Boston Food and History Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Boston's historic North End
- Walk the iconic Freedom Trail
- Savor authentic Italian pastries
- Discover hidden culinary gems
- Learn about Boston's rich history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Boston's North End and Freedom Trail
- Tastings at local eateries
- Historical insights from knowledgeable guides
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting point
Start Location
The Greenway Carousel, 191 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02111, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Please inform the guide of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.
- The meeting point is at a central location; plan your transportation accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking; the tour covers several miles.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Can this tour accommodate dietary requirements? Absolutely. We can cater for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Please notify us at least 24 hours before the tour start time if you have any dietary requests. While we do our best to accommodate these needs, substitutions may not be identical to the original menu items.
- Is this tour environmentally friendly? Unlike many Boston tours that use buses or other vehicles, this experience is entirely on foot—making it a more sustainable choice.
- How does this tour support the local community? In the North End, all food stops are 100% owned and operated by locals, ensuring your visit directly benefits the community. Any inclusions and additional purchases you make help support local businesses.
- Do we visit any historic sites? You’ll stop at the world-famous Old North Church, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving American history and educating visitors. Your entrance fee helps maintain the church and its educational programs.
- Can the route or inclusions change? We reserve the right to adjust the route and places visited. Food inclusions may vary depending on availability on the day.
- Is the tour suitable for all fitness levels? Yes, but please note the tour involves approximately 8 km (5 miles) of walking.
- Is this tour child-friendly? Yes! This tour is suitable for families. Children under 4 years old can join free of charge. A reduced child price applies for children aged 4 to 11.
- This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™
Reviews
Wonderful to do in the evening, less crowded. Good for all ages, even kids. Hits all the major sights.
We did an early morning tour with Lorenzo. This was definitely the highlight of our quick stop in DC on the way home from Spring Break. Lorenzo was very knowledgeable and we had a great time. The 7 am tour was perfect for photos of all monuments and buildings! There was no one around and traffic was minimal!
Dr. Cook was fantastic. Would definitely book with them again. He was fun and extremely knowledgable. would highly recommend.
Traveler reviews
Olivia is amazing
Olivia is amazing she made the tour very enjoyable and entertaining
Amazing tour and food!
Olivia was amazing!!! So knowledgeable and friendly!!
Lots of fun
Olivia was amazing we had so much fun
Best canoli in Boston
Great tour with our guide Claire sampling food around the North end and then the freedom trail. Considering it was a five hour experience with a short twenty minute break, Claire really kept the energy up with her enthusiasm, knowledge and lots of interesting facts and figures. The food we sampled was all delicious and we were well looked after. Meeting point pretty easy to find, we took the loop ferry to “Aquarium” and then walked about ten minutes. Do not have a big breakfast before this tour!!
A wonderful tour!
We had a super day today on the Boston Food and History tour with Claire. I would highly recommend this tour. Claire was professional, friendly, knowledgeable and obviously passionate about the history and food we learned so much about. Some of the food stops were serious hidden gems! So happy to spend 5 hours on this tour. The time flew by. We loved it!!!!