Boston North End Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Boston North End in 2026?

It’s free to stroll through Boston’s North End neighborhood, which is open to the public at all times. However, tours help you delve deeper into the district’s history and culture. History-focused walking tours cost from US$30 for a history-focused walking tour, while culinary tours that include multiple food tastings cost from US$70.

Q: What is Boston North End known for?

Boston North End is nicknamed “Little Italy” as it’s home to a sizable Italian-American population, plus plenty of Italian restaurants, bakeries, and eateries. It’s one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods and is also known for its revolutionary history. In the 18th century, Paul Revere even called this corner of Boston home.

Q: Is visiting Boston North End worth it?

Yes, visiting Boston North End is definitely worthwhile, especially if you can squeeze in a meal. Aside from its Italian heritage (and parks where you can still catch people playing games of bocce), the neighborhood is home to historic sights such as the Paul Revere House and Old North Church.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit Boston North End?

The best times of day to visit Boston North End are breakfast, lunch, or dinnertime. You’ll have your pick of places to eat, from mom-and-pop pizzerias to Italian grocery stores, where you can pick up fresh salumi and cheese. Trouble deciding what to eat? Consider taking a walking tour to try dishes from different eateries.

Q: What is the best month to visit Boston North End?

Spring and fall are the best weather windows for a visit to Boston North End. Come in summer if you can bear the heat, which can get uncomfortably muggy along the waterfront. However, that’s when the neighborhood celebrates its annual feast days honoring Catholic saints. It’s also a great excuse to grab some gelato.

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North End Boston Food Tour: Pizza, Pasta, and Pastries

It can be tough for visitors to know the best venues to experience Boston’s rich Italian culinary culture. On this guided food tour, head to the North End of Boston and learn about the region’s Italian immigrant history, which is kept alive today through the eateries serving pizza, pasta, arancini, meats, cheeses, cannoli, espresso, and more. Visit both historic institutions and under-the-radar spots to meet the people and traditions behind the food.

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North End Boston Food Tour: Pizza, Pasta, and Pastries

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

Explore the best of Boston at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass and see Boston’s top attractions, including the USS Constitution, the original bar from TV show “Cheers,” and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, to name a few. The pass includes discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to enjoy during or after the tour.

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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Boston’s Politically Incorrect North End Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors and Heritage Walk

Don’t waste time looking for the ideal place to eat as you walk the cobblestone streets of Boston’s North End. Join other passionate foodies to snack your way through the neighborhood’s hidden gems. Your guide directs you to a hidden Italian bakery, an authentic Italian salumeria, and a family-run pastry shop. Visit the Old North Church (or equivalent alternative) and enjoy a rich cappuccino or bold espresso with a pastry.

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Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

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Forget the crowded hop-on, hop-off buses and rushed group tours where you're just another face in the crowd. Picture Boston is a completely different kind of city experience — intimate, immersive, and carefully curated for people who want to feel this extraordinary city truly. Fully narrated by one of Boston's own expert local guides, you'll glide through neighborhoods rich with history, step out at the city's most photogenic corners, and leave with both a deeper understanding of Boston — and a camera roll that will leave your friends speechless. Whether you're visiting for the first time or rediscovering the city you call home, Picture Boston will show you something you've never seen before.

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Boston and Cambridge City Tour

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Self-Guided Audio Tour of Boston North End

50 minutes to 1 hourFree Cancellation

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North End-Little Italy Boston Walking Tour: History + Photo Tips

Discover Boston’s North End—one of the city's most historic neighborhoods, and now home to its Little Italy—on a photography walking tour designed for small groups. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, and visit many iconic Freedom Trail sights in one trip, including Paul Revere’s House, the Old North Church, and hidden gems off the beaten path. Bring your camera for expert photography tips, perfect for all skill levels.

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North End-Little Italy Boston Walking Tour: History + Photo Tips

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See Boston from a whole new angle aboard a Boston Harbor evening cruise. Watch the sunset from the water, and glide out to the Old North Church and Historic Site, the Charlestown Navy Yard, the USS Cassin Young, and more. As a bonus, listen to the cannon fire of the USS Constitution, which marks the sunset each night, and sip a cocktail (own expense) from the onboard bar as you relax and enjoy the views.

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Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Boston's Food and History: North End, Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill

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.

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Boston's Food and History: North End, Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill

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Glide through over 400 years of Boston history on Wander Boston's award-winning immersive historic e-bike tour. Lead by an expert guide who will provide live narration throughout the experience- your tour will cover over 200 points of interest over 8 uniquely-Boston neighborhoods. You'll never miss a moment of Massachusetts history as your helmet serves as a built-in audio device to stay connected to your guide. Unlike other fleets- your all e-bike tour allows guests to choose when and how they would like assistance during their trip- whether you're hoping to sweat off your last lobster roll or you want an easy breezy e-bike adventure- the choice is yours. Starting in the heart of Downtown Boston allows you to spend less time getting to us and more time on tour- from Faneuil Hall to Fenway, Cambridge to the Common- Wander Boston's historic electric bike tour covers the most ground while keeping more money in your pocket!

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Boston's Historic Electric Bike Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

See some of the top attractions in Boston from the waterfront on this narrated sightseeing cruise. Explore the world-famous Boston Harbor and see the city’s historic sites while listening to live commentary on board, from tales of the Revolutionary War to local legends. While you cruise, enjoy views of the city skyline as well as the Boston Harbor Islands, USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”), and the Bunker Hill Monument.

