Boston Food & History North End Freedom Trail Walking Tour in Boston booking from $104.00

Boston Food & History North End Freedom Trail Walking Tour

Overview

Discover the local side of Boston’s most popular neighborhood, the North End. Visit Boston’s most revered church and snack your way through the neighborhood, tasting meats, cheeses, fresh bread, pastries, pizza and cappuccino. Continue along the Freedom Trail and beyond and experience modern Boston through the city’s incredible history. From the iconic Boston Harbor, into the heart of beautiful Beacon Hill, join your local guide on an experience that connects you to the Boston of old and new.

City: Boston

Thu 10 Oct

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What's Included

Entrance fee to the historic Old North Church (or equivalent alternative)

3 food stops (with a variety of food samples such as fresh bread, pizza, meats, and cheese)

1 food and drink stop (Hot Italian beverage and Pastry)

Enjoy a surprise local treat

Enjoy the stunning views from Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market

Friendly Local, English-speaking guide

Learn about the Sons of Liberty and see where the Boston Tea Party took place

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance to the Massachusetts State House requires a government ID and all guests must pass through metal detectors. The State House is open on weekdays only, we will find alternate sites to visit on weekends.
This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests.
Small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: The Food to Freedom 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.
All tours follow the latest local health authority advice. Urban Adventures has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which recognises companies that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.

What To Expect

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.

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

On most weekdays (government hours only!) you have a chance to see the government at work inside the inspiring, historic, and beautiful Massachusetts State House, designed and built by famous federalist architect Charles Bulfinch in 1798. Outside the State House, 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. We continue our journey through Beacon Hill, where you’ll have a chance to take in the quintessential architecture of Boston’s red brick row houses.

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.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (823)

Debra_H

Sep 2021

My husband and I love foodie tours. Usually they are planned and the entire event is smooth. We have never paid quite as much, however, this was a 5 hour event that included history. I want to add, I did not go anywhere that wasn't interesting and there was no question our guide knew his history. However, we upgraded from a 2 hour event to the 5 hour because we knew there would be plenty of stops while we walked. First problem was that the places we went were good, however when just food , we were not offered water, even tap, which is a bonus because some of us need something to drink while we eat. None of the places we went to eat seemed like they were expecting us. That made many of us uncomfortable. Next phase 2, after 3 hours and a few food stops that were good, we were left in a park for at least 25 minutes while our guide went to get the next group for their 2 hour event with food. WE were originally going to be in that group before we changed to the 5 hours. A group of 5 peoplecame up to us from our group and they, like us, were frustrated. My husband and I had just discussed how disappointing this was when they came to ask us if we felt it was unorganized and also that they felt like we were not expected in the food locations. Those people left to go get a beer to cool off. Now, by this time we were wondering if the guide would return. He did show up with a few other people. First thing he said was that we would go immediately to get samples of local beer to cool us off. I needed a drink and told him I could wait since we going to stop in just a few minutes. He mentioned a beer several times in an hour and a half. Mind you, this new foodie group has had no stops at all. Finally, guide said he was realizing that not everyone liked beer so we would skip that. Um, no one was given a choice. 20 minutes later he stopped at a store and said he had to get some water. I had told him several times I had to get a drink of something so I told him I would go too. We both bought our waters. Fast forward to 5 1/2 hours total, the only food or drink provided was what we got in the first 2 hours. He never stopped even for the second group. Now as I said we love foodie tours. Usually we would sample some of the most interesting and delicious food. Some places we returned to on our own because the hosts and food was so good. Most of the people in our total group had never been on a foodie tours and I doubt they will again. Last thing is that I have some health issues. Now I can walk that much but 2 and 1/2 hours non stop was too much for me. By the time we stopped at a park to end, I immediately went to sit down I told my husband to call for an Uber to go back where we staying because I was in so much pain and so thirsty I couldn't walk to the T to take the very quick trip back. I am sorry to be so long winded but this was my birthday and my "gift" from my husband. I loved seeing the places we saw and the history, even the last 1/2 hour or so we might not have had time to see but it wasn't worth the toll it took on me. I want people that read this to know that we have been on at least 4 food tours before this that and they were beyond amazing so try again in the next city you visit.

Shelly_S

Sep 2021

Janet was very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. We in joined her tour very much. Highly recommend to take the food and freedom Trail history tour

Elaine_T

Sep 2021

Our guide, Janet was an experienced professional— warm, witty, knowledgeable, and considerate. She always checked in on those of us in the group who needed to sit down on occasion due to physical ailments. The five hours seemed to fly. I recommend this tour highly.

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