South End Boston Tour: Food Tasting & History
4.9
57 Ratings
Boston
Discover the rich history and vibrant food scene of Boston's South End neighborhood on a walking food tasting and cultural tour. Sample local specialties and learn about the chefs and proprietors who have shaped this culinary haven.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- South End - Explore one of Boston’s most hip and historic neighborhoods while noshing on delicious local food specialties!
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- Dive into history, architecture, and local culture
- 3 to 3.5-hour guided walking tour
- Savor all food tastings at local spots
- Enjoy a blend of Food, Facts, and Fun
What's Not Included
- Gratuity for your tour guide is not included in your ticket price. If you have a great time and wish to consider, gratuities are graciously accepted at the conclusion of the tour.
- Parking is available at multiple parking lots in the South End. Confirmation will include 2 recommended parking options that range from $2.5/hour to $15 per day. Additionally, on street, metered parking is free on Sundays.
Additional Information
Delectable & Diverse South End Expedition
We invite you to partake in a culinary and cultural exploration on foot through the neighborhood of South End in Boston. The heritage-rich South End, coupled with its celebrated gastronomic scene, provides an unmatched blend for a unique and splendid adventure in one of Boston’s most lively and edible districts!
Throughout this tasty journey, you’ll get the opportunity to:
• Wander around the local streets and discover the South End
• Taste a variety of food delicacies from neighborhood establishments
• Understand more about the chefs and owners of South End and how the neighborhood’s history has shaped its contemporary culture
- Tours run rain or shine - we have fun in all types of weather, so please come prepared for the forecast!
- This experience is not recommended for participants under 12 years of age
- This experience is not appropriate to attend with toddler or infants and strollers are not permitted on any of our tours
- All participants must have a ticket and advance ticket purchase is required.
- Please Note: Departure location varies by travel date. Exact meeting location provided with confirmation.
Location
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West Newton Street
Please plan to meet your guide right outside of the restaurant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(57 Ratings)
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Carole_s
Sep 17, 2023
Didn’t know the area... - Didn’t know the area before the tour
Very interesting walk of the neighborhood
Quality and variety of food offered was excellent
Tour guide was great!
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I7890xkrichards
Aug 14, 2023
WORTH IT! For food AND local information! - A great variety of foods to sample! There was nothing I DIDN'T like! Although the vegan ice cream really stood out.....!
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Michelle
Jul 30, 2023
We came, we saw, we ate, we learned. - Despite starting and ending the tour in a downpour, we had a really fantastic time! My partner and I are both pescetarians and although there we no fish options available, all stops accommodated us as vegetarians without making us feel like we were missing out on something amazing. We learned not only about the food we were eating, but about the restaurants, the people behind the restaurants, the neighborhood, and the architecture of the area. Our guides and hosts, Katie Barron and Natalie Pena, were both interactive, energetic, knowledgeable, and above all passionate about what they do and eat!! The portions are "just a taste," but after 6 stops you leave with a satisfied belly and full brain. Thanks again for a great afternoon!
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Jeremiahb808
Jun 18, 2023
Hidden Gems of South Boston - We had a great time learning about the historical and cultural background of South Boston while sampling some of the most unique dishes. One of our favorites was the almond filled dates wrapped in bacon from the Orinoco. Our guides were very knowledgeable and we would not hesitate to recommend this tour to others.
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Erica_c
Nov 6, 2022
Wonderful - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about this area of Boston. The historical information was very interesting and informative. The food was amazing! It was wonderful to experience food from so many different cultures! I highly recommend this food tour!
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Bearkuhn13
Oct 4, 2022
Food Tour of Boston's South End - Had a great tour with Katie, our tour guide! She was super friendly, and definitely had the knowledge of the Boston South End. The food showcased the diversity of the neighborhood and I was definitely full by the end!
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User999
Aug 25, 2022
Awesome food tour in neat neighborhood - This was an EXCELLENT tour I highly recommend! The South End tour hits a good variety of ethnic restaurants & our tour guide, Katie, was excellent. You also find out fun & interesting facts about the history of the South End neighborhood (like statues made by a blind man or a tin roof on a restaurant etc.).
This gets you off the beaten path of some of the more touristy areas/restaurants & gives a variety of savory and sweet treats. We also had a smaller group (8 people) as we went during the week & our group members were wonderful to chat with too.
I WOULD NOT recommend eating anything beforehand though! I think it is in the tips that the food may not fill you up, but we were more than full from this tour. HIGHLY RECOMMEND-excellent company & tour.
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Pamela
Aug 20, 2022
Sweet and Savory is enough said!!! GREAT TOUR!! - It was nice to taste different flavors as well as some familiar flavors. Each stop was described in detail and all the establishments were welcoming and clean! Tour guides were great! Went away FULL and canceled dinner reservations! THANKS for a great food tour. (FYI - I have been on over five food tours and I would rate this one Excellent!)
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Cbdandbpd
Jul 8, 2023
Very enjoyable - The guide was excellent I actually did the tour about a year and a half ago
Very much the same the restaurants were the same except for one Food very nice Portions certainly generous
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Pioneer19000593779
Jul 6, 2023
Be sure to read the exactly what will be included. - Our guide Katie was great. Learned lots about South Boston. I’m disappointed because I thought we would be having traditional Bostonian foods like brown bread and beans, Boston Cream Pie, etc. so clearly I picked the wrong tour. That’s why I didn’t give you a 5.
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