Flavors of Philly Food Tour

From$65
3 hours
Commentary: Guide · en
Philadelphia, USA

About this activity

Join the Flavors of Philly Food Tour for a 3-hour guided walking experience through Philadelphia's historic neighborhoods, savoring iconic dishes and learning about the city's rich culinary heritage.

Highlights

  • Explore Philadelphia's historic neighborhoods
  • Taste iconic Philly cheesesteaks and soft pretzels
  • Discover the city's rich culinary history
  • Visit local eateries and hidden gems
  • Learn about Philadelphia's diverse food scene

Full description

The Flavors of Philly Tour is great for out-of-towners! Terrific value--Philly history AND full lunch rolled into one great adventure. Features cheesesteaks, tomato pie, soft pretzels, and 2 desserts at the iconic Reading Terminal Market.

Included / Excluded

  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Food tasting
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Hotel pickup

Itinerary

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Pass by: Discover Philly's most popular food favorites while getting a taste of the city's rich history and culture! Eat like a local on this fun, casual, Philadelphia themed tour that all of 'youz' are sure to enjoy! This delicious and entertaining tour takes place in the heart of Philadelphia and includes 5 stops. Make room: this is not only a tasting adventure, but a meal that includes classic Philly eats like cheesesteaks and cheese whiz fries, tomato pie, soft pretzels, and two sweet treats from the world-famous Reading Terminal Market! Get the scoop on Philly’s food history with quirky stories about how some of these iconic foods came to be, and walk away with food in your tummy and some insider tips about the best places to eat like a Philadelphian. This one-of-a-kind tasting experience brings you to where the locals really eat—low-key, no-frills, independently owned gems that share the uniquely unpretentious vibe of the city. In addition to some first class sightseeing, you’ll visit an authentic mom-and-pop pizzeria, a soft pretzel bakery, the historic Reading Terminal Market and much more. This tour is served up with a generous side of humor, Philadelphia history, and a helping of beautiful architecture that includes an up-close look at City Hall—the second-largest government building in the country! We’ll keep you off the tourist beat, introduce you to places locals love, and immerse you in the culinary experiences that have made Philly foods world-famous. Not designed for children under the age of 5. Contact us for private tours for children. Content and Schedule subject to change without notice. **In rare circumstances tours may be cancelled due to low attendance.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The finale of our food tour will end with desserts in the bustling Reading Terminal Market. Stay longer to enjoy some shopping!

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
  • Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
  • The meeting point is centrally located; consider using public transportation or parking nearby.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves moderate walking.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day's conditions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Children age 0-2 are free but will not receive food unless a ticket is purchased

Traveler reviews

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Enjoyed It

Really enjoyed this food tour. Adam was a great & informative tour guide. Experienced the different ‘flavors of Philly,’ and the food was all yummy!

Maggie_HJul 2, 2026VIATOR

What a great tour!

What a great experience! It was our first time in Philly. Adam was an awesome guide! I highly recommend this tour. Come hungry!

Seattletraveler223Jun 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Steve was a great tour...

Steve was a great tour guide. He introduced us to all of Philly’s favorites. It was raining the entire tour but Steve made it the best it could be.

Jo_HJun 28, 2026VIATOR

Delicious tour!

We loved this food tour of Flavors of Philly! Our guide gave so many interesting stories and background to the places and foods we were eating. You could tell she truly loved Philly and loved sharing the things she loved with all of us on the tour.

S8316AQjonisJun 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour guide and great food!

Great, friendly, knowledgeable tour guide! She was fantastic. Gave great tips for afterwards and told rich history of the city!

MaryKim_EJun 24, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

A phone number for a member of your party is required, in case we must contact you for any reason prior to your tour. Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required Children must be accompanied by an adult Minimum age is 5 years Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately