Flavors of Rome: Deluxe Food & Wine Delights

Suggestion For The Day:

• Enjoy a relaxed start to your morning with a short stroll or coffee near your accommodation before heading to Testaccio for your included tour. The neighborhood is one of Rome’s hidden gems, known for its authentic character and food culture – the perfect setting for today’s experience.
• After the tour, spend a quiet late afternoon unwinding in Villa Celimontana, or if you prefer, wander through the charming Monti district for boutique shopping and a laid-back aperitivo.

Included Activity (10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.):

• Discover Rome’s hidden treasure with the Taste of Testaccio Food & Market Tour, the city’s first food tour. Begin with a visit to the lively Testaccio Market, where you’ll create your own bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and meet local vendors.
• Continue with tastings across the neighborhood, including a stop at the beloved trattoria Flavio al Velavevodetto, where you’ll enjoy the three best pasta dishes of Rome. Along the way, explore Testaccio’s cultural highlights, and conclude at a historic 105-year-old gelateria, where you’ll learn how to spot authentic artisanal gelato.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Start your day by exploring the breathtaking Vatican Gardens via minibus, enjoying peaceful views and the beautifully maintained grounds. Then, wander through the Vatican Museums, where you can admire masterpieces like the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Maps, and Caravaggio’s Deposition.
• Next, marvel at Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, soaking in the awe-inspiring artistry.
• Complete your visit with a self-guided audio tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, taking in its Renaissance grandeur - including Bernini’s Baldacchino, the Cathedra Petri, exquisite mosaics, and Michelangelo’s Pietà.
• The Vatican area offers an unparalleled glimpse into history, art, and spirituality.

Suggestion For The Day:

• Start your day at Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo and home to the Capitoline Museums, where ancient Roman statues like the Capitoline Wolf and Marcus Aurelius await. Walk down the Cordonata staircase and take in the view over the Roman Forum from above.
• Continue to the Basilica di Santa Maria in Aracoeli, a lesser-known gem perched next to the Capitoline Hill, famous for its golden ceiling and medieval frescoes.
• In the afternoon, head towards Piazza del Popolo, once the northern gate to the city. Visit the twin churches of Santa Maria dei Miracoli and Santa Maria in Montesanto, and climb up to the Pincian Hill for panoramic views over Rome from the Terrazza del Pincio.
• Stroll through the elegant Via del Babuino, browse art galleries and designer shops, and end your day with a relaxed dinner in the Piazza di Spagna area, where the Spanish Steps glow beautifully at night.