Top Boston Culinary Tours

Go behind the scenes of Boston’s iconic seafood scene with a local guide on a tour that helps you explore the city like a local. Explore the oldest working fish pier in the US, visit family-run seafood shacks, and enjoy tastings of lobster rolls and clam chowder. Plus, learn about sustainable practices and Boston Harbor’s remarkable transformation.

Sample some of the tastiest bites that Boston’s North End has to offer—and enjoy a first-hand introduction to the area’s Italian heritage. Choose between our 3-hour or dynamic 2-hour express tour, and bring your appetite: Follow your guide to top-rated local businesses, and try everything from clam chowder and lobster rolls to cannoli. At the end, enjoy a secret dish revealed only on the day of the tour.

Explore Boston’s North End through its food on a guided walking tour that blends local history with tastings at long-established eateries. This experience offers insight into the neighborhood’s Italian-American roots while helping you navigate its most respected food spots without guesswork. With curated stops and storytelling throughout, it’s an efficient way to understand the area’s culture, avoid tourist traps, and sample classic flavors in a short time.

Eat your way through Boston’s North End and learn about its history with this group tour. Explore the neighborhood’s Italian heritage in the company of a guide and stroll through the area’s scenic streets. Enjoy a local lunch at a North End eatery featuring arancini, pizza, Italian meats and cheeses, a pasta course, cannoli, and more, and hear stories about the neighborhood’s past.

Avoid tourist traps and eat like a local while you sample Boston’s most famous dishes on this small-group food tour along the Freedom Trail. Savor classics such as creamy New England clam chowder, a classic lobster roll, and Boston cream pie while learning the history behind these classics. Visit local eateries and landmarks and discover how the city's food culture and rich history go hand in hand. Perfect for foodies who want a sampling of Boston's most iconic foods.

Discover the South End in a fun and memorable way with this Sweet and Savory Food Tour. Make your way through this iconic Boston neighborhood, stopping for treats like French-Cambodian appetizers to a charming cheese market and locally famous sweets. As you walk, admire the architecture and learn about the area’s rich cultural history. Your guide will share insider knowledge and point out hidden gems along the way.

With limited vacation days in Boston, don’t risk wasting time on disappointing meals. Bypass the city’s tourist traps on this shared food tour through the historic North End district. Explore food stalls in two bustling marketplaces—Quincy Market and Boston Public Market—and indulge in a handpicked selection of tastings through Boston’s oldest residential neighborhood, from a classic New England clam chowder to wood-fired pizza and a Boston cream donut.

Explore Boston’s vibrant and culturally rich Chinatown—and taste a number of popular neighborhood dishes—on this immersive walking tour. With a maximum group size of just 12 people, you’re ensured a personal way of exploring. Meet your guide prior to lunchtime, and set off on foot. Over the next few hours, you’ll learn all about Boston Chinatown’s history and culture, will visit several local eateries, and will sample dishes that reflect traditional Chinese cuisine as well as modern fusion bites.

Try a unique alternative to a typical night out in downtown Boston with an exciting dinner cruise along the city’s waterfront. This expedition on Boston Harbor features a meal with live entertainment and dancing. Watch the sun set, then take a stroll under the stars and enjoy the view of the illuminated Boston skyline at night, or head to the dance floor for music and fun in the ship’s nightclub.

Enjoy an alternative night out in Boston on a dinner cruise on Boston Harbor, with an all-you-can-eat buffet meal with live entertainment and dancing. Watch the sunset, then admire the view of the illuminated Boston skyline at night or head to the dance floor for music and fun inside the ship’s nightclub. Bring that special someone or a whole group of friends for a night to remember.

Combine two attractions Boston has to offer—delicious food and rich history—on this walking tour that starts in the popular North End and continues along the Freedom Trail. Taste fresh bread, pizza, and a classic Italian deli sandwich at local stops in this historic Italian neighborhood. Then, walk the Freedom Trail to learn about the American Revolution, all while enjoying scenic views of Boston Harbor and the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Explore the charming architecture of Beacon Hill and experience the city's blend of old and new.

Boston is famous for its donuts and has numerous artisanal donut stores, some hidden away from its tourist areas. Instead of hunting them down independently, let a guide lead you there and introduce you to some top donut varieties, enabling you to try flavors and gain insight into the local donut scene you might otherwise miss. Between tastings, browse a market, eat a delicious bakery treat and explore historical neighborhoods such as North End before one final, scrumptious donut sampling.

Enjoy Boston from the water while dining on a delicious buffet lunch on this cruise. See an array of top landmarks including Bunker Hill, the World Trade Center, and the site of the 1773 Boston Tea Party. After lunch, head up to the top deck—the largest outdoor patio deck in town.

Cruise Boston Harbor aboard a luxury yacht, complete with superb city views and a buffet brunch featuring both breakfast and lunch offerings. For 2-hours you'll explore the waters from Rowes Wharf to the Charlestown Naval Yard and back, sailing past sights such as Castle Island and Boston Light. Spend some time enjoying the yacht's three climate-controlled decks or dancing to the sounds of a live DJ mix.

Local Foods, Libations & Lots of Fun! Visit the local eateries Boston's South End residents call home. Walk to 4 different locations, where each visit includes an alcoholic beverage paired with your food tasting. Food Tastings are representative of the diverse food scene in Boston's South End neighborhood and may include visits to a Creole / Asian Fusian hotspot, French-Cambodian restaurant, a beloved Wine and Cheese shop, and a Mexican lounge. When it comes to food - and cocktails - Boston's South End is not to be missed! Available exclusively on Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:30pm.

Your holiday tour begins in the Financial District at Kane’s Donuts where we’ll sample several of their daily flavors. After which, we’ll take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront on the way over to Boston’s Public Market. While there, we’ll try some delicious donuts and apple cider. You’ll also learn some history around the market and have a moment to check out other vendors. On to the third stop, we’ll walk through Boston’s North End neighborhood. It’s also the home to the Old North Church, which was the starting point for Paul Revere’s famous ride during the Revolutionary War. In the North End, we’ll stop at one of the oldest bakeries in the neighborhood. We’ll have a uniquely Boston treat while we’re here. Lastly, we’ll walk back through the North End to end the tour back at the Public Market where we’ll finish with Union Square Donuts. We’re so excited to share this experience and the amazing donuts of Boston. We hope you can join us very soon!

Enjoy lunch on the waters of Boston Harbor during this cruise aboard the "Odyssey Boston." You'll have the chance to admire views of the city skyline and seaport from the boat decks, plus listen to live music. The 3-course lunch includes a starter, main course, and dessert. This is a relaxing way to see the city from another perspective.