Map of Famous Food Markets in Rome
I find open air and covered food markets fascinating, and Rome is a place where you can see many thriving markets. Everyone knows the Compo de' Fiori, but the markets in Testaccio and elsewhere are certainly worth exploring, especially if you've rented an apartment or villa in Rome.
Rome's Markets
In some ways, markets are away to escape from the well trodden tourist track. If you like food, you'll like seeing it like you haven't seen it before--not covered in plastic or sitting in styrofoam trays, but as it is. Some people don't like seeing their food as identifiable parts. Markets, then, are not for them.
Rome Apartment Rental
For foodies the best way to experience Rome's food markets is to rent a place with a kitchen for a week. Here are some suggestions:
RomeBy - Look at the list and you can rent apartments, town house suits or residences in Rome.
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