Food Markets in Rome - Skip Campo Dei Fiori & Go To These

Visiting Rome’s food markets is one of the best ways to experience the culinary soul of the Eternal City.

From traditional Italian produce to innovative pizza, food souvenirs and typical Roman food, these food markets showcase the diversity and richness of Roman culinary traditions.

But which ones should you go to?

The most obvious answer is Campo de’ Fiori (in every single guide book ever written on Rome) but that’s actually one you might consider skipping. I will go over it, however, for anyone interested.

Additionally, I will tell you which markets to visit instead, and I’ll give you my favorite snacks and stalls at each.

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Map Of Food Markets In Rome

Quick Guide To Markets In Rome

Market in Rome	Address	Hours	Good To Know
Campo dei Fiori Market	Piazza Campo de’ Fiori	Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 14:00	Touristy market with high prices
Mercato delle Coppelle	Piazza delle Coppelle	Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 13:00	Best place for good produce in city center
Testaccio Market	Via Aldo Manuzio, 66b	Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 14:30	Great food stalls for sampling street food in Rome
Mercato Esquilino	Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II	Hours: Mon – Thu, 05:00 am – 15:00 pm; Fri – Sat, 05:00 am – 17:00 pm	Open in afternoons
Trionfale Market	Via Andrea Doria	Mon, Wed, Thu, 08:00 – 14:00; Tue, Fri, 08:00 – 19:00	Rome’s largest food market
Mercato dell’Unità	Via Cola di Rienzo	Mon – Saturday 7:00 – 18:00	Not far from the Vatican
Mercato San Cosimato	Piazza di S. Cosimato, 64	Mon – Saturday 6:30 am-2:30 pm	Good prices

Learn more about Italian Markets:
How to Shop at Markets in Italy
10 Rules for Shopping at Markets in Italy
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My Favorite Markets in Florence
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Rialto Market in Venice

An In-Depth Guide To Rome’s Food Markets

Campo dei Fiori Market

Piazza Campo de’ Fiori

Hours: Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 14:00

Rome’s oldest food market is located in the lively Piazza Campo de’ Fiori in the Historic District. This market caters primarily to tourists (meaning high prices as well!) while locals tend to shop elsewhere.

They sell fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, fish, and flowers, along with plenty of touristy items which I don’t recommend (such as bad limoncello).

What I do like about this market is that it’s central and you can stop in to see demonstrations of how to peel artichokes or clean puntarelle, both staple foods of Roma.

BUT if you are actually looking to get some good, local produce sold to you by a nearby farmer, go to Mercato delle Coppelle or any of the larger markets further out of the city center.

Tip: Surrounding the market are numerous bars and restaurants, making it a good square to visit should you also be looking for a coffee, slice of pizza bianca or a bite to eat.

Mercato delle Coppelle

Pile of salad for sale at a market in Rome, Italy.

Piazza delle Coppelle (Historic District)

Hours: Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 13:00

This small yet picturesque street market is located near the Pantheon in Rome’s Historic District. Mercato delle Coppelle offers a decent selection of fresh fruit, vegetables, and flowers each morning, primarily catering to locals.

If you are in the center of town and looking to pick up produce, I would opt to come here instead of Campo de’ Fiori market anyday as the quality is much better.

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Testaccio Market

Via Aldo Manuzio, 66b

Hours: Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 14:30

Testaccio Market is one of Rome’s trendiest gastronomic destinations for both locals and tourists alike and my personal favorite. Located in a modern building near the MACRO Museum, the market combines traditional food stalls with contemporary eateries. Here, you can find fresh seasonal produce, artisanal street food, and gourmet delicacies to bring home to your apartment and get cooking or as food gifts.

For a quick bite and some of the best and cheap eats in Rome, don’t miss my favorites pit stops:

Da Artenio Bakery: Best for takeaway dishes
Mordi e Vai: Famous for its sandwiches and fried goodies
Da Corrado: Known for wine, light meals, and quick pasta dishes
Casa Manco: some of the best pizza in Rome

Tip: Open air markets in general get quite busy and if you hope to buy some snacks at these spots, get there early which means at 12:00 for a seat at Da Corrado.

Mercato Esquilino

Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II

Hours: Mon – Thu, 05:00 am – 15:00 pm; Fri – Sat, 05:00 am – 17:00 pm

Located in one of Rome’s most multicultural neighborhoods, Mercato Esquilino is a melting pot of culinary traditions.

Italian stalls sit alongside Indian, North African, and Asian vendors, making it the best place to discover authentic global flavors and ingredients (this may be you if you are spending extended time in Rome and looking to cook some food from home).

You can find anything from foreign spices and exotic produce to traditional Italian staples, with the widest selection. And unlike other food markets in Italy, this one is open in the afternoon as well.

Trionfale Market

Inside the Mercato Trionfale in Rome, Italy. Meat for sale in stalls on either side and fruit stand in the back right.

Via Andrea Doria

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, 08:00 – 14:00; Tue, Fri, 08:00 – 19:00

The Trionfale market is Rome’s largest food market (and one of the best all-around in Italy), boasting over 250 indoor stalls.

The market’s unique organization includes color-coded stalls, making it easy to shop around and find what you want:

Green: Produce
Light Green: Produce grown by the vendor
Yellow: Dry goods, household items, and bakeries
Blue: Fishmongers
Red: Butchers

Trionfale remains a favorite among locals because the vendors sell their own products and other local specialties.

Tip: For a perfect street food snack, be sure to pick up roasted pork (porchetta) from Ariccia. Get it in a sandwich, take it home for later or pack it up for a picnic.

Mercato dell’Unità

Piles of chicory for sale at the market in Rome.

Via Cola di Rienzo

Hours: Mon – Sat, 07:00 – 18:00

Located in Prati, north of the Vatican, Mercato Dell’Unità is a covered food market with a vibrant and bustling vibe. It’s the perfect stop after a trip to the Vatican or St. Peter’s square. Here, you can sample Roman street food, cured meats, cheese, local bread and freshly baked pastries, among many other things!

And of course, if you are looking for ingredients to make a picnic or some fresh fruit back to your hotel, they have everything you need.

Mercato San Cosimato

Woman looks at fruit and veggies for sale at an outdoor market in Rome - San Cosimato. It's in a piazza on a cloudy day.

Piazza di S. Cosimato, 64

Hours: Monday-Saturday 6:30 am-2:30 pm

Mercato San Cosimato is a great neighborhood market in Trastevere perfect for travelers staying in this quaint neighborhood and looking for a bit of fresh produce to bring home and cook a meal at their apartment rental.

This is a market catering to the residents of Trastevere so you can be sure to find the best prices and local products.