Combine your love for coffee and gelato with your passion for Rome on this 2.5-hour walking tour of the Eternal City and see, smell, and taste delicious Italian coffees, cakes, and ice-creams under the shade of some of the city’s most historic monuments.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2.5 hours
- Starting time 3:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Take a mid-morning walk around Rome to experience its espresso culture
- Taste the finest Italian coffees and ice creams
- Learn about the coffee-making process from the bean to the cup
- Discover the secrets behind Italy's famous tiramisu dessert
- Sample different gelatos in the best gelaterias
- Visit some of Rome's most renowned cafés and bars
- Upgrade your tour with a 1-hour gelato-making class
Full description
Enjoy a mid-morning walking tour of Rome and experience the city through its legendary coffee and gelato culture.
Traveling in small groups of no more than 15 people, stroll through the center of Rome and discover the best places to enjoy tiny cups of espresso, scrumptious slices of tiramisu, and scoops of the most flavorsome ice-creams in town. Discover the secrets of artisanal Italian gelato, and learn how to distinguish a good one from a bad one.
Stop at famous coffee shops and gelaterias, such as Sant’Eustachio, Tazza d’Oro, Caffè Greco, and Pompi. Commentary will be provided by an expert foodie guide and includes details of any food events taking place at the time of your visit.
Get an introduction to selected specialties in artisan shops and learn how to order a coffee in Italy so that you can continue your coffee addiction alone. Visit popular and elegant coffee shops, learning about coffee from the bean to the roasting process.
Visit an amazing gelato store and taste gourmet creations by a famous gelato chef. Indulge your senses while learning all the secrets to make and distinguish a top gelato from the others.
Includes
- Espresso tasting in the most famous coffee shop in Rome with mini croissant (typical Italian breakfast)
- No worries about caffeine or alcohol, this tasting tour is suitable for kids, non-coffee-drinkers, non-alcohol drinkers and can be customized for gluten-free foodies
- Visit to a “torrefazione” to learn important tips about coffee and see how to order a coffee
- Gelato tasting (at least 2 gelaterias)
- Tiramisu tasting in one of the most famous pastry shops in Rome
- Small group walking tour (maximum 10 people)
- Local guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Additional food, not included in the program
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Not suitable for
- People with food allergies
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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Meeting point
Piazza Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, Rome. Meet by the statue of the elephant and obelisk in the middle of the square
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Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- Clients are responsible for their own health conditions. Operator cannot guarantee special food requirements.
