Boston North End Food and History Tour Stories Behind the Bites

5.0(17)3 hFree cancellationBy Mostly Accurate Tours

About this activity

Discover Boston's oldest neighborhood on a food tour that's equal parts delicious and "mostly" accurate.

Join a local guide as you wander the cobblestone streets of the historic North End, stopping at handpicked restaurants to sample iconic local favorites. Along the way, you'll uncover fascinating stories, colorful legends, and the rich history that shaped one of America's oldest cities.

Perfect for food lovers, history buffs, and curious travelers, this relaxed walking tour combines incredible local flavors with unforgettable storytelling for an experience that's as entertaining as it is delicious.

Tour Highlights

* Enjoy six generous tastings, including handmade ravioli, brick-oven pizza, a classic Italian sandwich, seasonal New England treats, fresh cannoli, and a Boston lobster roll.

* Explore Boston's oldest neighborhood with a local guide.

* Discover fascinating history, local legends, and Mostly Accurate stories.

* All food and 20% gratuity for each stop is included.

What's included

✓Iconic Boston Lobster Roll
✓Sampling of Seasonal New England Favorites in the local market
✓Authentic Italian Sandwich on a Ciabatta roll
✓Handmade Italian Pasta
✓All food is included in the price of the tour, as well as a 20% gratuity for all stops on the tour.
✓Historic Neapolitan Pizza
✓Freshly Filled Cannoli

Not included

✕Gratuity for your guide is greatly appreciated, but not included.
✕There will be water available at some stops, as well as bottled water for sale, but you may wish to bring your own refillable water Bottle.
✕Alcohol is available for individual purchase at the first stop of the tour for those 21+.
✕Hotel Pickup/Dropoff

Meeting and pickup

Please meet 15 minutes before 11:00 in front of the Registry of Motor Vehicles sign at 136 Blackstone Street near the Boston Public Market. Your guide will be holding a large blue lobster!

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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