Top Rome Spring Break

Rome’s crowds and fast pace can make it hard to enjoy Italy’s wine culture in a relaxed setting. This half-day, small-group tour offers an easy escape to the hill town of Frascati, where vineyards and historic streets replace busy city traffic. Begin with a walk through the old town, then continue to a 16th-century farmhouse for a guided visit with the winemaker and a sommelier-led tasting. Finish with an open-air pasta lunch in the vineyard, pairing local flavors with regional wines for an immersive experience.

Step into the kitchen of a passionate and friendly chef for a fun pasta and gelato cooking class near the Vatican. Alongside a small group, master the art of making homemade fettuccine and tomato sauce, as well as delectable gelato using fresh ingredients and basic kitchen tools. Delight your taste buds with appetizers, fantastic wine and beer, water, and soft drinks, and enjoy everything you prepare with new friends of all ages.

Italy is well-known for its delicious food and this short tasting experience allows you to sample the many flavors of Rome. Authentic Italy is served up on a plate with foods like buffalo mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, and truffle infused honey available to eat. Sip on Italian wine as you eat and make sure you save room for a delicious dessert of gelato.

Avoid crowded restaurants and master the art of pizza-making in a 2.5-hour hands-on class in a private Trastevere kitchen. Learn from local chefs as you mix, knead, and stretch dough to perfection. Sit down with a classic Italian aperitivo, then enjoy your freshly baked pizza with unlimited wine and beer in a warm, social atmosphere. Finish the experience with a tasty tiramisu, which you also learned to make during class.

On this half-day pasta and tiramisu-making workshop, head to the Piazza Mattei—home to the Turtle Fountain (Fontana delle Tartarughe)—for a class on how to prepare and cook authentic Roman pasta in a nearby artisan workshop. Learn how to craft a traditional ravioli dish before starting on a tiramisu for dessert.

Discover Tuscany on a full-day trip from Rome that combines history, gastronomy, and spectacular scenery. Alternating guided experiences with free time in both Civita di Bagnoregio and Pienza means you’ll have the best of expert curation and independent exploration—with a driver to handle the winding roads. During a three-course lunch of Tuscan cuisine, you'll sample local wines alongside regional dishes few tourist menus feature.

Foodies, wine lovers, or anyone looking for a fun night out will enjoy this evening walking tour through Rome’s Jewish Quarter and beyond. Admire the architecture as you eat your way through the neighborhood. Your guide will direct you to the best eateries in the city, many of which are family-run. Enhance the experience with wine tastings, too. This is a small-group tour so you can make new friends.

Take a break from sightseeing and gain hands-on insight into Italian cuisine with a chef-led cooking class in Rome. Rather than simply sampling local dishes, learn how to prepare pizza, supplì, and gelato yourself using traditional techniques. Enjoy wine and snacks as you cook, then savor your creations in a fun and interactive small-group setting.

Taste your way around two of Rome’s most iconic neighborhoods during this small-group food tour in Campo de Fiori and Trastevere. Skip the tourist traps and gain insight into the cultural and historical significance of over numerous Roman dishes, from fried cod and roast pork to organic gelato.

If you’re short on time but want to make the most of your visit to Italy, experience the famous Tuscan countryside with this full-day tour from Rome. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, stopping to stroll through the UNESCO-listed hilltop village of San Gimignano. Visit a winery in the famed Chianti region for a tour and tasting with appetizers, and explore the well-preserved medieval city of Siena.

Go kayaking across Lake Albano in Castel Gandolfo, a town located southeast of Rome. As you paddle across the water, enjoy the tranquil environment and scenery of the lake, and hear about the history of the town, which is home to the pope's summer residence. You also have the chance to sample wine and local food items.

The Jewish Ghetto and Campo de’ Fiori neighborhoods are synonymous with traditional Roman cuisine, but dodging tourist traps and finding authentic eats can be a challenge. Enjoy seven tasty food stops—paired with wine, beer, and soft drinks—during this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Listen to stories about the Eternal City’s rich history along the way, capped off by dinner among the ruins of an ancient Roman theater.

Enjoy the thrill of an unforgettable night out in Rome on a Spanish Steps pub crawl. Journey through some of the city's finest bars and pubs. Along with private transportation, you have your choice of a 1-hour open bar of beer, wine, and mixed drinks, or just one included drink to get the night started. Get ready for an evening of joyous revelry with fellow travelers who want to meet new people.

Combine sightseeing and eating your way around Rome’s historical sights in one half-day food, wine, and landmarks tour. Visit the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and other inspiring monuments. Along the way, stop to explore Campo de' Fiori’s farmers market and sample specialties such as cheeses, wines, prosciutto, pizza, and gelato. Your food and wine tastings amount to a large lunch, and are all included.

Finding authentic local spots in Rome’s food scene takes research. Take out the hassle of finding foodie hotspots with this group walking food tour of the Old City. Sample a selection of regional dishes, from fried artichokes to traditional pasta dishes and artisanal gelato. Pair your tastings with sightseeing as you follow your guide through Camp de' Fiori, Piazza Navona, the Jewish Quarter, and other corners of Rome.

Immerse yourself in Rome’s food culture by trying your hand at making traditional Italian pizza, *suppli* risotto balls, and creamy gelato from scratch. Perfect for practicing your cookery skills while enjoying well-selected Italian wine. Suitable for novice cooks and confident chefs alike, this hands-on masterclass offers plenty of delightful surprises and is ideal for those who enjoy interactive experiences on vacation.

Skip a restaurant lunch or dinner out on your Rome vacation, and opt for a classic Italian cooking class instead at a location near the Colosseum. During this small-group activity, you’ll create two types of pasta from scratch and also a tiramisu before sitting down to eat them with your chef and group. Wine and local tips complement the experience.

If you love good food and wine, you’ll love this unique culinary adventure that combines wine tasting and pasta making. Travel with your small group to a 17th-century family-run farmhouse and vineyard in Frascati, near Rome. Get hands-on instruction as you learn to make two types of fresh pasta from scratch. Then, enjoy eating your creations during a leisurely lunch paired with family wines and local sweets.

Rome's central food scene runs from artisan delis stocked with regional specialties to pizzerias serving slices by the cut—finding the standouts takes time and local knowledge. This food tasting tour removes the guesswork and starts at an artisan shop with samples of balsamic vinegar, buffalo mozzarella, truffle patè, and local wines. Then, continue to a top pizzeria in the city center for slices with gourmet toppings.

Discover Rome’s rich gastronomic traditions on this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Explore the Trevi district and visit the Campo de Fiori Market to sample a number of treats such as pizza, cured meats, prosciutto, pasta, gelato, and much more. See some of the Eternal City’s famous landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more as you follow your guide around some of Rome’s hidden gems.

Get out of Rome for the day and enjoy the Tuscan countryside without needing to spend the night—ideal if you’re short on time. Visit vineyards with beautiful views over the ancient landscapes, sit down to a 3-course meal at one winery restaurant, and get the chance to sample a variety of local wines. Receive personalized attention from your guide, too, as this is an intimate small-group tour.

Visit one of Italy's most famous regions, Tuscany, and sample some of its famous wines on this full-day tour from Rome. Travel through the Tuscan countryside and visit the medieval town of San Gimignano. Your tour also includes stops at two wineries where you enjoy guided tastings of Tuscan wines along with local snacks.

Learn to cook classic Roman dishes during a group cooking class held inside a local restaurant near the Vatican. Instead of just dining out, step into the kitchen to prepare fresh fettuccine, stuffed ravioli, and tiramisu, with guidance that helps you recreate the recipes at home. After cooking, sit down with your group to enjoy your meal with unlimited wine, plus additional courses prepared by the chef.

Traveling in Rome when you follow a gluten-free diet can be a challenge, especially if you aren’t fluent in Italian. Make things easier on yourself by touring with a private guide who can help avoid accidentally eating hidden gluten. Visit family-run businesses, some of which have been around for centuries, to taste treats and sip wines, all without worry.