Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture
On this self-guided walking tour with travel expert, Massimo Porcelli, you'll learn about the history of local cuisine in Rome and get tips on where to enjoy them. As you soak up the flavors, smells, colors and history, you'll dive into varieties of extra virgin olive oil (Italy's green gold), learn differences between Roman and Neapolitan pizzas, and get introduced to locally cured meats and cheeses. Starting on Ponte Sisto, you'll enter the historical center, uncovering the mysterious origins of Carbonara. At Campo de Fiori, you'll discover primizie and learn about aperitivo, a tradition dating back to Roman times. Along the way, learn about architecture and artists like Bernini while visiting establishments like Old Bar Pasticceria Mariani, Roscioli Caffè, Forno Campo de' Fiori, Da Francesco, Supplizio for supplì, and Il Goccetto for Roman aperitivo. By the end of this 90-minute tour, you'll have greater appreciation for Roman culinary traditions and know how to order like a local.
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Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture
What's included in Pizzas and Piazzas: A Self-Guided Walk of Rome’s Culinary Culture
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ponte SistoPass-by Only
Marvel at this elegant Renaissance bridge spanning the Tiber River, featuring a perfect circular oculus in its center. Stroll across this historic crossing built in the 15th century to begin your culinary journey through Rome's most delicious neighborhoods.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling market square filled with colorful produce, flowers, and local vendors. Explore the lively heart of Roman food culture where locals have gathered for centuries to trade goods and share stories.
Discover this iconic bakery established in 1880, famous for producing the most delicious pizza in Rome's historic center. Savor the aroma of freshly baked bread and pizza as you learn about traditional Roman baking techniques.
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Transportation
- Food and Drink
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This tour starts at Ponte Sisto. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Points
- The tour end outside Gelateria Alberto Pica, for one last gelato.
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Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
