Welcome to Off The Eaten Path Tours. I want to invite you to experience one of America's most incredible urban neighborhoods, through the perspective of it's food, wine culture, small markets, and back alleys. Boston's North End is not only the city's oldest neighborhood, it is also the largest "Little Italy" in the United States. I have created a tour to tantalize the senses, and take you on a journey not just through it's streets, but also up and down the peninsula of Italy itself. If you love history, food, Italian culture, wine, architecture, and urban design, then this tour is for you. I promise that Off the Eaten Path Tours will be the most fascinating and original tours you have ever been on.
The Essential Food Tour of Boston's North End
Summary Description
Highlights
- The best arancini outside of Sicily
- Cheese and cured meats from Italy
- Homemade Gnocchi, and Pasta
- Wine tasting at a 120 year old wine cellar
- Gelato
- Artisan bread
- And, of course, cannoli
Description
The North End boasts more restaurants, bakeries, and specialty food stores then any other neighborhood in Boston. The options are dizzying, and being a long-time local myself, eating and shopping here on a daily basis, I can guide you off the beaten path and onto a delicious journey of food served in unique, locally-owned establishments. I believe that a food tour should be a striking harmony of a neighborhood's cuisine, history, and architecture. And in a neighborhood as colorful and steeped in history as Boston's North End -- America's most vibrant "Little Italy" -- you'll experience great fun just by being a part of it all. Join Off the Eaten Path Tours as I uncover the fabled past of this old world neighborhood, and experience firsthand what it means to be a "North Ender." There will be no Mike's Pastry, or Pizzeria Regina on this tour. I want to take to places that locals actually eat in. On this tour we will live "La Dolce Vita" and enjoy the art of good eating, in good company, Italian style.
Included / Excluded
- Food Tastings
- Wine Tasting
- Any additional food you purchase along the way
- Gratuities
Start / End Locations
Start Location: North Square Park, Boston, US
End Location: 255 Hanover St, Boston, US
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- There is a short amount of walking as part of the tour
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| Explore the North End | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (0 - 99 years) | $75.00 |
Points of interest
FAQ
Are Children welcome on the tour?
Yes! The love of learning and food begins with the young, but please remember this is a walking tour, and there'll be a lot of information that might be a bit overwhelming for young children.
How many people will there be on a tour?
Tours will not exceed more then 16 people.
What if I have a food allergy?
Please inform us if you have an allergy so we can plan some alternative options. We want everyone to participate on the tour.
Will there be alchohol on the tour?
Among the many unique things that sets this tour apart from so many others, is that we get to visit a 120 year old Wine Cellar and visit one of the top rated wine stores in the country for a wine tasting and mini seminar. I am very proud to be able to offer this experience to my guests. Even for those who do not drink wine, the experience is educational, regarding the history of wine production.
Can I take pictures on the tour?
Yes, absolutely!! Photography is strongly encouraged! The North End is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in America with beautiful pictures around every corner, just waiting for you to take them!
Rain or Shine?
Yes, within reasonable limits. In the event of extreme weather, though, we'll issue a certificate that we'll honor for a future tour which you may schedule at your convenience.
About operator:
My desire to start Off The Eaten Path Tours stems from a lifelong passion for food, and a desire to share our one-of-a-kind neighborhood, the North End, with visitors and locals alike. The North End boasts more restaurants, bakeries, and specialty food stores then any other neighborhood in Boston. The options are dizzying, and being a long-time local myself, eating and shopping here on a daily basis, I can guide you off the beaten path and onto a delicious journey of food served in unique, locally-owned establishments.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Category: Food & Drink
