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Reading Terminal Market Walking Tour in Philadelphia

Reading Terminal Market Walking Tour in Philadelphia

Overview

The Reading Terminal Market is a must-see for anyone in Philadelphia. Designed for for locals, visitors, students, and fans of the Market, join us as we explore the Market's rich history, witness the skilled cooking styles passed down from generations, and take in the diverse and mouth-watering scents from the 80+ merchants.

Starting off with a famous Philly snack, this 45-minute tour will tantalize your taste buds and provide insight into the Market's vibrant history. Our expert guide will lead you through the Market's bustling aisles, pointing out must-see spots and sharing stories of the Market's past.

Come enjoy a fun and informative tour of the market, with an option to take home a scrumptious treat too. Advanced booking is required; walk-ons not guaranteed a spot.

Our Tour Guides accept tips, and they are greatly appreciated. Tipping is left up to the individual, but as a general practice, 20% is the common gratuity for service workers.

City: Philadelphia

Wed 02 Jul

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Starting at $34.00

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Wed 02 Jul

Starting at $34.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Two snacks from prized merchants within the Market: Start off with a Philly-famous snack and end with a sweet Amish-inspired treat from one of Philly's favorite bakeries

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

What To Expect

Reading Terminal Market

Come taste the Market's history, hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses, see their products, and be the first to learn about new offerings. Our small group tours are designed to deliver the Reading Terminal Market experience. The tour includes hearing about the Market's history and evolution, becoming familiar with the layout, and hearing about many of the merchants that make up the Market. You'll see the numerous bakeries, produce grocers, butchers, gourmet vendors, and other shops during the tour.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (5)

Michael_L

Mar 2024

Matt was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable and knew the merchants in the market. I would recommend d this your to anyone who would like to know the history of the market and eat delicious food

Response from Host

Mar 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are honored to be the official tour operator for the Reading Terminal Market and enjoy sharing the fascinating history and backstories of the merchants. We hope to see you again soon!

natashawY4084YZ

Nov 2023

I did the tour with a group of work colleagues and our guide was Michael. He had lots of little interesting tid bits of information about the history of the Market and the food there. You can of course go to the market yourself and go around the stalls and buy/try things. However, some of the very popular items like Dinic’s pork/beef sandwiches (melt in your mouth meat), had a queue around the corner of you hadn’t pre-ordered! So doing the tour saves you time and disappointment too. We also had a little room that we were able to sit down and eat in with our big sandwiches. That was easier than walking around trying to eat amongst the lanes. After the tour officially finished you can ask all about any other food outlets and recommendations. Then go visit some more. Great food and great guide. Enjoy!

Response from Host

Nov 2023

We're so honored to have the opportunity to reveal insider knowledge about the famous Reading Terminal Market and very happy to hear how much you enjoyed it. As busy as it gets, we're happy to pull some strings to cut the lines and provide reserved exclusive seating during our food tours, all for our guests. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review. We hope to see you on another food tour soon!