New Rome Morning Food Tour in Monti with Rooftop Breakfast

Highlights

• Rooftop breakfast
• Roman street food
• Monti neighborhood

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Monti

   30min

   Start your day with a scenic rooftop breakfast overlooking a historic basilica. Enjoy a flaky pistachio-filled cornetto, a slice of ricotta and cherry pie, and your choice of freshly brewed Italian coffee or creamy cappuccino.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   Pass by

   Pass by one of Rome’s oldest basilicas, dating back to the 5th century. Admire glittering mosaics over 1,500 years old, a gold-adorned ceiling, and sacred relics in this breathtaking and still-active place of worship.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15min

   Sit down to enjoy Rome’s iconic rosetta bread: light, airy, and crisp, filled with savory porchetta and a creative parmigiana twist. Discover this beloved street food rooted in centuries-old baking traditions.

4. 4

   Piazza della Madonna dei Monti

   Pass by

   Stop at Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, the lively heart of Monti in Rome, where history meets a modern buzz. A charming fountain anchors the square, surrounded by cafés and boutiques, long a social hub for locals, markets and street life.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   15min

   This modern Roman salumeria and neighborhood gem (since 1982) offers a tasting of Parma ham, truffle salami, buffalo mozzarella, Parmigiano and honey. A beloved local stop for high-quality cured meats and cheeses.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   Pass by

   Via Panisperna is a historic Monti street rooted in ancient Suburra life, its name linked to “bread and ham” once offered to the poor. It later became famous for Enrico Fermi’s “Via Panisperna boys” and today blends science and history with cafés, artisan shops, and local Roman atmosphere.

7. 7

   Monti

   30min

   A sweet stop in the Monti neighborhood, perfect for a classic Italian tiramisù, served in a cozy local café atmosphere. A perfect finish for a breakfast tour, offering a taste of Rome’s beloved dessert culture in a lively, authentic setting.

8. 8

   Colosseum

   15min

   Two thousand years of history make for an unforgettable backdrop. You'll pause here for a photo that no filter could ever improve: Rome's greatest monument, the Colosseum, right behind you.

Before you go

Location