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)

Cal30Prez

Aug 2018

You get more than the Italian Market when Chuck takes you down the south Philly streets and alleys. We learned about some amazing street mosaics along walls of this re-emerging neighborhood. You’ll see the outside/inside and back rooms of the best “old school” meat market, Cannuli’s. Also a cheese shop like none other, DiBruno Brothers. The owners everywhere shared their pride in the long history of these family operations. Definitely worth the 3 hours.

jd50005

Aug 2018

We very much enjoyed our 4 hour walking tour with Chuck our guide who not only spoke about the different parts of the city we walked through, but also provided side stories of his own experiences as well. He also got us to interact during the tour by asking some thought provoking questions. As we walked to the 9th St Italian Market, we were able to see some of Isaiah Zagar's "mirror art" on the walls of some of the side streets. Once at the market we were able to sample fresh baked bread at Sarcone's Bakery, gelato at Anthony's Chocolates, and cheese at Di Bruno Brothers. At the end of the market we were able to see Geno's Steaks and Pat's King of Steaks, two restaurants that serve Cheesesteak sandwiches. We ended the tour by heading back to the Magic Gardens (side entrance so didn't have to wait in the long line to get in as they limit so many people inside) where Isaiah Zagar originally had his studio which has since been turned into a museum to display his "mirror art". Request Chuck when you sign up for this tour and you'll be in for a very educational experience!

Seth K

Aug 2018

Have lived in Philly for years but never got to know the Italian Market until today! Loved the tour. Nina was so much fun and enthusiastic and full of great details. She knew all the great spots. Now I feel I can go back and know where all the treasures are!

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Don't tell anyone, but she's got a beautiful garden she loves to show off to awesome return travellers like you. We hope we see you again, and do stop by the Hub sometime to tell us more about your travels and get some recommendations on other really unique places to hit up in Philly!

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Iconic 9th Street Italian Market Experience with Food Tastings

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