Boston North End Food Experience Tour

Discover the local side of Boston’s most popular neighborhood, the North End. Visit Boston’s iconic church and explore the neighborhood with tastings of fresh bread, a classic Italian deli-style sandwich, pizza, pastries, and a rich cappuccino. Tradition, history and food define the North End, so join us to discover the best of this dynamic neighborhood. And, we’ll taking you off the beaten path to discover some of our favorite hidden gems, too! 

Highlights

• Take in the history of one of the most influential churches of the American Revolution
• Hear stories from some of the neighborhood’s long-time local merchants
• Walk past some of the most historic locations in Boston’s oldest neighborhood
• Take in the tastes and smells of a traditional salumeria, a generations-old bakery and a family-run pastry shop
• Relax with your local guide, Italian-style, and enjoy one of the best cups of cappuccino or espresso in Boston

We will begin at the lifeblood of Boston, the Boston Harbor, with a walk through a scenic waterfront park, with views of the harbor. We’ll make our way to the heart of the North End, with views of some of the most historic sites and properties in the neighborhood, some dating back to the late 1600s and early 1700s. Delicious food is never far away in the North End.

Your guide will introduce you to a small, hidden Italian bakery serving up fresh bread daily. Break bread with your fellow travelers and let the carbs give you the energy to continue your adventure! A proper Italian salumeria is next, where you’ll enjoy a classic Italian deli-style sandwich at its finest and freshest. 

Next up, we’ll take in the energy of the North End’s busiest corridor, Hanover Street, where it’s time for a mid-tour break with your guide at a traditional Italian café. Here, if you like, you can purchase and enjoy your choice of a classic cappuccino, espresso or tea or just take a minute off your feet. As you let the caffeine kick in, your guide goes back in time into North End history. Hear stories about some of the most influential events that happened in Boston, including Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride.

We make our way to the Old North Church, where we may get to step inside the hallowed walls. After church, we’ll dive deeper into the local side of the North End. A taste of pizza awaits at a neighborhood favorite and the stories are endless. We cap off the North End food experience with samples of the best of the best Italian pastries along the backstreets of this delicious neighborhood. Hopefully there will be a chance to meet and chat with the area’s top bakers, if we catch them at a quiet moment. 

After the tour, you’ll surely be ready to make a dinner reservation. Consult with your guide for the best recommendations and we’ll set you up for an amazing time in Boston.

Are dietary requirements accommodated? We can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Please notify us at least 24 hours before your tour start time. Note that substitutions may differ from the original menu items.

Is the tour suitable for all fitness levels? Yes, it’s suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note it covers about 5 miles of walking.

Do the food stops support the local community? All food stops in Boston’s North End are 100% locally owned and operated. Your participation and any additional purchases directly benefit the local community.