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

Tue 24 Sep

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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)

Boomer2009

Oct 2019

This tour was awesome. Ellie did a great job. The size of the group is great. Even though we only spend the day with our group, felt like we had known them for awhile. Loved all the food stops and drinks stops. Learnt so much. Thanks Ellie

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Thank you for your review! We'll definitely make sure to pass along your compliments to Ellie - you're right, she's a really great guide! We really try to make all of our tours feel like time with a friend instead of a typical, scripted tour, so it's awesome to hear that you felt that on your tour! It means so much to us when travelers take the time to write a review, so thanks again and we hope we'll see you on another tour soon!

CBates8

Oct 2019

This was a really fantastic tour, showcasing the mix of rich history and richer Italian food around downtown Boston. Tim was very knowledgable and passionate about the revolution, the growth of modern Boston and of course its pizza and pastries. Additionally, Tim is welcoming and funny, and we had a really good time on the tour. The highlights for us were the North End itself, the Governors House and Faneuil Hall.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Thank you for your great review! We will be sure to pass your compliments on to Tim. All of our guides all local to the area and we all have a deep passion for our city. Tim has a great perspective and we are glad that you found him so engaging. Walking tours have to be filled with history and information but a good walking tour has to be fun too! And it sounds like you had a great time. The next time you are back in Boston please come back and see us again.

Vance V

Oct 2019

Had Bob as our tour guide, and he was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, and eager to answer questions. He did a great job. This tour involves a lot of walking, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Also be aware that there are many uneven surfaces. You will go to the top of Cobb's Hill and Beacon Hill after starting from the wharf. Not overly strenuous because the pace is relaxed, but understand this tour involves quite a bit of walking. Bob's goal is to show you places that most tourists won't see, as well a provide a lot of historical facts to add interest. What makes this tour especially worthwhile is that it is limited to small groups. With larger group tours, it is often difficult to hear what is being said. Not a problem with this tour. My only complaint is that instead of being titled as a "Food and History Tour", it would more accurately be called a "History Tour with Some Food". There are a few food samples along the way, but not enough in my option to qualify as a 'Food Tour'. Additionally, samples of food were not served with anything to drink. At the least, a small bottle of water would have helped along the way. All in all, time well spent.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hi Vance! Thanks for your awesome review of our Food to Freedom Tour. We totally agree - smaller tours just give everyone a more personal experience. Any Urban Adventures tour you take around the world will have a maximum size of 12, so you'll never get lost in the crowd. I love taking people off the beaten path and having them discover places that most tourists would never know about. And thank you for the other feedback - it is something that we will be discussing internally. We always want to provide an experience that goes way above your expectations so your comments are very helpful. Cheers!

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