Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour
Description
The Reading Terminal Market is a must-see for anyone in Philadelphia. Designed for locals, visitors, students, and fans of the Market, join us as we explore the Market's rich history, witness the skilled cooking styles passed down from generations, and take in the diverse and mouth-watering scents from the 80+ merchants. Starting off with a famous Philly snack, this 45-minute tour will tantalize your taste buds and provide insight into the Market's vibrant history. Our expert guide will lead you through the Market's bustling aisles, pointing out must-see spots and sharing stories of the Market's past. Come enjoy a fun and informative tour of the market, with an option to take home a scrumptious treat too. Advanced booking is required; walk-ons not guaranteed a spot. Our Tour Guides accept tips, and they are greatly appreciated. Tipping is left up to the individual, but as a general practice, 20% is the common gratuity for service workers.
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Itinerary
Come taste the Market's history, hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses, see their products, and be the first to learn about new offerings. Our small group tours are designed to deliver the Reading Terminal Market experience. The tour includes hearing about the Market's history and evolution, becoming familiar with the layout, and hearing about many of the merchants that make up the Market. You'll see the numerous bakeries, produce grocers, butchers, gourmet vendors, and other shops during the tour.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children age 0-2 are free but will not receive food unless a ticket is purchased
- Gluten and dairy are included in the food items. Please contact us in advance if seeking accommodation
Reviews(16)
Mr. Matt really showed that he enjoys doing what he does. I found it excellent that he was on a first name basis with several people. He explained how they work together. He explained the pride some of the businesses had because they were passed down from the previous generation. My favorite places were Beck’s Cajun and Ma Lessie. I would definitely recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for your great review! It's an honor being the official tour guides for the Reading Terminal Market and getting to know the families and stories intimately, and sharing them on our tours. We're so glad you had a great time on your tour and enjoyed Beck's and Ma Lessie's! Great selections!! We can't wait to have you back for more during your next trip to Philly!
Matt was wonderful. Full of great details about the market and its history. Well spoken and a fun afternoon spent in the market with him!
This makes us so happy! We're honored to be the official tour team for the Reading Terminal Market and appreciate you spending part of your day with us to explore beyond just grabbing some food. Thanks for including this as part of your trip to Philly. We hope to have you back on more of our other food tours during your next visit!
Adam was a great tour guide. He knew so much history and background of the Reading Terminal. He gave us great tips and suggestions on why he enjoys the wonderful food offered. We had a very nice time talking with him!
Thanks so much for your great review! We're extremely glad you enjoyed Adam's vast knowledge and fun conversation. He truly is an awesome guy and we're lucky to have him on our team. We hope to see you back for more soon!
There's more to the Market than meets the eye! Matt explained its history to us, showed how it's family-oriented, and pointed out how several vendors sell meats and produce to other vendors. He also pointed out his personal-favorite products! Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for the kind review! We're so happy you enjoyed seeing how the Market is all connected behind the scenes. Sharing those stories, family ties, and some hidden gems is one of our favorite parts of the tour. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back on more of our food tours soon!
We really enjoyed this tour with Tootsie! She knows everything and everyone because she used to be a vendor at the market for 30 years! Tootsie was friendly and funny! We learned about the history of the market and about certain specific vendors. Also the tour included a couple of delicious treats. After the tour was over, we explored the market some more and had some food. The tour definitely enhanced our experience of the market. We love making real human connections when we travel.
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you loved your time with Tootsie. Her years in the Market make the experience truly special and we're lucky to have her on our team. Glad the snacks, stories, and connections helped you enjoy the Market. We hope to have you back for more the next time you’re in Philly!
Great to spend a full day walking , smelling and tasting. So many different kinds of shops, food from breakfast to snacks to full time dinner. The best places have long libes like Chicken Waffles, Ice Cream stops and everything Philadelphia. Everyone is very friendly and just a great time to walk and see all.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you enjoyed exploring the Reading Terminal Market with us. It really is such a special place in the city to eat your way through. We’re glad you had a great time and hope to see you again for another delicious adventure!
I arranged this tour for a group. Matt was very easy to work with (he even accommodated my last minute changes). Tootsie did our tour of Reading Terminal Market. She knew everything there was to know about the market. After our tour, Matt met up with us and we did a scavenger hunt. It was a fun way to end our tour.
Thanks so much! We loved having your group explore the Market with us during their visit to Philly and had such a great time with everyone. Thank you for your kind words - it's out honor to share the Market in an informative and delicious way. Safe travels back home! We hope to see you all again during your next visit to Philly :)
The tour guide did not turn up. I waited for over half an hour and I was at the meeting place 15 minutes early. Very unprofessional.
We have photo proof that you were not at the meeting location. The Guide was there along with the other 10 guests and we had a great time. I'm sorry you missed the tour. Although this breaks our refund policy, we had already processed your refund. Still think we're "very unprofessional"?
We learned so much about a place I’d been to many times. I never knew the history and early evolution of the Reading Terminal Market. It was really fun to take my kids and watch them decide which foods to try.
Thanks so much for your kind words! We love hearing that even frequent visitors discover something new with us. It’s especially great that you got to share the experience with your kids! Hope to see you again soon for more Philly food adventures.
It was a productive and fun way to spend 45 minutes. Before taking the tour I always felt overwhelmed upon entering the market. I never did more than step inside and upon witnessing the hustle and bustle step back out. The market seemed crowded, enormous and overwhelming. The tour covered the history of the market, the composition and types of shops, lots of fun fact and a couple of local snacks. I learned that the lines move quickly and the vendors are friendly! I no longer feel intimidated but instead comfortable.
This makes us so happy to hear that our tour helped make your time in the Market more fun and personable!! It's an honor being able to share the delicious foods and family stories of the Market and we are very grateful that you joined our tour and shared your great review. Thanks so much!
