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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

“We had a great time sampling Boston's food and learning about the history. Our guide Lexie was great and had as a local had insight others may not have.”

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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

“It was a perfectly nice way to spend the afternoon on a crisp cold winter's day during our trip! Not as much food as expected, but very fun! Met some lovely people in the group.”

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8.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

“This was a fantastic tour. Adam, our guide was a great ambassador for the city of Boston. He was knowledgeable, professional, funny and made the experience worth it. He took us to lots of great restaurant stops in the North end where we sampled cannoli…”

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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

“Audrey was fantastic, so helpful and knowledgeable. We tasted over ten items and were so impressed with the variety. It was fun learning about the neighborhood from a local. I highly recommend this tour especially because of Audrey.”

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11.Boston: North End Pizza Walking Tour with 3 Slices & Cannoli

Discover Boston’s North End through a 3-hour walking tour that combines history, authentic pizza from top pizzerias, and a sweet cannoli finale.

★ 4.8

“It was informative and charming. The pizza was delicious and the cannoli were scrumptious. The guide was a kind and clever person who kept us entertained throughout. Highly recommend this to anyone who loves history and pizza.”

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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

“Although fun I just don’t think someone walking me around is worth $35. I was under the impression that it included tiny edible items at a few distinct places not that we would pay for food and keep walking”

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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

“The food was amazing, and plentiful! Our tour guide was a neighborhood local and shared backstory details about the North End, bringing the area to life. The food choices were fun and delicious - save room for the cannolis! My out-of-town friends and I had…”

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