Boston

Ultimate Boston Food Tour: North End & Boston Public Market

Badge of ExcellenceBoston, USA
Best of Boston Freedom Trail and Boston Public Market Food Tour
  • 3 hours
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

From clam chowder and Boston baked beans to lobster roll and Boston cream pie, food is as big a part of Boston’s heritage as universities and tea parties. Dive deep into the city’s food culture on this mouthwatering small-group tour led by a local foodie guide. You’ll sample at least eight tastings, enough to make up a full lunch, as you visit markets, historic restaurants, and family-run favorites.
  • Chow your way through historic Boston, including parts of the Freedom Trail
  • Try at least eight bites, including clam chowder, lobster roll, and beans
  • Visit Boston Public Market, Quincy Market, the Union Oyster House, and more
  • Numbers are capped at 12, ensuring plenty of quality guide interaction

What's Included

  • 6 tasting stops with 8+ tastes (enough food for a full meal)
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Small group of 12 pax
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • The New England Holocaust Memorial
    98 Union St, Boston, MA 02129, USA

    We'll meet at Union Street Park, 98 Union St, Boston, MA 02129 (Across the street from the Union Oyster House). The guide will be holding a Devour Tours sign.

Start time

10:00 AM

End point

  • Rose Kennedy Greenway
    Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02109, USA

