{"id":3795,"date":"2020-04-25T12:00:14","date_gmt":"2020-04-25T12:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devourromefoodtours.com\/?p=3795"},"modified":"2022-08-26T16:18:15","modified_gmt":"2022-08-26T16:18:15","slug":"food-tour-rome-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/dev.devourtours.com\/blog\/food-tour-rome-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Reasons Why You Should Take a Food Tour in Rome for Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Ready to take a break from monument hopping and experience Rome like a local? Join a food tour in Testaccio for a day your family will never forget.<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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You probably already have plans to visit the Colosseum or Vatican Museums with your family. But for a whole new way to see\u2014and taste\u2014the city, we suggest taking a food tour in Rome for kids! Every member of your family will love exploring Testaccio, a neighborhood known for its delicious and traditional Roman food.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Why a Food Tour is the Perfect Kid-Friendly Activity in Rome<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We\u2019re willing to bet that your whole family will fall in love with Rome on our Testaccio Neighborhood Food & Market Tour<\/a>. Here’s why!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Devourers of all ages are welcome on our tours!<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Experience history firsthand<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Testaccio has over 2,000 years of ancient Roman history woven throughout its monuments, streets and traditional cuisine. It’s a place where the past comes to life, and we touch on the historic components of Roman food throughout the tour. Kids will get to hear about the famous \u201chill of pots<\/a>,\u201d full of ancient Roman pottery, in addition to the family businesses that have been passed down from one generation to the next.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Explore an open-air market<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Mercato Testaccio<\/a> is one of the best markets in Rome, with 100 stalls serving fresh, traditional Roman food and ingredients. You\u2019ll get to see an amazing selection of pizza straight out of the oven, and chat with a couple who\u2019s had their meat and cheese stall for over 40 years. Kids will love exploring the market, from the seasonal produce decorating its stalls to the pieces of an ancient Roman wall visible in its center!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Testaccio’s local market is full of life, color and lessons in Roman culture.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Plenty of kid-approved bites<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Who doesn\u2019t want to have dessert for breakfast<\/a> and try the tastiest pizza in Rome? On this tour we sample everything from breakfast pastries, cured meats and cheeses to gourmet pizza, pasta and gelato. There\u2019s something on the menu for everyone\u2014including the little ones\u2014and we can make substitutions for most allergies and intolerances.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Bite-sized portions of pizza? Yes please.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Not too much walking<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

While the tour is three and a half hours long, there\u2019s a good mix of standing, walking and sitting. We make sure there\u2019s lots of room to move around, and never stay in one place for too long. We also keep younger guests entertained throughout the experience with storytelling, activity sheets and, of course, lots of delicious food.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Note: <\/strong>The total walking distance is approximately 2 kilometers (1.3 miles).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

5. Meet friendly locals<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Italians love children! The neighborhood locals won\u2019t hesitate to say \u201cciao<\/em>\u201d or slip them an extra piece of cheese or scoop of gelato. Your kids will learn about Italy straight from the experts, and hear from people whose families have lived in the area for generations. A food tour in Rome is the best way to bring local culture to life, helping kids understand Roman people and their cuisine<\/a> firsthand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Our local vendors are the heart and soul of every tour.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

6. Interactive and engaging information<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Our Testaccio food and market tour isn\u2019t purely a history tour or tasting experience, but a mix of both. This means there\u2019s plenty of information to keep our younger guests entertained. At each of the tour\u2019s seven stops, we talk about how pizza is made, which pastries Romans eat in the morning and how the area’s history influenced its food and culture.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

7. Gelato!<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Need we say more? All of our tours end with gelato\u2014and for good reason! The gelateria<\/em> we visit on our Testaccio tour is run by an 84-year-old expert who makes some of the best gelato in Rome<\/a>. Choose a classic like rich chocolate or nocciola<\/em>, or live life on the wild side with a combination of Kinder chocolate and avocado. Either way, your perfect flavor is waiting.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Gelato is always a good idea\u2014no matter how old you are.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

8. Kid-friendly insider tips<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Along with a list of some of our favorite restaurants in Rome<\/a>, your guide will send you off with recommendations for kid-friendly activities in the area. For example, why not visit the ancient pyramid or local cat sanctuary? Testaccio has tons of hidden gems to explore, and we\u2019ll set you up to keep adventuring post-tour.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Ready to dive into Testaccio, one bite at a time? Join our family-friendly <\/strong>Testaccio Neighborhood Food & Market Tour<\/strong><\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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