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Mystery and Surprise Food Tour in Rome

  • Experience

    Walking food tour

  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Not Suitable For

    Gluten free

Discover Rome through a delicious twist of mystery on this unique food tour created by locals who know the city inside out. As you walk from the Spanish Steps toward the Vatican through hidden streets and elegant corners, you’ll enjoy outstanding Roman bites, two drinks, and a menu that stays a secret until the moment you taste it. Starting with an aperitivo and ending with dessert, this small-group experience (maximum 15 participants) is perfect for curious travelers who want quality, authenticity, and the thrill of the unexpected.

The group experience requires a minimum of 3 participants. If the minimum is not reached, the tour will be canceled and you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule. The maximum group size is 15 participants.

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Everything You Need to Know

This experience runs every week, based on venue availability and holiday schedules.

The tour runs in all weather conditions — rain, sun, or hail — so please dress appropriately for the season.

We can accommodate:

  • Vegetarian
  • No pork
  • No alcohol

We are not able to accommodate:

  • Celiac/gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Severe food allergies

This is a leisurely walking tour through the historic center of Rome.

Participants should be comfortable walking around 3 km (1.8 miles) at a relaxed pace and standing for short periods.

  • Local foodie guide
  • Two alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages
  • Selection of local foods and dishes
  • Gelato
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
  • Gratuities
  • Additional food or drinks not listed above

The Local Aromas Guestbook

I had the pleasure of joining the Mystery and Surprise Food Tour. Jamila was our guide. She was so knowledgeable! As a Roman and a food anthropologist she shared so much information about the food and the local spots we visited. The food was delicious and she was a treasure! It was the highlight of my trip. I only wish I had taken the tour earlier in the trip! It is a must do! Also, I felt very welcome as a solo traveler. Local aromas was so helpful and responsive from my first email before my trip, all the way through the food tour and even after! Outstanding!

Explorer

I absolutely loved this tour! The mystery element made every stop exciting, and the food was truly incredible. Walking through such beautiful parts of Rome while trying dishes I’d never have found on my own was unforgettable. Our guide was warm, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable. It was one of the best evenings of my trip!

Maria

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