    Rose Kennedy Greenway / Hanover Street

Ticket Redemption Point

41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108, USA

What To Expect

Boston Public Market

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Freedom Trail

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Union Oyster House

35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

North End

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pauli's

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Polcari’s Coffee

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Caffè Paradiso

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour.
  • This tour is not recommended for vegans, vegetarians, or gluten free.
  • This tour is adaptable for pescatarians, dairy free, and pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.
  • This tour includes several fish and seafood tastings - lobster roll, clam chowder, crab cakes - that do not have a replacement in the case of an aversion or allergy.
  • Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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Do it! You won’t regret it.
Jill_G, Apr 2024
This is a fabulous way to eat your way through the city learning historical facts along the way. We tried so many wonderful foods. This is a great tour. I highly recommend it!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Jill, Eating your way through the city while learning historical facts sounds like an incredible experience 😃 We're thrilled that you enjoyed trying so many wonderful foods and found the tour to be great. Thank you for the high recommendation! If you're ever up for more culinary adventures, we'd love to have you join us again for another fabulous tour. Kind wishes, Andrii Walks & Devour Tours
Fun and educational
Mary_H, Nov 2023
Fun tour guide CC. Interesting and good food. Educational and a great introduction to the area. Great people on our tour
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Mary, It's nice to know our tour guide was to your liking and you enjoyed the food on tour. Thank you for recognizing the educational aspect of the tour and appreciating it as a great introduction to the area! We strive to provide informative and enjoyable experiences. Can't wait to welcome you again! Warm regards, Andrii
Excellent
Trevor_L, Oct 2023
It was a wet day in Boston but the company of the other guests and Sam the guide made the food tour a very enjoyable morning. We had several food stops, the Union Oyster Bar was especially good with Clam Chowder and crab cakes which were delicious, we were able to walk round the very old historic building. Sam gave excellent commentary on much of Boston’s history as we toured the Freedom Trail and North End.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Trevor, Thank you so much for this review. It's great to know that you enjoyed your time on tour! It's wonderful to hear that you were able to explore the historic building and learn something new from Sam. We're glad you enjoyed the enriching journey through the city's past. Excited to see you again! Kind regards, Andrii
Tour guide Julie was...
Chris_M, Oct 2023
Tour guide Julie was great, she made sure everyone in the group was included. And the restaurants on the tour were really good.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hello Chris, Thank you for your review! I am glad to hear you enjoyed your time on tour and had a great experience with Julie. Additional thanks for complimenting the restaurants. We put a lot of effort and attention into choosing the best places for our guests. We hope to see you soon again! Regards, Andrii
Great food, great guide
jbixler74, Oct 2023
Sam was a great guide! Very knowledgeable, and a good storyteller too. Food offerings were exceptional as well. Made walking around in the rain a genuinely pleasant experience
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi jbixler74, I am so glad to hear you had a wonderful time on tour with Sam. We hope to see you soon on one of the tours! Sincerely, Andrii
Outstanding Tour in Boston
Randall_D, Oct 2023
Sam was an outstanding tour guide. Great knowledge and information and excellent presentation; combined with perfectly curated food choices to highlight and compliment Boston’s culture and history. Popovers, doughnuts, clam chowder, crab cakes , clams, Lobster Roll and cannoli; quintessential Boston Fare. We Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Randall_D, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We are glad to hear you were fond of our guide Sam. Also, we're thrilled that the food choices enhanced the tour and provided you with a delightful experience. We look forward to hosting you again! Respectfully, Andrii
Great Food Tour
Debbie_P, Oct 2023
We had a very enjoyable experience on the tour. Food choices were spot on and your guide very knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Debbie_P, Your happiness with the tour brings us joy! We appreciate your feedback and will strive to make your next visit as delightful as the last. Kindly, Andrii
History with a side of Yummy
Kelly_V, Oct 2023
Our guide Carol was so personable, very knowledgeable, and overall a great guide to the city. We loved all the food shared and the stories. We always appreciate fun facts, as Carol had plenty of.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Kelly, Thank you for this review! Appreciate your kind words about Carol. She consistently ensures all the guests are well-informed and entertained! We would be more than glad to welcome you on one of Carol's tours once again. Warm regards, Andrii
Fantastic Boston Food Tour: Freedom Trail & North End
Timothy_F, Oct 2023
We had an absolutely fantastic Freedom Trail & North End Boston Food Tour with Sam. We have done many of these food tours and this rates as one of the best. Sam mixed a good deal of history in with our many food tour stops. The food stops were also so thoughtfully planned out and Sam spared no expense in what he selected for us all to try. From the apple doughnuts and popover at the Boston Public Market, amazing lobster roll at Pauli’s, extra stop for a lemon ice, of course soaking in the history and food at the Oyster House and then finishing it off with the best cannoli the north end has to offer. Thanks so much Sam, you really made our trip memorable!
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Timothy_F, Your positive review has brightened our day! We are so happy to hear that our tour stood out as your favorite. It's deeply appreciated by us. Sam is a true professional, ensuring every tour reaches its full potential! Thank you as well for praising our food stops and the organizational process. Your positive feedback is valuable, and we're delighted to know you enjoyed all aspects of your experience. We hope to see you again shortly. Sincerely, Andrii
