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15 Best North End Food Tours

The North End tastings: pasta rooms, pastry counters and espresso bars packed into the oldest neighborhood in the city. Every guide has a firm cannoli allegiance and a salumeria they swear by.

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

“Great tour & Bob was the best tour guide! Food was awesome, the knowledge of Bob was terrific! Was definitely worth it”

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2.Boston’s North End: A Small Group Foodie Adventure

Discover Boston’s North End through a small-group food tour, sampling authentic Italian eats, exploring historic sites, and enjoying personalized insights.

★ 5.0

“I’d like the fact that this was small there were 10 of us in the group was fun. The tour guide was nice enough. However, she often went way ahead of some of us that were lagging behind. She did not wait at traffic light…”

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3.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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4.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

“Colorful & informative! Anthony gives a real insider history of the North End from a personal, Italian viewpoint, including the "politically incorrect" vernacular! If the f-bomb offends or you are inclined to thinner skin, pick another tour lol! But if you're up for a rousing…”

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5.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

“The tour was just my wife and I and Pat the tour guide!! He was very knowledgeable about the whole neighborhood!! We had a fantastic afternoon and would highly recommend this tour! We will definitely come back and do it again!!”

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7.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

“Our guide was great and the tour group was small. We tried some great food at places we wouldn't have gone into or found on our own. His historical knowledge was great too and we loved listening to all his stories. Highly recommend! (I believe…”

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9.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

“Great first dinning experience for us in the area. We were exposed to many great restaurants and enjoyed all of the food and stories.”

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12.North End Boston Food Tour

Explore Boston’s North End with a guided food tour, savor authentic Italian bites, learn local stories, and discover hidden neighborhood gems.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide Bobby was amazing! He's very passionate about his city that he grew up in and he still lives there to this day. Food was amazing and you will not be hungry afterwards. Highly recommend!”

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13.2 Hour North End ‘Little Italy’ Walking Tour

Discover Boston’s North End with this 2-hour guided walking tour, blending history, authentic food stops, and hidden gems for a memorable experience.

★ 4.5

“Tony is truly a local historian. We have lived here our whole lives and still learned a lot! That being said, we were misled by the website and didn't know the food cost extra.”

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15.Public North End Neighborhood Tour

Discover Boston’s North End through an award-winning food tour, sampling top pizza, pasta, cannoli, and exploring local stories with an expert guide.

★ 5.0

“Audrey our host was wonderful. We were three in our group so it was like getting a private tour. The food was delicious. We warn don't eat before you go.”

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