DIY Roman Food and Sightseeing Tour, When You Don't Want to Hire a Guide
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DIY Roman Food and Sightseeing Tour, When You Don't Want to Hire a Guide
Laurain Aydinian
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⭐️Be your own guide with this DIY food, drink, and sightseeing guide through the heart of Rome!
In a city like Rome, guided food tours are popular but restrictive, and you might not get the most bang for your buck. And for some, touring a few specific places with a group of strangers is not their style.
Why not DIY and at your own pace while doing a little sightseeing as well?
This DIY tour will take you in a loop through the Centro Storico, Regola, Trastevere, and Jewish ghetto neighborhoods as you take in the sights and savor the local flavors of Rome.
Multiple options are included so you can repeat this another day but hit different spots!
Featuring:
🇮🇹 A recommended walking tour with various stops that will take you eating, drinking, and sightseeing through different neighborhoods in Rome
🇮🇹 Multiple options for food and drink in the different areas so you can select which places are best for you
🇮🇹 Descriptions of each eatery, including background information and details on atmosphere, in the notes sections
🇮🇹 Suggestions on what to order at each eatery based on personal experience and research
🇮🇹 Ideas to help inspire your own DIY tour comprised of whatever places you'd like!
⭐️ If you can't visit some of these places either because you get too full or too crunched for time, then create your own hit list and visit a different day!
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First things first
Good morning! It's time for caffeine. There are endless cafes in Rome and you really can't go wrong with most. Here are two suggestions for kicking off the tour starting in Centro Storico.
Sant' Eustachio Il Caffè
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This caffe is quite popular given its central location and also the incredible coffee made an old school way. If you prefer a more fast paced and bustling morning coffee experience then come here to kick off your food tour.
The coffee at Sant' Eustachio has a very low caffeine content which is a sign of top quality and helps to eliminate common coffee side effects, like heartburn, headache and insomnia, which is great to avoid when you have a full day of eating, drinking and exploring to do!
Sant’ Eustachio churns out up to six thousand coffees a day and is a favorite for locals and celebrities. Try the Gran Caffe – espresso with cream.
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Gran Caffè La Caffettiera
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Gran Caffè La Caffettiera stands out in a city where breakfast bars are often cramped and casual. Baristas and waitstaff - adorned in waistcoats, suits, and bow ties - will serve you simple and traditional Neapolitan coffee, either cappuccino or espresso, so don't plan on asking for anything fancy.
Visit before 10am to witness plates of freshly baked pastries being delivered to bourgeois Romans, and if the weather allows, have breakfast outside to get the views of Hadrian's Temple. During our breakfast visit, we indulged in cappuccinos that were so delightful we had two each.
The cappucini are silky and strong, the breakfast pastries, include Neapolitan flaky delights with lemon zest and ricotta, and doughnuts filled with golden custard. This will kick off your morning right.
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Visit the Pantheon
After fueling up on caffeine and sugar at either of these caffes, the Pantheon is just a few steps away. If you want to check out the inside, tickets are available at any major Italy tourist attraction site, like Get Your Guide, Tiqets, Viator etc. Just note that entry begins at 9am.
Otherwise, take in the grandiose temple from the outside at your own pace and stroll through the piazza where crowds will begin to gather for morning coffee and their own explorations.
Pantheon
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The Pantheon is the oldest building on earth that is still in regular use. Pretty incredible.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Laurain Aydinian
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Curated guides, tailor-made itineraries, and insider travel tips for unforgettable adventures in Italy.
Specializing in local food, wine, cocktails, and unique exploration - particularly in Rome but also in regions and towns north to south. I have experience planning trips to destinations ranging from small towns in Tuscany with a population of 29, to Italy's largest cities.
My recommendations are carefully selected based on quality, location, and overall experience. Typically in centrally located areas so that you won't have to travel too far from any city center to find the best of the best - without falling into tourist traps!
Ideal for solo travelers or couples, whether you're seasoned visitors or first-timers, my guides cater to those seeking a less mainstream, more DIY adventure with a mix of traditional sightseeing and authentic local experiences that emphasize the flavors of the country.
What's included in my travel planning services?
ONE: Planning a trip to Italy can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding the best places to see, do, and, most importantly, eat. My goal is to help you get clarity on what places to visit and when.
TWO: Make expert recommendations based on your interests, travel needs, your travel pace, foods & drinks you love, and the experiences you enjoy.
THREE: Make planning less stressful by saving you hours of research and help you to stop second guessing, narrow down your choices, and choose the best options for you.
Looking forward to helping plan your next trip! Let's chat.
What's included
Digital Map
Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby
22 places
22 hand-picked places with notes from the creator
DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Trastevere, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Campo de' Fiori, Campo de' Fiori, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
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People & Culture
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Wine
Relaxation
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DIY Tour
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