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City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

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City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

Don’t let time determine whether to see Boston or Salem. Visit both towns with the help of a quick and comfortable catamaran. This high-speed ferry service travels from Boston to Salem (or vice versa). Enjoy the scenic adventure from the upper or lower deck of the boat—or just relax at the lounge inside. An onboard galley offers food and beverages for purchase. Upon arrival, many top attractions are within walking distance. For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.

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City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston

50 minutesFree Cancellation

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Boston Harbor Night Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

Explore the best of Boston on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. Board at one of the stops, then hop off wherever you like, explore independently, and get back onto the trolley when you’re ready. Alternatively, ride the 2-hour loop in one go, listening to the informative commentary. Tickets are valid for one or two days, and while admission tickets aren’t included, enjoy discounts to some top Boston attractions.

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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

Discover the thrilling history of Boston on this immersive walking tour of the Freedom Trail. Hear tales of Redcoats, smugglers, riots, and midnight riders while reliving the American Revolution as you explore all 16 official sites of the trail. Learn about Boston’s leadership in abolition, women’s rights, education, and immigration over its 400-year history. Explore downtown Boston, hearing stories of legendary figures such as Paul Revere, John Hancock, and lesser-known pioneers and patriots.

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Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Boston Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included

Learn about Boston's history while enjoying beer and snacks with a guide who will provide insider details on the city's history and culinary scene. Step inside several historic pubs and grab a cold one (or two) along with some of the city's best tavern snacks. Explore some of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, including the Blackstone Block, the North End, and Charlestown, and enjoy a ferry ride in Boston Harbor.

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Boston Historic Pubs Tour with Drinks and Tastings Included

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Guided Boston City Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Get the true Boston experience with your 2-hour Segway tour! Starting with the same route as your 1-hour tour before gliding your way through the Longfellow Bridge and into Cambridge where the magnificent Boston skyline can be seen in all its beauty. From the sparkling river to the tall buildings stretching into the sky, the view is breathtaking and a memory that will last a lifetime! You will then loop back through Beacon Hill and back through Downtown Boston. Sites of the Freedom Trail that you see in the 2-hour tour include all of those in the 1-hour in addition to the Boston Common, King's Chapel, Boston Latin & Benjamin Franklin Statue, Old South Meeting House, New State House, and the Corner Bookstore. You will also get to see the most photographed street in America - Acorn Street and so much more! The 2-hour tour is truly a very comprehensive and exciting tour of the city and it's most important landmarks from both past and present.

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2 Hour Boston Segway Tour

2 hours 30 minutes

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Best Boston Small Group Tour: I Know the Secrets Others Don't!

While a guided tour is a great way to get to know a city, many try to fit in as many participants as possible. On this small-group tour of Boston, one-on-one time with your guide is guaranteed. Explore the interior of Old Ironsides, the battlegrounds and museum at Bunker Hill, Harvard, and much more on this full-day driving tour dedicated to sharing the hidden history even Bostonians don’t know.

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Best Boston Small Group Tour: I Know the Secrets Others Don't!

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Self-Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Tour

You will go to the best local pizza and cannoli spots, stop by authentic Italian shops and you’ll even get a chance to have a picnic in the Prado to eat the tasty treats you picked up while hearing the story of Prince Pasta. Go at your own pace and schedule, the tour is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app, meaning you can go anytime. Don’t miss out on our local food and history tour experience that will take you to the most authentic spots in the North End. Along the way you'll hear the history of the North End, the story of its immigrants, Pizza, Cannoli’s and more. Take note: Most shops are open longer hours, but Galleria Umberto is ONLY open for Lunch, from 10:30 to 2:30, and they close often. Please check their schedule. You don’t want to miss this local experience. It starts at Galleria Umberto.

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Self-Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Tour

50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors and Heritage Walk

eetom840, Aug 2026

Go hungry and keep an eye on your guide!

It is a fun tasting tour around the north end. If you take the afternoon tour, I would recommend not having lunch as there is plenty to eat on the tour. Tim, our guide, was a good guy and knowledgeable and fun. The only recommendation I would make for your guides in the future is to have them wear something bright like a red hat or a colorful shirt as it can get a little difficult to follow them in the crowds.

Boston’s North End Food Tour: Italian Flavors and Heritage Walk

Mckenna_C, Aug 2026

Highly recommend

Great food, great history and culture. Loved every minute! Cannoli was incredible. Pizza and subs were sublime. But the bakery was the best!!!

Boston's Food and History: North End, Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill

Anthony_B, Aug 2026

Lexi was fabulous....

Lexi was fabulous. Perfect mixture between history and modern discussions about Boston. Breaks for food were timely.

Boston's Food and History: North End, Freedom Trail, Beacon Hill

Susan_S, Aug 2026

grandparents, parents and...

grandparents, parents and grandkids (14 and 11) all had a terrific experience. Our guide was entertaining, knowledgeable, and the pacing was great. Even though we had a rainy day, it was thoroughly enjoyable and the food delicious!!

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The North End is a popular neighborhood for families, with several kid-friendly attractions such as the New England Aquarium and the Boston Children’s Museum.
Hanover Street is the neighborhood’s main drag and boasts a number of popular cafes.
Be sure to carry cash since many places don’t accept credit cards.

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