Philadelphia: Italian Market Food Tour

Embark on a captivating Italian Market tour in historic South Philadelphia. Discover the vibrant stalls, bakeries, shops, and street art while sampling delicious dishes and immersing yourself in the flavors of this iconic outdoor market.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cianfrani Park - Start your tour in one of the South Philly’s many wonderful public parks, where your local expert guide will introduce themselves and the discuss the culinary journey you’ll be embarking on.
  • Italian Market 9th Street - Down these streets you’ll see stalls and stores of all kinds, as glorious scents and surprising sights surround you. There are many different breads, meats, produce, and cheeses to be enjoyed - along with classics such as cannoli and newer additions like fresh tortillas. You’ll get a chance to speak to some local shopkeepers and hear about their family’s experiences in the market. You’ll also hear about the evolution of this immigrant neighborhood and how foods, dishes, and cuisines from all over the world have found a home in South Philly.
  • Sarcone’s Bakery - Baking the city’s best bread since 1918, Sarcone’s is the perfect place to try Philly’s traditional pizza slice…the tomato pie
  • Isgro Pastries - Making delectable Italian sweets since 1904, including an unforgettable cannoli
  • Blue Corn Restaurant and Bar - Delicious Mexican cuisine with a kick, like the tacos de pollo pibil
  • Talluto’s - Philadelphia - Melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella cheese knots, marinated in a light olive oil await you here
  • Pop Up Café - Two Vietnamese restaurants known for their tasty and flavorful spins on the traditional Banh Mi sandwich
  • Cardenas Oil & Vinegar Taproom - Sip several varieties of olive oil and vinegar from around the world in this tasting room
  • Tortilleria San Roman - Fresh, soft, hot-off-the-press tortilla shells paired with creamy homemade guacamole
  • Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House - Wonderful cafe serving espresso, chocolate truffles and homemade gelato
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Banh Mi Sandwich: complex blend of meats, sauces, and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette
  • Latin American flavors: spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
  • Tomato Pie: The quintessential Philly pizza
  • Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country
  • Local, English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Additional food and drink
  • Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
Additional Information

Situated on 9th Street in the vibrant South Philadelphia, you’ll find the Italian Market, one of the oldest and biggest open-air markets in the United States. This renowned hub of butchers, bakers, specialty retailers, and eateries has been the heart and soul of this historic district since it sprung into existence in the late 19th century. Join us in a leisurely walk through the Italian Market, past colorful fruit stands, aromatic bakeries, a range of shops and boutiques, and clandestine alleyways adorned with amazing street art. Throughout the journey, you’ll get to taste a variety of yummy meals, from cannoli and tomato pie to tacos! Your tour guide will also introduce you to other popular products of the Italian Market and cuisine influenced by immigrants, letting you relish the market’s tastes as you navigate this renowned road. No matter where your guide takes you, expect an explosion of sensations as you uncover one of the most distinct, flourishing, and multicultural regions of the City of Brotherly Love.

Location
Cianfrani Park
South 8th Street
Meet your guide in the center of Cianfrani Park; 721 S. 8th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sandratmontchal
Aug 22, 2024
Great time! - Craig was great! Not only did he bring us to a places with delicious food he was able to give us the history of the area and history of Philadelphia.
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Nandasn6254ok
Aug 4, 2024
Enjoyed! - We really enjoyed the foodtour very much with our guide Chuck. He showed us nice places, explained it all very good to us en let us taste delicious food. We saw a different view of Philadelphia, just like the locals. Interesting!
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N3755zuedo
Jul 31, 2024
A real local feel, and taste of the Italian Market - Our guide Craig, was great. His knowledge and passion showed over and again how much he wanted to share his city and neighborhood
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Pennyann77
Jul 24, 2024
Great tour with Nina - Niña was an excellent tour guide-very knowledgeable. She was also very friendly and just an interesting lady, would recommend her and this tour for anyone who really wants to experience Philadelphia
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Joanne
Jul 20, 2024
Great experience for locals and visitors. - Great opportunity to see and sample food from the Italian market while learning the local history. Nina went above and beyond providing the back story for stops all along the way.
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14bjornb
Jul 19, 2024
Good and nice and friendly tour - Great tour and food trip with info about the history of philedelphia. Went to a lot of italian food stores with good info about it
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Marilyn_l
Jul 17, 2024
Nice tour! - We did this tour while spending two unexpected days in Philadelphia. Our host was very good, knowledgeable and personable. The tastings at various locations were all good. Interesting neighbourhood. Would visit again. Thanks to Heather for guiding us through the Italian market.
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P6579qplauras
Jun 22, 2024
Awesome!! Will do another tour with her. - Nina was knowledgeable- accommodating energetic enthusiastic!! Accommodated each and every need of every participant. Her love for the city of Philadelphia shined through every moment of of tour! Will recommend her to others and take another tour with her!
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Allysonjo04
Jun 17, 2024
Miriam was amazing - Miriam was fantastic.She made the tour so mch fun .We had a blast.The only thing I would change was to possibly include some food, such as pasta and meatball samples.No complaining , just a suggestion.
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Y1393jknicoles
Jun 16, 2024
Excellent Tour - Barry was an excellent tour guide! We enjoyed listening to all of his knowledge of the Italian market and Philadelphia area. The stops were all very good!
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