Philadelphia's Italian Market Food Tour
Overview
Come and explore one of Philly's most vibrant, diverse and delicious neighborhoods during our Italian Market Food Tour. This tasty stretch of 9th Street has been home to a curbside market since the 1800's, and has served as a backbone of this community for generations. Listen as your expert local guide tells some amazing stories of the market's past while you delight in 5 delectable bites that show-off the local flavor.
This tour highlights Philly's wonderful diversity, and the amazing food scene that it has created. You will try Italian classics like the tomato pie and cannoli, Mexican delicacies like spicy chicken tacos and freshly-pressed tortillas, and Vietnamese bites like the banh mi sandwich.
Take a nice relaxing stroll with your guide as your senses are immersed in the sights and sounds of this iconic Philly market. In addition to the amazing food, you'll also enjoy some dazzling pieces of public art that can be found down many backstreets and alleys in the area.
What's Included
- Lunch Enjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings
- Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
- The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette
- Italian classics like the tomato pie (pizza, Philly style), cannoli or gelato
- Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country
- Local, English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities
- Additional food and drink
- Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
Meeting Location
721 South 8th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
919 South 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA
A central location in or near the Italian Market.
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Cianfrani Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Italian Market 9th Street
2 hours 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sarcone's Bakery (pass by)
Isgro Pastries (pass by)
Blue Corn Restaurant and Bar (pass by)
Talluto's - Philadelphia (pass by)
Pop Up Café (pass by)
Cardenas Oil & Vinegar Taproom (pass by)
Tortilleria San Roman (pass by)
Anthony's Italian Coffee & Chocolate House (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Lunch. Enjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings.
- Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole.
- The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette.
- Italian classics like the tomato pie (pizza, Philly style), cannoli or gelato.
- Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country.
- Local, English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
- Additional food and drink.
- Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Philadelphia's Italian Market Food Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchEnjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings
- Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
- The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette
- Italian classics like the tomato pie (pizza, Philly style), cannoli or gelato
- Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country
- Local, English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities
- Additional food and drink
- Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
