2-Hour Boston North End Food Tour with Authentic Italian Flavors
Description
Dive into the historic grit and gourmet soul of the "Cradle of Liberty". We’ll bypass the typical tourist traps to explore the city’s oldest corridors, shifting from the maritime majesty of the waterfront to the legendary cobblestone streets of the North End. The journey begins at the iconic Quincy Market, the crown jewel of the city’s 19th-century urban renewal. Standing beneath its massive copper dome, you’ll discover the market's transformation from a wholesale meat center to a world-class gathering spot. As we cross into the North End, the aroma of roasted garlic and fresh bread signals your arrival in Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood. We conclude your adventure at the Boston Public Market, a vibrant indoor hub that celebrates the rugged spirit of New England’s farmers. Surrounded by stalls of fresh Atlantic seafood and artisan crafts, we’ll gather for your Secret Dish, a savory specialty that captures the essence of Massachusetts heritage.
Tour Options
Itinerary
wander through the oldest city block in America where the winding alleyways still follow the original 17th-century shoreline.
cross this lush "ribbon of contemporary parks" that replaced a massive highway to connect the waterfront to the historic city center.
stand in the city's oldest public square, home to the 1680 Paul Revere House and a sculptural gallery detailing centuries of neighborhood stories.
stop by the famous "Spite House" on Hull Street, a four-story home just ten feet wide built to settle a family grudge.
admire the steeple where the famous "One if by land, two if by sea" lanterns were hung, sparking the American Revolution.
End your journey at this vibrant indoor hub to meet the local farmers and artisans who represent the best of New England's harvest.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(24)
Jack was amazing! Very knowledgeable about everything from the food to the history!
We were delighted to spend the day with you. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours, and we look forward to seeing you again whenever you're exploring another city!
Gabriel was a great guide! Despite our rainy day, we ate in some quaint, dry places, and the food was delicious! I highly recommend this experience!
Behind every tour is a team that cares deeply about getting the details right. Your review means a great deal to everyone at Secret Food Tours. We look forward to having you join us again!
Great tour of North Side with our guide, Sean. The food was great and our guide was friendly and knew a lot about the area.
Every booking represents a choice, and we're grateful yours brought you to us. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours and until next time!
We had a wonderful experience learning more about Boston and tasting great food! Elizabeth, who is Italian, knew so much history about the North End to make the tour so enjoyable.
Thank you for letting us be part of your plans. We hope you'll think of us the next time you're deciding how to spend a day in a new city!
We did a secret tour with Sean and it was amazing. Great guide, very personable, and made it a really enjoyable experience.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Reading your review felt like revisiting the day through your eyes, and we truly appreciate that. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
This is a great tour, mix of history and food. Lots of funny stories and anecdotes. Our guide was Jack and he was the best. So funny and knowledgeable.
Thank you for your feedback! Reading your review was a pleasure, and we’re grateful you chose to share it. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
Fantastic boston food tour with Bryce...we enjoyed every tasting! Thanks
We're delighted to have you with us. It's wonderful to know the tour helped make your time in the city even more enjoyable. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours!
Sean Delaney was an excellent tour guide and knows Boston history. He shared his knowledge with ease and had personal experience with the proprietors of the establishments we visited. We had a very congenial group on our tour and everyone enjoyed the food, the information shared, and the company. Sean was especially helpful when my husband had a fall, and continued to check on him during and after the tour. I highly recommend this tour, and if Sean is your guide it will be a bonus.
We’re grateful that you took a moment to leave feedback. It’s always encouraging when guests connect with the places, stories, and flavors that make each experience unique. We hope to see you again with Secret Food Tours!
Jessica was fun and thorough. Her pre-tour text was welcoming and finding her was easy. We have done many Secret Food Tours around the world and this had more stops and more full portioned servings than others. We left stuffed and happy.
Feedback like this gives our team every reason to keep doing what we do. We’re happy to know the day brought something extra to your time in the city and left such a positive takeaway. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours!
I didn’t realize it was an “express” tour, felt kind of rushed. The food was delicious and loved the donut.
We appreciate you taking a moment to leave this review. It’s rewarding to hear that spending part of your day with us became an overall enjoyable choice during your time in the city. Secret Food Tours would gladly welcome you back!
