to teach, and knowing you had a great time makes it all the more special. Hope to see you again — maybe for another Italian classic next time!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Thank you, Gabrielle, this was really fun 😊 Learned a lot and got many tips to take home to Norway for my pasta making.
Response from the operator: Grazie mille! We're so happy you enjoyed our cooking class. It’s our favorite thing to teach, and knowing you had a great time makes it all the more special. Hope to see you again — maybe for another Italian classic next time!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $58
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 80
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 77 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center?
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Around 27 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Pesto and Pasta Cooking Class in Rome City Center start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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