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Boston Walking Tour: Culinary and Historical Delights
4.9
153 Ratings
Boston
Embark on a historic culinary walking tour in Boston and discover the city’s iconic sites while indulging in delicious seafood dishes. From lobster rolls to clam chowder, experience the best of Boston’s renowned seafood fare.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Independence Wharf - Your tour begins at Boston’s Independence Wharf. Walk around to the back of it for an incredible view of the Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum. On the way hear the story of one of the biggest events that led up to the American Revolution. Your guide will also point out notable landmarks such as Fort Point and the Seaport District, which was once a bustling commercial port and is now a thriving neighborhood. 
- Harborwalk - Visit the Harborwalk, a pathway that connects the neighborhoods along the Boston Harbor. While there, gain an understanding of the harbor’s rich history and make sure to take in the stunning views.
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace - This historic marketplace and meeting hall played a significant role in the American Revolution and is often referred to as the Cradle of Liberty.
- Quincy Market - Visit this famous food hall in the heart of Boston, known for its diverse dining options, shopping and entertainment.
- Union Oyster House - The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America’s oldest restaurant.
- Rose Kennedy Greenway - End your tour at the Rose Kennedy Greenway, a public park with beautiful green spaces and restaurants, and conveniently located near transportation links. Your guide will be happy to give you recommendations on the best places to eat, drink and visit if you plan on staying longer in Boston.
What's Included
- Taste a variety of seafood samples
- Promote sustainable and responsibly sourced seafood
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Join a friendly local food-loving guide at their favorite eateries
- Explore Boston’s most historic neighborhoods
- Take in the stunning views of the renowned Boston Harbor
What's Not Included
- Drinks and additional food
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
Additional Information
Experience the culinary and historical delights of Boston on this walking tour. Join a local guide as they lead you through some of the city’s most iconic and historic sites, such as Independence Wharf, Boston Harbour, Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway. As you stroll you can indulge in some of Boston’s most renowned seafood fare. From succulent lobster rolls to rich and creamy clam chowder, you’ll have the opportunity to sample a variety of regional dishes made from responsibly sourced, locally grown ingredients.
Highlights
- Tuck into seriously tasty and unbelievably fresh lobster roll.
- Chow down on some hearty clam chowder, a New England classic.
- Join a local guide to explore the charming buildings and streets of Boston’s most historic neighborhoods.
- Personalized attention on small-group tour (or private) for just 12 people
- This tour is carbon neutral, operated by a B Corp certified company committed to using travel as a force for good
- A variety of seafood samples that will equal a full meal (samples could include but are not limited to lobster roll, New England clam chowder, stuffed clams, quahogs or even raw oysters - YUM! )
- This seafood tour centers around shellfish and therefore is not suitable for anybody with a shellfish allergy, as we are unable to offer suitable substitutions. For any other food allergies please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure or we cannot guarantee suitable food alternatives.
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
- Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers between 4 km (2.5 miles) of walking.
- You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
- This tour runs year-round and will proceed rain or shine unless such weather constitutes a dangerous situation.
Location
470 Atlantic Ave
Atlantic Avenue
470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (Outside of the Independence Wharf Building, corner of Atlantic Ave. and Seaport Blvd.)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(153 Ratings)
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633berglindb
Aug 15, 2024
Fun and interesting seafood walk! - Very nice walk with good food. Our guide was very good (Adam H) and he shared many interesting facts and knowledge about Boston with us. Fun to try out different kind of seafood!
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Lorie_s
Aug 7, 2024
Excellent food and impressive amounts of information. - All of the food we tasted was excellent and our guide, Conner, did a great job. We ate stuffed scallops, a lobster roll, chowder and oysters. Conner gave us a lot of great history while we were walking from place to place including a rooftop view of the Boston area. Very enjoyable afternoon. He made lots of additional suggestions of things to see and places to eat.
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Lories279
Aug 6, 2024
Great food and historical information - We had a great time on this tour. Conner did an excellent job telling us about historical Boston while taking us to some great spots to try out the local food. We had stuffed scallops, lobster rolls, oysters and Chowder. All were delicious.
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Churchofaustin
Aug 6, 2024
Boston Seafood Lovers Adventure w/ Lexie - Great tour! Our guide Lexie shared fascinating facts, but also, as a longtime Boston native, she had great tidbits about life and food and fun in Boston. Restaurant and food tasting choices were perfect for a 2.5 hour tour.
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Z6170wukaties
Aug 3, 2024
Highly recommend - entertaining and educational! And delicious! - Lexi Gross was a great tour guide! She had a great balance of history and fun facts while showing us the best spots in Boston. I went with a friend that lives here, while I am visiting, and she found it very insightful and entertaining too. Great activity for food loving groups looking for a creative way to tour the downtown area.
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576mindyd
Aug 3, 2024
Book with Alex! - You will NOT leave hungry! Great tour with Alex. He was knowledgeable, friendly and an overall great guide. Highly recommend for a quick history of the water front and lots of good food.
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U1503gdjennac
Jul 25, 2024
10/10 recommend! - Lexie was amazing! Super knowledgeable and personable. Food was so yummy and Lexies knowledge on the history was great.
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Stephanie_l
Aug 12, 2024
More food, less talk - The stop with the lobster roll and stuffed scallop was amazing. Our tour guide was really good. My only complaint is more food and less talking. I had the option of purchasing the history and food tour but we just wanted to sample food. No fault of the tour guide, he was great. We did not leave full, we stopped to eat afterward. But the food was great!
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Susan
Aug 3, 2024
Fun Food Tour - Had a fun time walking around Boston and hearing stories. Best part was starting at an observation point and seeing the city. First food stop was great (ate a lobster roll and stuffed scallop). Lots of time before the next stop which was just an oyster. Last stop inside a market for clam chowder. Alex is a great storyteller.
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Freedom56961780478
Jul 29, 2024
Great time trying local foods - Great experience trying local Boston foods - quahog, lobster roll and chowder as well as seeing and learning local history. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area as well as the best restaurants.
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