Boston Seafood Adventure: Historic Culinary Walking Tour
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90 Ratings
Boston
Embark on a historic culinary walking tour in Boston and discover the city's iconic sites while indulging in delicious seafood dishes. From lobster rolls to clam chowder, experience the best of Boston's renowned seafood fare.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Observation Deck at Independence Wharf - Your tour begins at Boston’s Independence Wharf, where the viewing deck serves up amazing views of the city. Meet your local guide who will point out notable landmarks such as Fort Point and the Seaport District, which was once a bustling commercial port and is now a thriving neighborhood. You’ll also be able to see the site of the historic Boston Tea Party.

  • Harborwalk - Visit the Harborwalk, a pathway that connects the neighborhoods along the Boston Harbor. While there, gain an understanding of the harbor’s rich history and make sure to take in the stunning views.

  • Long Wharf - Walk past the first main port of Boston, where all goods came into the city for almost 200 years.

  • Quincy Market - Visit this famous food hall in the heart of Boston, known for its diverse dining options, shopping and entertainment.

  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - This historic marketplace and meeting hall played a significant role in the American Revolution and is often referred to as the Cradle of Liberty.

  • Rose Kennedy Greenway - End your tour at the Rose Kennedy Greenway, a public park with beautiful green spaces and restaurants, and conveniently located near transportation links. Your guide will be happy to give you recommendations on the best places to eat, drink and visit if you plan on staying longer in Boston.

What's Included
  • Enjoy classic New England dishes including clam chowder and fried clams
  • Support sustainable and responsibly sourced seafood
  • Explore historic neighborhoods in Boston
  • Receive personalized recommendations for attractions and dining
  • Tour with a friendly local food enthusiast
  • Savor an ultra-fresh lobster roll
  • Experience stunning views of Boston Harbor
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and additional food
  • Tips/gratuities for your guide
Additional Information

Embark on a walking tour of Boston to savour its rich history and gastronomy. Accompanied by a local guide, you will explore notable landmarks such as Independence Wharf, Boston Harbour, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to their preferred seafood spots, from quaint waterfront shacks to traditional restaurants, for you to feast on some of Boston’s most acclaimed seafood delicacies. With offerings from juicy lobster rolls to decadent clam chowder, you can relish an assortment of regional specialties made with ethically procured, local produce.

  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
  • This seafood tour centers around shellfish and therefore is not suitable for anybody with a shellfish allergy, as we are unable to offer suitable substitutions. For any other food allergies please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure or we cannot guarantee suitable food alternatives.
  • Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers between 4 km (2.5 miles) of walking.
  • You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
  • This tour runs year-round and will proceed rain or shine unless such weather constitutes a dangerous situation.
Location
470 Atlantic Ave
Atlantic Avenue
470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (Outside of the Independence Wharf Building, corner of Atlantic Ave. and Seaport Blvd.)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Dbanurse
Apr 12, 2024
The Best Seafood Tour of Boston - Chanta was absolutely amazing! He took us on a fabulous tour of Boston Seafood but we had the added benefit of his vast knowledge of the city and its history. We had the absolute best lobster roll, delicious fresh oysters, a new and incredible dish called a quahog, creamy and rich “chowda” and finished with melt in your mouth fried calamari. We did the private tour; it was 4 of us and I highly recommend it. Chanta (“rhymes with Santa”) is one of the best guides we’ve ever had with Viator (and we’ve had wonderful guides). If you can ask for him I promise you won’t be disappointed with his tour, his great sense of humor and most of the all the phenomenal food!!
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Daydream794871
Apr 6, 2024
Seafood tour in Boston - We had the best time with Alex. My family loves seafood and couldn’t wait for this tour. It poured rain and it was windy and very cold but the warm clam chowder was just what we needed! Thank you Alex for sharing your history knowledge and love of Boston!
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Wanderer27176056419
Mar 29, 2024
Hungry for more! - Chantha is an incredible storyteller and host. We had a great time learning more about our nation’s history and noshing on great food. If you’re looking for a kind and informative tour guide look no further. I would love it if he did Jeopardy trivia classes, lol!
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Tanya_q
Mar 24, 2024
Increasing square footage - Interesting personal view of Boston’s recent history - big dig- and how it is similar to the Boston’s land transformation.
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Amulder1442
Mar 12, 2024
Great food, good times! - Great tour! Nabil was friendly and knowledgeable. Showed us great food and a good time. Went with my family (2 elementary kids) and he did a good job keeping them entertained while giving us the history. Would highly recommend.
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Gudrun
Mar 10, 2024
Nice trip - Very nice tour and the guide was very good.We heart so much about the history of Boston. The food was good and something we hád not tried before.
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L9523waelainel
Mar 9, 2024
Tour guide Chantha make this Adventure the best! - Our tour guide Chantha was fantastic! He provide so much great history and interesting facts. We also loved all of the seafood sampling along the way!
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Elaine_l
Mar 9, 2024
Wonderful! - Wonderful tour guide and most delicious sampling of seafood! Recommend visitors & locals to enjoy this tour!
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Joycehastravelbug
Jan 28, 2024
Great food! Great tour! - The tour was great. Our tour guide for the afternoon, Chantha, was amazing. He showed us neat views (who knew there was a free observation desk on Atlantic Ave!), cool maps, neat memorials (from the toothpick to the bostone stone) and basically ferried us from one yummy seafood place to another. From James Hook lobster rolls to The Salty Dog baked stuffed quahog to Union Oyster House corn bread and clam chowder and more, Chantha deftly coordinated our arrival, got us places to sit/stand to eat, got our food for us and shared the coolest stories about the food and the surroundings. 100% recommenda
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Joyce_k
Jan 28, 2024
Great food! Great tour! - Chantha was a great tour guide and the food was amazing. Chantha knew the coolest stories about the Boston tea party, James Hook and Co., and the development of Boston. The lobster roll from James Hook, clam chowder and corn bread at The Union Oyster House stuffed quahog from The Salty Dog, Crab Cakes from Red's Best and apple cider donuts were all amazing! 100% recommend and ask for Chantha.
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