Rome Trastevere & Campo de' Fiori Street Food Walking Tour

Summary

Wander Rome’s lively streets tasting pizza suppli & gelato with locals

You’ll walk through Trastevere and Campo de' Fiori alongside a local guide, sampling Roman street food like pizza bianca and suppli straight from longtime vendors. Cross Ponte Sisto for city views, wander lively markets, and finish with real gelato on a quiet piazza step — expect warmth, laughter, and plenty of flavor along the way.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect from a street food tour in Trastevere, but the first thing that hit me was the smell — warm bread and tomatoes drifting out from somewhere, mixing with the noise of mopeds and people chatting in that quick Roman way. Our guide, Giulia, met us by this old fountain at Piazza San Simeone. She waved like she’d known us for years. I liked her straight away. We were only ten people, so it felt more like tagging along with a friend than being on some official “Rome food tour”.

We started wandering toward Campo de' Fiori, and Giulia stopped to buy suppli from a vendor who’s apparently been there since forever — he handed over these hot rice balls with hands dusted in flour, barely looking up but grinning anyway. I burned my tongue because I couldn’t wait (classic). The market was still buzzing even though it was late morning; you could hear vendors calling out prices in Italian I could almost understand. There was this moment crossing Ponte Sisto when the light hit St Peter’s dome just right — everyone went quiet for a second, which never happens in Rome.

Trastevere itself is kind of messy in the best way: laundry hanging above us, scooters weaving around corners too fast, old ladies talking with their hands as much as their voices. We ducked into a bakery Giulia said has been open since 1870 (I tried to pronounce its name; she laughed and corrected me), and tasted pizza bianca so thin it crackled when you bit it. The basil smelled stronger than anything back home. She told us stories about the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere — honestly, I didn’t catch every word because I was distracted by all the gold mosaics catching sunlight inside.

The last stop was gelato at some place Giulia swore was “the real deal.” Pistachio for me — not bright green but kind of pale and nutty. We ended up sitting on the steps at Piazza di San Giovanni della Malva just letting everything settle. I kept thinking about how every bite tasted like someone’s memory here. If you’re looking for a day trip through Rome’s food with someone who actually lives it, this is probably it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Trastevere and Campo de' Fiori Food Tour

• Meet guide at Piazza San Simeone
• Walk through picturesque Rome street
• Visit Campo de' Fiori market
• Cross Ponte Sisto bridge
• Explore Trastevere streets and alleys
• See Fountain at Santa Maria in Trastevere
• End tour at Piazza di San Giovanni della Malva

Top questions

How long does the Trastevere & Campo de' Fiori street food tour last?

The walking tour lasts about 2.5 hours.

Is gelato included in the Rome street food tour?

Yes, gelato is included at the end of the tour.

Where does the Rome food tour start?

The tour begins at Piazza San Simeone next to the fountain.

Are celiacs able to join this street food tour?

No, unfortunately this tour cannot be done for celiacs.

What are some foods sampled on this Trastevere food tour?

You’ll try Roman-style pizza, suppli (fried rice balls), and gelato.

Is there a local guide on this Rome street food walking tour?

Yes, you’ll be guided by an expert local throughout.

Does this Rome day trip include market visits?

Yes, you’ll visit one of Rome’s outdoor markets during the walk.

How many people are on each group?

The group size is limited to 10 people for a personal feel.

What’s included

Your day includes tastings of classic Roman street foods like pizza bianca and suppli from historic vendors in Trastevere and Campo de' Fiori, all led by a top-rated local guide who shares stories along the way. You’ll also enjoy authentic gelato before finishing your walk together in one of Rome’s quieter piazzas.