Iconic 9th Street Italian Market Experience with Food Tastings in Philadelphia booking from $36.16

Iconic 9th Street Italian Market Experience with Food Tastings

Overview

Stroll for two hours with an informative guide through the labyrinth of food stalls at Philadelphia’s 9th Street Italian Market, considered to be the oldest and largest open-air market in the country. Search for authentic Philadelphia foods, and shop to your heart’s content amid a plethora of cheeses, chocolates, deli items and baked goods. You’ll have a chance to chat with local vendors and view mosaic art in South Philly’s characteristic neighborhoods. For a personalized experience, this small-group tour is limited to 12 people.

City: Philadelphia

Tue 25 Feb

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What's Included

Tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay

Visit famous 9th Street Italian Market

Taste 3 food samples on 3 food stops

Discover Philly’s famous landmarks and historical background on 2 hours walking guided tour

Friendly Local, English-speaking guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Attire: A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is recommended; make sure to check the weather report for rain!
Child policy : This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge; at the time of booking, please advise if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
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, including mask usage and social distancing. 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

Philadelphia Urban Adventures

Known for historic landmarks like the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, Philadelphia is also home to another must-see treasure: the 9th Street Italian Market, where butchers, spice merchants and chocolatiers have carried on their families' food traditions since the 1880s.

Italian Market

With your guide leading the way, peruse the array of shops, many of Italian heritage. Wander past cheeses, chocolates, spices and olive oils that tempt your taste buds, and discover myriad produce stalls, as well as a kitchen store. Along the way, stop to talk to market vendors and hear fascinating tales about the development of South Philly over the decades. Your guide can help you find a bargain with special discounts. Continue on toward a variety of Mexican stores in an area where the boxer Rocky Balboa (famously played by Sylvester Stallone) ran through the streets on one of his training runs. Nearby, you’ll find a selection of Vietnamese, Cambodian and Chinese shops. Your 2-hour tour ends around noon — the perfect time to purchase a Philly cheesesteak for lunch!

South Street

Meet your local guide at South Street and walk through the Bella Vista neighborhood in South Philly. Peek down narrow streets where you’ll see mosaic art from a local artist, and then stop by a delectable deli and bakery. Meander along Christian Street before arriving at the Italian Market with its historic marker. Your tour concludes in the heart of the Italian Market in the Bella Vista neighborhood, with easy access to public transportation.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (202)

Wendy K

Sep 2018

Chuck was our tour guide. I just love how connected he is to Philadelphia and it’s rich history and beautiful people. The pride and craftsmanship in the Italian market is inspiring. I loved how Chuck walked us through history while blending the very personal elements of the people and businesses in the market. This tour gives you some behind the scenes experiences with business owners that have made sacrifices to maintain their family business and heritage. Chuck created an open dialogue during the tour and I felt connected to the story of William Penn and Philadelphia that made me want to continue to be open minded and loving towards one another. Thanks Chuck for sharing what the city of brotherly love and sisterly affection truly means!!

Anonymous

Sep 2018

I did this walking tour with our guide Chuck and a group of eight. I was with my sister and we love learning and immersing ourselves in other cultures and worlds. I promise you will have respect for this wonderful place if you take the time to learn about this old city. You could tell Chuck loved his job and it wasnt just a job for him it was his passion to share his city with people from all over, how blessed were we to gain such rich insight and knowledge of not just the South side but of the entire city. I promise you will not be disappointed. It was great to see in a country full of modern day living that the old world still ticks along doing their own thing as they always have been for generations. An awesome tour and experience!

vze44dju

Sep 2018

There's nothing that compares with getting a local's perspective on tour. Chuck was knowledgeable, candid, detailed and patient during our visit to the Italian Market neighborhood. From an intro to Zagar's thought-provoking art while walking through the side streets and alleys to behind-the-scenes peeks in merchant shops in the Italian Market, we were treated to an experience touching all the senses. It was hard for us to decide which shop to return to after the tour. Needless to say, our next trip to Philly will certainly include a return visit to the Italian Market. Thanks, Chuck!

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Iconic 9th Street Italian Market Experience with Food Tastings

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