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15 Best Boston Food Tours

The food tours: chowder on the wharf, cannoli rivalries in the North End and donuts taken more seriously than anywhere south of Montreal. The guides will make you pick a cannoli side.

1.Boston: A Food & History Journey from North End to Freedom Trail

Discover Boston’s history and flavors on a 5-hour walking tour combining North End food tastings with the iconic Freedom Trail, led by expert guides.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Ilan was our guide and he was great. I feel like we covered a perfect amount of must-sees for first time Boston visitors. Our time in the North End was fantastic. Unforgettable.”

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2.Boston Small-Group Walking Food Tour With Tastings

Discover Boston’s North End through a 3.5-hour small-group food tour featuring tastings of lobster rolls, pasta, cannoli, and more—perfect for foodies and history lovers alike.

★ 5.0

“Our guide was so knowledgeable and took us to wonderful, local eateries with historic roots. Come hungry because you are going to sample lots of delicious food.”

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4.Boston Pizza Lovers Food & History Walking Food Tour

Discover Boston's North End on this 2.5-hour walking tour combining flavorful pizza tastings, historic landmarks, and engaging stories, all for $63.

★ 4.5

“We did the Pizza & North End tour with our three teenage boys, and it was fantastic. Scotty struck the perfect balance of walking, history, and food, which kept everyone engaged and happy (no small feat with teens!). The pizza stops were delicious, the history…”

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5.Boston Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

Join the Boston Delicious Donut Adventure to explore artisanal donut shops, taste a variety of flavors, and enjoy local sights in a fun, two-hour walking tour.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and truly one of a kind — a natural storyteller with the rare gift of making every stop come alive. The entire experience was interactive and full of personality from start to finish. And the donuts? Each one…”

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6.Boston’s North End Food and History Walking Tour

Discover Boston's North End with this 3-hour food and history walking tour led by enthusiastic locals. Taste authentic cuisine and explore Italian heritage.

★ 5.0

“So much interesting history in the North End, and the little hidden spots for delicious Italian treats!! Paula is a long time resident of the North End and it is very apparent that she loves it!! She, herself, is a treasure!!”

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7.Bostons Politically Incorrect North End Food tour

Discover Boston’s North End through a lively, authentic food tour led by a local guide. Savor Italian classics, hear local stories, and enjoy an offbeat experience.

★ 5.0

“Anthony was a blast! Great tour, lots of food and laughter. Although the weather was a little crummy he makes sure we are comfortable and we got inside often.”

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8.Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston’s North End Dessert Tour

Discover Boston's North End with this 2-hour dessert and cocktail tour, featuring cannoli tastings, historic sights, and local stories.

★ 5.0

“Our group had the luck & pleasure of the expertise of lovely, entertaining & intelligent Gabrielle(a). She was witty & truly a great tour guide. This tour gives you an unexpected informative tour with features of the Northend few of us probably know. It was…”

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9.Seafood Lovers Boston Adventure

Discover Boston’s best seafood and historic neighborhoods on a guided tour featuring lobster rolls, clam chowder, and responsible sourcing—all in 2.5 hours.

★ 5.0

“Tim is so knowledgable about Boston harbor's seafood scene. He knew all the best spots for a bite to eat, especially ones not overrun by tourists (at least, not during our group's time at them!). This tour was also a great mix between the pier's…”

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10.Boston: North End & Litte Italy Food Tour with 6 Tastings

Discover Boston’s North End with this 3-hour food tour featuring 6 tastings, historic sights, and insider tips to enjoy authentic local flavors.

★ 4.8

“Very interesting tour around lots of parts of Boston that I probably wouldn't have visited otherwise. Evan was a great guide who knew lots of history as well as the best places to get fabulous food.”

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12.Boston Food & History: Pizza, North End & Freedom Trail

Discover Boston’s historic sights and savor its best local flavors on a 5-hour guided walking tour through North End and the Freedom Trail, with small-group intimacy and expert insights.

★ 4.9

“I absolutely loved this tour! It really made my trip to Boston as I got feel for the city in many areas - social, historical and food wise! Bob was a fantastic host, with a great personality and deep historical knowledge of the city. It…”

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13.North End to Freedom Trail: Bostons Food & History

Discover Boston's North End and Freedom Trail on a 5-hour small-group tour that combines historical sights with authentic Italian food and local surprises.

★ 4.8

“I absolutely loved this tour! It really made my trip to Boston as I got feel for the city in many areas - social, historical and food wise! Bob was a fantastic host, with a great personality and deep historical knowledge of the city. It…”

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14.North End & Boston Public Market Food Tour with Local Guide

Discover Boston’s culinary history with this 3.5-hour guided food tour. Sample local favorites, explore historic markets, and enjoy insider stories.

★ 5.0

“Audry, our guide was great. Knew many of the local businesses and was informed and educated about the North End. The tour stopped at great local restaurants and food stops! I think it would have been a bit shorter but otherwise, it was a fun…”

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More Boston Food Tours

4.8Boston: North End Pizza Walking Tour with 3 Slices & Cannoli2.5 hours$69 5.0Boston Historic Pubs with Food & Drink, Ferry & Walking Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$129.00 5.0North End Boston Food Tour2 to 3 hours (approx.)$98.00 4.8Boston: Guided Delicious Donut Tour with Tastings2 hours$70 4.9Boston Food Tour: Pizza & North End Italian Classics2 hours$69 4.9Boston: North End Food Experience with Pizza, Meats & Cheese$75 5.0Devour Boston: North End Guided Food Tour & Market Visit$109.00 4.9Boston: Guided Seafood Tasting and History Tour2.5 hours$79 5.0Boston Food Tour: Local Gems of Boston’s South End3 hours (approx.)$135.45 4.9Boston: Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour3.5 hours$129 5.0Iconic Boston Food and History Small-Group Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$135.45 5.0Boston: Seafood Tasting & Historical Walking Tour2.5 hours$159 4.5Boston Freedom Trail History and Food Tour2 hours (approx.)$39.00 5.0Boston: Local Gems of the South End Neighborhood Food Tour3 hours$125 4.7Boston: Ultimate Historic Food & Drink Tour$109 5.0North End Food Tour: Taste Boston’s Italian Heritage2 to 3 hours (approx.)$100.00 4.5Boston: Freedom Trail History and Food Tour2 hours$39 5.0Boston Food Tour: Food and Cultural Tour of Boston’s Chinatown2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$135.45 4.5Boston: Iconic Food Tasting & History Tour – Downtown3 hours$125 5.0Boston Food and History Private Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$528.50 4.5Boston Most Famous Foodie Tour (Private & All-Inclusive)3 hours (approx.)$288.00 5.0Pizza Beer and Paul Revere Tour2 hours (approx.)$65.00 5.0Boston Pre-Game Walking Food Tour to TD Garden2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$99.00 5.0Boston: Chinatown Food Tasting & Cultural History Tour3 hours$125