
Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 3,893 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine worth booking?
Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine is a 4-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $63 per person. It scores 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 3,893 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 95 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (3,893)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $63 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #3 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Rome, with an Outty Ranking of 95. At $63 it is priced in line with similar options (typically $60). Best for families and couples.
Prices and availability checked
Taste the best of Rome, with this luxury 4-hour walking food tour & allow all your senses to come alive as we expose the real Rome. During this non-touristic experience, you will be taken off the beaten path to the foodie neighborhood of Rome. There are over 20 delicious food and fine wine tastings in 5 locally loved venues. Venues include include the number 1 pizzeria in Rome, owned by famed chef Gabriele Bonci, known as the Michelangelo of Pizza. The award winning gourmet good shop La Tradizione, with over 400 types of cheeses and 150 types of cured meats. At La Nicchia Cafe, try 30 year aged balsamic vinegar, truffles, genovese pesto, fresh buffalo mozzarella and more treats, with Fine wine. Visit the locally loved restaurant il segreto for hand made pasta with free flowing D.O.C.G wine. (Barolo) Your tour ends with artisanal gelato Unlimited food & wine offered Group size is limited to max 15 people Book now to reserve your place
What you get
About this experience
Taste the best of Rome, with this luxury 4-hour walking food tour & allow all your senses to come alive as we expose the real Rome. During this non-touristic experience, you will be taken off the beaten path to the foodie neighborhood of Rome. There are over 20 delicious food and fine wine tastings in 5 locally loved venues. Venues include include the number 1 pizzeria in Rome, owned by famed chef Gabriele Bonci, known as the Michelangelo of Pizza. The award winning gourmet good shop La Tradizione, with over 400 types of cheeses and 150 types of cured meats. At La Nicchia Cafe, try 30 year aged balsamic vinegar, truffles, genovese pesto, fresh buffalo mozzarella and more treats, with Fine wine. Visit the locally loved restaurant il segreto for hand made pasta with free flowing D.O.C.G wine. (Barolo) Your tour ends with artisanal gelato Unlimited food & wine offered Group size is limited to max 15 people Book now to reserve your place
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tour escort/host
- Snacks
- Lunch/Dinner (depending on time of booking)
- Food tasting
- Bottle of water
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Taste the best of Italy. Highlights include :- -Mozzarella di bufala campana DOP - sun dried tomatoes - Bruschette with extra virgin olive oil DOP, green pesto, red pesto, bell peppers pesto Served with free flowing Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG - Parmigiano Reggiano DOP aged 36 months with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar from Reggio Emilia aged 30 years, on a bed of organic rucola - Prosciutto di Parma aged 24 months - Filettuccio al Barolo - Bruschetta with Parmigiano and truffle cream - Ricotta with white truffle infused honey - Caciotta cheese with pure black truffle pâté Served with Montepulciano d’Abruzzo wine DOP
45 minutes here
This famous Italian chef transformed a street food into a piece of art. Taste some of his special combinations.
45 minutes here
Meet the family behind one of the most successful gourmet shops in the city of Rome. They will personally present to you a selection of their finest products.
45 minutes here
Finally we sit down at an elegant Roman restaurant to try some of the classic local pasta's.
60 minutes here
There is always room for dessert!
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
The Roman Food Tour meeting point is located at Via Cipro 4 L The guide will be inside La Nicchia Cafe which is next to The Roman Food Tour meeting point.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Next to the Ottaviano underground station. The guide can either call you a taxi or nearest taxi stand is a few minutes walk. St Peter’s square is 10 minute walk
Options you can book
Evening Tours
Duration: 4 hours
Morning Tour
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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- COOKING ITALY
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Special substitutions offered for those with dietary restrictions including Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free and lactose-intolerant. Please advise in the special requirements field at time of booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3,881 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3,881 verified traveler reviews for Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great first night in a new city activity
Really fun tour with friendly and knowledgeable Alessandra. Plenty of food and wine tastings at 5 different stops. Relaxed pace on the 4:30p. 4 hour tour.
via Viator
I highly recommend this food and wine tour
Michael was our guide today and he gave my wife and I an absolutely brilliant food and wine tour. Michael's knowledge was superb and everything he said was interesting and informative. HIs passion for food and wine was obvious and we ate a huge quantity of simply sensational food. The wine was plentiful and excellent too!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Rome food tour
Michael was a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable! We had a very small group, only 6 people, which was perfect. We all were very comfortable with one another. The food and wine exceeded expectations! We would highly recommend it! Susan and Rick
via Viator
Amazing experience eating in Rome ❤️💜
We ate at four locations walking around Rome. Tina was very engaging and gave us a sense of where the food and wine originated and how it was made. The food and the company were excellent. The walking helps make room between courses 😉
via Viator
Best Ever Food Tour!
Michael was an amazing food tour guide. He took his time to explain all the foods in great detail which was great. Nothing was rushed and there was sooo much food. As I said to Michael, we have done food tours all over the world, but his has been the best by far. Thanks for a great food tour experience, Michael.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $63 to $119
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,363
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by COOKING ITALY, who run 21 experiences we rank across 10 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 86.4 and 10 in the 90+ Club.
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Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How does Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine compare to similar tours in Rome?
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It ranks #3 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Rome, with an Outty Ranking of 95. At $63 it is priced in line with similar options (typically $60). Best for families and couples.
Who is Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine best for?
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It suits families and couples best, based on its 4-hour length, all-ages access and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine good value?
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It is fairly priced. It starts at $63, close to the $60 typical for similar experiences in Rome.
How much does Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine cost?
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Prices start at $63 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 Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 95 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 3,893 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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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 Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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Around 1,363 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine 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 Pizza & Gelato Class with Wine by Cooking Italy, Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Rome Bike / EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts. 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.
What is included in Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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Included: Alcoholic beverages; Tour escort/host; Snacks; Lunch/Dinner (depending on time of booking); and Food tasting. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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The Roman Food Tour meeting point is located at Via Cipro 4 L The guide will be inside La Nicchia Cafe which is next to The Roman Food Tour meeting point. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Rome. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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Across 3,893 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for Rome Gourmet Food Tour by the Vatican with Free Flowing Fine Wine?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Evening Tours, Morning Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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