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

Fri 18 Oct

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $104.00

Make a reservation

Fri 18 Oct

Starting at $104.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (103) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (113) Entry Tickets (47) Sporting Events (1) Good for Small Groups (6) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (41) Walking Tours (697) Outdoor Activities (20) Limitied Availability Tours (6) LGBT Friendly Tours (4) Family-friendly Activities (7) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (27) Travelers recommend (73) Good for Groups (8) Top Activities (18) Guided Audio Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (135) Attractions to explore (38)

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.

Show 8 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (823)

champeg2017

Jul 2020

As others gave said when you think of 5 hour tour you worry. However every minute is jammed packed w new sights sounds smells and tastes. Great way to see most of Boston then go back and visit spots at your leisure. Ive lived in the city but still saw and learned new things.

Response from Host

Jul 2020

Thank you for that great review! We had a fun time yesterday and I appreciated your sense of humor. One of my favorite things is when I have someone who has lived in Boston on my tour and I get to show them things they never saw before. Enjoy the rest of your time in Boston. cheers!

bridgetvan11

Mar 2020

A couple of weekends ago, my friend and I booked a trip up to Boston for my birthday and on a whim booked the Food & History Tour. It was hands down one of the best experiences of our trip. As a lifelong Boston sports fan growing up in Philadelphia, I was so excited to be in Boston for a Bruins game. Our tour with John was equally as exciting and eventful as the win the Bruins had against the Dallas Stars! We did an extensive walking tour through the city (something like 9 miles!) and there was never a dull moment in our 5 hour excursion. We ate our way through the North End with some phenomenal pastries and cappuccinos and a Sicilian slice from the shop that brought pizza to Boston in 1907... who knew history could taste so good?! We made our way through Faneuil Hall and the Old State House on our way to get a cold Sam Adams across the street from a cold Sam Adams. All of the food and drinks were included in the price of the tour, and every single penny was worth it! John gave me one of the best birthday presents I could've asked for-- an in-depth tour of my favorite city. He knew each location inside and out, and even had a couple of fun facts that you may never had known from just reading a book! He kept us entertained and engaged with his charisma and personability. He made sure to check in with us throughout the trip to make sure we were comfortable and warm as it was a chilly February day. I am so ecstatic that I had the opportunity to meet John, and even more so that he was our tour guide for the day. I will forever remember that day fondly. I will recommend John for every one that plans on heading up to the city for a tour.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Thanks for your review. Our guides always like to show Boston in the best possible way and bring our guests to places they might not find on their own - especially in the North End. We always try to go above and beyond what's expected and it sounds like John did an excellent job. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments. Hope to see you on another Urban Adventures tour. Cheers!

rosemaryd205

Mar 2020

What a fun way to see historic Boston, the North End, sample great food and meet interesting people! Our tour guide, Bridget and Sullie, who was in training, did a wonderful job of sharing insights and stories about the city. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Hi Rosemary! Thanks for the great review! Our guides love to share their knowledge and passion for Boston with all of our guests. From history to architecture to great food - we love Boston and we're glad you enjoyed your adventure with Bridgit. Hope to see you out on another advernture with us soon!

...

218

219

220

...

275

Boston Food & History North End Freedom Trail Walking Tour

Related events

Events in the same area