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Italian Market Food Tour - Small Group Walking Tour

Italian Market Food Tour - Small Group Walking Tour

Overview

Come and explore one of Philly's most vibrant, diverse and delicious neighborhoods during our Italian Market Food Tour. This tasty stretch of 9th Street has been home to a curbside market since the 1800's, and has served as a backbone of this community for generations. Listen as your expert local guide tells some amazing stories of the market's past while you delight in 5 delectable bites that show-off the local flavor.

This tour highlights Philly's wonderful diversity, and the amazing food scene that it has created. You will try Italian classics like the tomato pie and cannoli, Mexican delicacies like spicy chicken tacos and freshly-pressed tortillas, and Vietnamese bites like the banh mi sandwich.

Take a nice relaxing stroll with your guide as your senses are immersed in the sights and sounds of this iconic Philly market. In addition to the amazing food, you'll also enjoy some dazzling pieces of public art that can be found down many backstreets and alleys in the area.

City: Philadelphia

Mon 23 Jun

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Starting at $61.00

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Mon 23 Jun

Starting at $61.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Enjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings

The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette

Italian classics like the tomato pie (pizza, Philly style), cannoli or gelato

Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole

Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Cianfrani Park

Start your tour in one of the South Philly’s many wonderful public parks, where your local expert guide will introduce themselves and the discuss the culinary journey you’ll be embarking on.

Cardenas Oil & Vinegar Taproom

Sip several varieties of olive oil and vinegar from around the world in this tasting room

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (217)

Stay726928

Mar 2025

Thank you, Chuck, for an amazing food, history and cultural experience yesterday, March 22! You were thoughtful, full of humor and joy, and an endless source of stories and anecdotes about Philly. Your tour was one of the best I have ever been on. It leaves a lovely memory with me that I will carry for a long time, including your safe advice to “savor your cannoli.”

V9690ZNveronicam

Mar 2025

I had an awesome time on the Philadelphia Italian Market Food Tour, and a big part of that was thanks to Chuck, our guide. He wasn’t just knowledgeable—he clearly had a real connection to the neighborhood. Everywhere we went, he knew the owners, the workers, and even a few regulars passing by. It felt less like a tour and more like being shown around by a friend who happens to know all the best spots and stories. The food, of course, was fantastic. I still think about that Tomato Pie! We sampled some amazing cheese, gelato and an unforgettable cannoli. But what really made it special was the history and little bits of city lore that Chuck shared along the way. He told us about the families who’ve run these businesses for generations, pointed out easy-to-miss details, and even threw in a few local legends. If you love food and enjoy getting to know a city through its people, this is 100% worth it. By the end, I felt like I had a much better understanding of this part of Philly—not just what to eat, but the stories behind it. And I was so stuffed we had to walk it off.

BalletBill

Mar 2025

This was a perfect tasting menu for the Italian Market area. Our guide, Meg, was just simply fantastic. Her knowledge and stories made the market specifically, and the city generally, come alive. Though we were with here for a short time we learned so much from and about her, all if which made the tour that mych more fun and interesting. The duration is perfect, any more food stops and belts would need to be loosened! If you do this tour come hungry! We got a sense for all of the wonderful ethnic food options and a desire to return to try even more. Many thanks for a fantastic time.