Explore the best food markets in Rome.

Explore the best food markets in Rome.
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Top Markets in Rome for Foodies

Rome is a heaven for foodies, with dozens of markets dotted around the Eternal City selling everything from artichokes to za'atar.

MERCATO TRIONFALE
Rome’s largest street market has more than 270 stalls selling a vast array of food including cheese, meat and fish from all over Italy.
Via Andrea Doria, 41, 00192 Rome
facebook.com/TrionfaleFoodMarket

MERCATO DI TESTACCIO
Mix of family-run stalls and outlets selling some of the city’s best street food. Grab a panini at Mordi & Vai.
Via Benjamino Franklin 12, 00153 Rome
mercatoditestaccio.it

CAMPAGNA AMICA DEL CIRCO MASSIMO
This farmers’ market takes place at weekends near the Circus Maximus. Great place to try everything from the Lazio region, from sausages to truffles.
Via di San Teodoro 74, 00186 Rome
facebook.com/mercatocircomassimo

MERCATO DELL’UNITÀ
Historic, neoclassical style market in the Prati district selling fresh produce. Stays open until late, also has a clutch of street food vendors.
Piazza dell‘Unità, 53, 00192 Rome
mercatounita.it/il-mercato

NUOVO MERCATO ESQUILINO
Multicultural food market with a huge array of different ethnic food from around the globe including spices and Asian ingredients. Good prices.
Via Principe Amedeo 184, 00185 Rome
marketsofrome.com/esquilino-ex-piazza-vittorio-new-market

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