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Private Walking Tour of Rome and a Cooking Class

About this experience

Explore the city with your own guide and wrap the experience up with a cooking class.

Walk down the cobblestones of the Eternal city and reveal not only the history of the most famous squares and fountains but also the curiosities about them. Enjoy the beauty of the architectural masterpieces such as Spanish steps and Navona square; Explore the places where ancient meets the present and visit the Pantheon; discover the ruins of the ancient aqueduct and toss a coin into the Trevi fountain to ensure your return to Rome.

After the walk, head to the local restaurant and learn how to make pasta from scratch under the guidance of the professional chef, who will reveal the secrets of authentic Roman cuisine. After the class, enjoy a three-course lunch or dinner paired with the local wine.

The sample final menu consists of:
- starter (Jewish style artichoke)
- a pasta dish with a sauce of your choice
- dessert (ciambelline al vino rosso)
- a glass of local wine, beer or a soft drink

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Tour in Spanish

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

What is included

  • Recipes - you can recreate the dishes back home
  • Recipes for the dishes will be provided
  • Sample menu: 1. Jewish style artichoke (seasonal) 2. Gnocchi with pork-cheeks, artichokes and pecorino cheese 3. Ciambelline (crispy donuts) al Vino Rosso
  • A glass of wine, beer or soft drink

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

You will meet our guide who will provide a brief introduction to the tour. The tour starts with the presentation of the surroundings. The tour will then continue with a nice walk stopping at highlights of the city supported with explanations of each site - Spanish steps, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon - to name just a few. After the walk, you will be accompanied to the local restaurant nearby to create authentic dishes from scratch. The tour then ends with the lunch/dinner that was made by you. The recipes for the dishes will be sent to you after the tour so you can recreate them back home.

**please note that some of the dishes may vary based on season and restaurant. While Pasta dish is always included, the other courses consist of carefully selected seasonally fresh ingredients **

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The meeting point for this tour is next to the Triton Fountain at Piazza Barberini.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Sublime Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Special menus, e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, etc., are available upon request, so please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and we will do our best to accommodate you.
  • Please note that the final menu is subject to change as we always use fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 4–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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