Boston North End Italian Food Tour: Pizza, Pasta & Pastry

Discover why Boston's North End is one of America's most beloved food neighborhoods on your Pizza, Pasta and Pastry Tour. Stroll charming cobblestone streets while enjoying generous tastings of authentic, award-winning Neapolitan pizza, handmade pasta, and classic cannoli from beloved local, family-owned eateries. Come hungry, leave full. Your expert local guide will share the fascinating stories behind Boston's Italian immigrants, the neighborhood's rich history, architecture, culinary traditions, and the chefs, families, and entrepreneurs who continue to shape its vibrant food scene. Unlike many food tours, most of your tastings are enjoyed while comfortably seated inside the restaurants, with individually plated portions that give you time to relax, savor each stop, and soak in the atmosphere. With small groups, leisurely walking, and insider recommendations, you'll experience Boston's North End like a local—not just through its food, but through the stories that bring it to life.

1. 1

   Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

   15 min

   Once the site of Boston's elevated Central Artery, this beautiful ribbon of parks was created as part of the historic "Big Dig." Today, it reconnects the city with its waterfront and features gardens, fountains, public art, and spectacular views of Boston's skyline.

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   North End

   2.5 hours

   Boston's oldest residential neighborhood and the heart of the city's Italian-American community, the North End is a charming maze of narrow streets, historic buildings, family-run restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and specialty markets. Rich in both Revolutionary history and culinary tradition, it's one of Boston's most beloved neighborhoods.

3. 3

   The Paul Revere House

   Pass by

   Built around 1680, the Paul Revere House is the oldest remaining home in downtown Boston. As you pass by, discover what life was like for the large Revere family and how this remarkably preserved home offers a rare glimpse into the North End's colonial past—long before it became the vibrant Italian neighborhood we know today.

4. 4

   St. Stephen's Episcopal Church

   Pass by

   Originally built in 1804 as the New North Church, this Charles Bulfinch-designed landmark later became a Catholic parish serving Boston's Italian-American community. It is also closely connected to the Kennedy family—Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy was baptized here, and her funeral Mass was held here more than a century later.

5. 5

   Paul Revere Mall

   10 min

   This peaceful brick-lined promenade connects many of the North End's most important historic landmarks. Framed by tree-lined walkways, public art, and views of the Old North Church, it's one of the neighborhood's most picturesque gathering places and a perfect spot to appreciate the blend of Revolutionary history and modern-day Boston.

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   Old North Church & Historic Site

   Pass by

   Best known for the famous "One if by land, two if by sea" signal that helped launch Paul Revere's midnight ride, the Old North Church is Boston's oldest surviving church building. Beyond its Revolutionary history, it remains an active Episcopal church and one of the city's most iconic historic landmarks.

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   Boston's Waterfront

   Pass by

   Once one of the busiest working ports in the world, Boston's waterfront has welcomed merchants, immigrants, and revolutionaries for centuries. Today, it offers stunning harbor views while reflecting the city's rich maritime heritage.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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