Yum
Ayanna_S, Oct 2023
Carol was very informative! Plenty of quality Boston eats. A great way to spend a few hours. 👍🏽👍🏽
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Ayanna_S, Thanks for the kind words regarding Carol. We're pleased you found enjoyment in both the food and the tour. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Andrii
Excellent tour
Brenda_N, Sep 2023
The mixture of food and history was a great tour. Sam kept us on a good pace with historical stories and food - lots of food! It was excellent
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Brenda, Your satisfaction is our joy. We are glad you were fond of the tour and found Sam's stories and insights interesting and engaging. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, Andrii
Freedom Trail and Food Samples
Jerry_B, Sep 2023
This is our first to Boston and thoroughly enjoyed the excursion which included sampling local food along with history of Boston. Our guide Sam provided excellent knowledge of Boston and would highly recommend this excursion.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Jerry_B, We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your first excursion in Boston. It's our goal to provide our guests with the best unforgettable experience. Thank you additionally for complimenting Sam who is always eager to ensure that the tour is performed to its full capacity. Excited for your return! With appreciation, Andrii
Full tummy tour!
Eileen_S, Sep 2023
The food was delicious! Sam our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun. I would highly recommend this tour to anybody who likes to walk and eat.. l love the history..
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Eileen_S, Your compliments on Sam are appreciated. We're happy you liked both the cuisine and the tour. Looking forward to your return! Kind regards, Andrii
Worth your time and money!
Jill_B, Sep 2023
Carol was fabulous! We learned about Boston history, especially the North end, and sampled amazing culinary delights! Definitely recommend this tour! Worth every penny and fun to meet other people from around the world that are visiting Boston.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Jill, We value your positive comments about Carol. We're glad you enjoyed both the food and the tour as well. It's also fantastic that you gained insights into the history of Boston. Excited for your next visit on tour! Warm regards, Andrii
Best food tour
Rosalie_W, Sep 2023
The food was excellent! Tour guide was very informative. Weather was perfect for all the walking we did.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Rosalie_W, Thank you for praising the food. We carefully select the best food stops for our guests. Additional thanks for acknowledging the guide. Hope to see you soon! Warm regards, Andrii
Food and Fun on Boston
Kristie_L, Aug 2023
Carol was fun and fabulous. We enjoyed hearing about the sites and tasting the local fare. The cannolis were out of this world and the lemon ice hit the spot-not to mention the store owners there were so friendly! We highly recommend this great tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hello Kristie, Thank you a ton for complimenting Carol! It's great to know you were delighted by her stories and insights. Moreover, we are glad you enjoyed the food and had a wonderful time with the store owners. We can't wait to welcome you back for another tour! Warm regards, Andrii
Standing food tour.
James_S, Aug 2023
Good experience. The tour guide Kelly did a great job interjecting Boston history with a food tour. It was just enough. A couple of things made me give this a 4 star rating. First off, the address provided isn’t exactly correct. The are multiple 41 Union Street addresses. We went to the wrong on at first. The guide said this happens all the time. Luckily we had given ourselves plenty of time so we arrived to the correct place only a few minutes late. Another negative was that most of the time we stood and ate. The one time we sat in the restaurant it was wonderful. Standing and eating is just no way to enjoy the experience. Maybe one time is fine but we only sat one time in all of the experiences. Overall however I would say it was a good tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear James_S, We appreciate you taking the time to share your review! Thank for for your kind words about Kelly. She is truly great at blending the history of Boston with its cuisine. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll use your remarks to enhance the overall tour experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Warm regards, Andrii
Fun food and history tour
Susan_B, Aug 2023
Sam was very knowledgeable and shared so much great history. All of the food stops were wonderful and he called ahead to make sure the food was ready so we didn’t have to wait around. We had a great time. The only suggestion we had was to find a better place to enjoy the lobster rolls as the little lot next to garbage cans was not very pleasant. But all in all, the four of us would highly recommend the tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Susan_B, Thank you so much for complimenting Sam and the food stops selected. Your satisfaction means a lot to us! Additionally, we appreciate your recommendation for a better place to enjoy lobster rolls. We will certainly take it into consideration. Thank you for sharing your insights. Sincerely, Andrii
Walking tour and so much more!!
MaryCarmody, Aug 2023
When I was looking through the tours of Boston, I wanted something a little more than just a history tour, so we decided on this tour. It was a fun way to see the city while enjoying authentic snacking along the way. We had apple cider, apple donuts, popovers (Asiago flavor was delish), clam chowder, oysters, cornbread, baked beans, lobster roll, lemon ice, and the best cannoli I’ve had outside of Sicily. There is an adjunct of signature Sam Adams flavors only available in Boston, as well. The walk was not grueling, nor painstaking either. I highly recommend this tour to families with children and people want to take in some history and a little more.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear MaryCarmody, We're delighted to hear that you had a fun way to see the city while enjoying authentic snacking along the way. I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed the unique experience of trying signature Sam Adams flavors exclusive to Boston. We continuously aim to offer our guests memorable experiences. We can't wait to welcome you back. Warm regards, Andrii
Great tour!
Kerri_S, Aug 2023
The food was great and the guide (Sam) was so knowledgeable. A perfect way to learn more about Boston

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