North End Boston: Food Tasting and Historical Tour
4.9
1,297 Ratings
Boston
Experience the best of North End Boston with a food tasting and historical tour. Explore the neighborhood, taste delicious local treats, and learn about the city's rich history.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • North End - Your North End to the Freedom Trail combines our North End Food Tour and our History and Highlights Tour to make up a brilliant half day tour that will give you a comprehensive introduction to our fair city.

We will begin at the lifeblood of Boston, the Boston Harbor with a walk through a scenic waterfront park. We’ll make our way to the heart of the North End, with views of some of the most historic sites. Tasty 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. A proper Italian salumeria is next, where you’ll have a chance to enjoy some Italian meats and cheeses. 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.

  • Old North Church & Historic Site - You’ll hear stories about some of the most influential events that happened in Boston, including Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride. We will make our way to the Old North Church and step inside the hallowed walls.
    The Old North Church is closed until the beginning of April. During this time, we will not be able to visit inside the church, but we will stop outside of it.
  • Rose Kennedy Greenway - A taste of pizza awaits at a neighborhood favorite and then we’ll cap off the North End food experience with samples of the best Italian pastries along the back streets of this delicious neighborhood.

Continue on with your guide beyond the North End neighborhood for a leisurely stroll through some of Boston’s best markets and green spaces. You’ll begin the second part of your journey back at the Aquarium “T” Station where we’ll meet more members of the group. From the Harbor, we’ll continue past the Rose Kennedy Greenway.

  • Marriott’s Custom House - See State Street and the historic Custom House Tower, the city’s first skyscraper.
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - Then, your guide will lead you toward the famous Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market.
  • Quincy Market - In downtown Boston
  • Old State House - We will stop in front of the Old State House and site of the Boston Massacre. Was it really a massacre or maybe just great propaganda for the Revolution?
  • Downtown Crossing - A short trek through Downtown Crossing
  • Old City Hall - A short trek through Downtown Crossing brings you to Old City Hall. This beautiful building, done in French Revivalist architecture, was the seat of city government for years in Boston. It also happens to be the site of the birth of public education in America. You’ll definitely want to have your guide snap your picture with the bronze donkey outside the entrance.
  • Massachusetts State House - You’ll love seeing the glittering dome of the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. From the outside, take in the views of modern Boston, including the skyscrapers of Downtown, the Financial District, and the tallest building in New England: The John Hancock Tower.
  • Boston Public Garden - Finally, we’ll arrive at the beautiful Boston Public Garden, one of Boston’s favorite green spaces, where you’ll see locals walking the dogs, playing with the kids and enjoying lunch in the shade.
What's Included
  • Admission to Old North Church included
  • Three diverse food sampling stops
  • Italian hot beverage and pastry included at one stop
  • Special local treat to delight you
  • Panoramic views at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
  • Tour with an amiable English-speaking local guide
  • Learn the history of the Sons of Liberty and Boston Tea Party site
What's Not Included
  • Tips/gratuities for your guide
  • Additional food and drink
Additional Information

Explore the authentic side of Boston’s well-known district, the North End. Take a tour of Boston’s most celebrated church and enjoy a gastronomic experience in the neighborhood, featuring meats, cheeses, freshly baked bread, sweet pastries, pizza and a cup of cappuccino. Extend your journey along the Freedom Trail and beyond, and witness the progression of Boston through its remarkable history. From the landmark Boston Harbor to the scenic heart of Beacon Hill, join your local guide on a journey that links you to both the past and present of Boston.

  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
  • This tour can accommodate vegetarian, vegans, and gluten free options. Please notify us in advance at least 24 h before the tour start time if you have any dietary requests.
  • This tour is environmentally friendly because unlike many of the tour companies in Boston, you walk as opposed to using buses or other vehicles.
  • In the morning when you are in the famous North End, all of the food stops are 100% owned and run by locals, ensuring that local people benefit from tourism to their city. So any inclusions on the tour and additional purchases you make will directly benefit the local community.
  • You also stop at one of the world-famous churches which is as much a part of Boston’s (and America’s) history as you can get. The Old North Church is a non-profit organization that works hard to educate school children and adults on American history and colonial life. By paying an entrance fee, you are helping to maintain the church and their work.
  • We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
  • Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers 2 km (1.3 miles) of walking.
Location
The Greenway Carousel
Atlantic Avenue
The Greenway Carousel (Outside - Next to the Carousel entrance) 191 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02111
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.9
(1297 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Michael_w
Mar 23, 2024
Great tour to dig into the food and history of North End led by a great guide (Alex) - An entertaining tour led by the charismatic Alex who was very passionate about sharing the historical and cultural context of Boston's north end. Great for History buffs or for those wanting to learn more about early society in Boston. As a foreigner i found the story telling by Alex entertaining and absorbing enough to smooth over my complete lack of pre-existing knowledge about the American revolution. It was still a great tour and kept the energy levels up. Thanks Alex - great stuff.
Review provided by Viator
Talya_s
Mar 23, 2024
Excellent - Tour guide was excellent. Food was all delicious. Loved th spots he chose to stop at and the stories. His name was Alex.
Review provided by Viator
Tom_s
Mar 18, 2024
Very good food and freedom trail walking tour - Molly Mitchell Was our tour guide (highly recommend) her. Knows her history. Molly took my husband and I. To Hanover St there was a lot of Italian restaurants, bakeries and coffee had some really good cannolis Molly also took us to the oldest ltalian grocery store they also make really good sandwiches my husband and I went back the next day to get a sandwich (Salumeria Italian ) Molly also took us on a tour of the freedom trail walk past by the old corner bookstore the cemetery where Samuel Adams is buried, also stopped at the Beantown pub across the cemetery, where Samuel Adams is buried our overall experience with Molly as a tour guide was really great
Review provided by Viator
Jrworley
Mar 18, 2024
Great way to see Boston - Molly made the history and food tour enjoyable. She made sure each of us felt comfortable throughout the walking tour.
Review provided by Viator
Vyxtjnfjtq
Mar 17, 2024
Great Tasty Trot Around Town! - Tim was amazing! The food and little facts about the North End are a great introduction to the history that surrounds you. Tim was awesome to edit the tour a bit to cater to the group and do some unique things and fun jaunts around town. 5 hours seems so short but you will have definitely felt like you’ve gone around the whole town in your legs!
Review provided by Viator
Eric_h
Mar 17, 2024
Outstanding - Paul Revere's Home. Such history for a tour. The cradel of the United States of America in one tour.
Review provided by Viator
Jodi_s
Mar 17, 2024
Great experience! - Nabil did a wonderful job! Highly recommend! Would be good to do early on in your trip as Nabil provided great insights and unique info on things to do.
Review provided by Viator
Simon
Mar 16, 2024
Fantastic tour - Fantastic walking tour. Nabil took us to some amazing eating spots that we would have never found on our own. Fantastic guy, super knowledgeable and kept us all entertained for the 5 hour tour. Would highly recommend the North end walking & eating and freedom your and definitely recommend Nabil our guide.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Christianjm5223hp
Mar 15, 2024
North end Food Tour - Tyler, our guide was so informative and knowledgeable about history! The food was tasty and a nice variety! I would highly recommend this tour for out of towners or in-towners, like myself, who forgot what gems are in my own backyard!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Danasi7562pk
Mar 13, 2024
Great for both history and food - Tim was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable, and animated. It was a fantastic tour with lots of opportunities to ask questions. The food was amazing too!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 12 guests
1 Adult
April 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today