
Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 1,121 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour worth booking?
Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Boston, United States, from $59 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 1,121 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (1,121)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Feed BIG appetites, at small prices! A true Pizza Lover never settles for just samples. Enjoy three different FULL SIZE slices during this fun and educational pizza walk! Follow your Guide (led by Boston's best Tour Guides - check our reviews!) along Boston's Freedom Trail, to some of the very best pizzerias on the planet. Pizza on tour may include a slice named in the “Top 25 Best in America" by a famous food critic, a slice from Boston’s oldest Pizzeria with a brick oven from 1883, or taste Neapolitan-style from the Winner of Boston's 1st Pizza Festival! Some slices may be enjoyed "al fresco" in beautiful North End parks. Bonus stop at Modern Pastry to finish with a FREE home-made Cannoli! See and learn about top Boston historical sites including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, the Skinny House, Bunker Hill Monument, and USS Constitution. Also look for our popular Historic Pub Tour, Boston SeaFoodie Tour, and our new Pre-Game Tours, too!.
What you get
About this experience
Feed BIG appetites, at small prices! A true Pizza Lover never settles for just samples. Enjoy three different FULL SIZE slices during this fun and educational pizza walk! Follow your Guide (led by Boston's best Tour Guides - check our reviews!) along Boston's Freedom Trail, to some of the very best pizzerias on the planet. Pizza on tour may include a slice named in the “Top 25 Best in America" by a famous food critic, a slice from Boston’s oldest Pizzeria with a brick oven from 1883, or taste Neapolitan-style from the Winner of Boston's 1st Pizza Festival! Some slices may be enjoyed "al fresco" in beautiful North End parks. Bonus stop at Modern Pastry to finish with a FREE home-made Cannoli! See and learn about top Boston historical sites including the Paul Revere House, Old North Church, the Skinny House, Bunker Hill Monument, and USS Constitution. Also look for our popular Historic Pub Tour, Boston SeaFoodie Tour, and our new Pre-Game Tours, too!.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- 2.5 hour History & Pizza Walking Tour of Boston's North End
- Cannoli from Modern Pastry
- Enjoy 3 Pizza Tastings from some of "Little Italy's" Top Pizzerias
- Professional/Local Guide
- Visit campus of historic Old North Church & The Clough House. Admission IS NOT included.
- Walk in the footsteps of Revolutionary Patriots like Paul Revere, Samuel Adams and George Washington
- See 5 Freedom Trail Sites, including Old North, Paul Revere House, Bunker Hill & Old Ironsides.
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
North End
Explore Boston's North End on a fun and educational food tour! See 5 Freedom Trail sites, as we mix-in 3 different slices from some of Boston's very best pizzerias. Walk, Learn, Eat ....and repeat!
150 minutes here · Admission included
Your food tour experience begins downstairs at Modern Pastry Shop. Boston's North End is home to the best bakeries and pastry shops in the City. They say that "toursists go to Mike's, but Locals go to Modern.
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The Paul Revere House
The Paul Revere House is the oldest home in downtown Boston (c1680). Listen as your Tour Guide tells stories of this American Revolutionary hero.
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North Square Park
This small triangle of property is the oldest section, of Boston's oldest neighborhood. Hear stories about the North End's Puritan roots, and how it was once a Jewish, then Irish and now Italian neighborhood.
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Old North Church & Historic Site
Affectionally known as "Old North", this is the oldest standing (c1723) church building in Boston. The steeple of this historic church is where "One if by Land, and Two if by Sea" took place.
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Skinny House
Hear your Tour Guide tell the story of Boston's "Skinny House", also known as the "Spite House".
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Copp's Hill Burying Ground
Copp's Hill Burying Ground - "This is Boston's 2nd oldest burying ground. Learn the North End connection to the Salem Witch Trials."
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USS Constitution
Also known as "Old Ironsides", this iconic ship is the oldest active warship (c1797) in the World today.
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Bunker Hill Monument
Enjoy a birds-eye view of Bunker Hill in Charlestown, and listen to stories about the 1st major battle of the American Revolution.
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Your food tour experience finishes where it started, back at Modern Pastry. Enjoy cannoli (included in tour price!) from this famous North End pastry shop.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Boston
Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Boston Pizza Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If the minimum number of 4 travelers isn't met, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund.
- Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free and Vegan options ARE NOT available on Public Tours. We can accommodate special diets on Private Tours ONLY.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,117 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
1,117 verified traveler reviews for Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awesome tour
I really loved our tour guide, Scotty! He was incredibly knowledgeable, and made the entire tour so much fun! Be ready for a lot of walking before you book. Other than that, I highly recommend!
via Viator
Big Al and this tour is the best!
We had such an amazing time on our history tour! It also happened to have yummy pizza and a delish cannoli. This tour with Big Al is a must-do if you are in Boston! He was friendly and so so knowledgeable about Boston history. Definitely would recommend!!!
via Viator
Pizza and history
Scotty was a great guide, the pace was easy and the pizza delicious. A great way to combine a food tour with a little history.
via Viator
It’s not just pizza, it’s...
It’s not just pizza, it’s history and authenticity Boston in tone. In short this tour is wicked pissah
via Viator
Fabulous walking tour! ...
Fabulous walking tour! Just enough of a history lesson and pizza was amazing! Scotty was a great guide!!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 392
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Boston Pizza Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.8.
See everything Boston Pizza Tours runsWhy this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Boston.
How much does Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Boston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Boston is not rushed.
Is Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 1,121 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Boston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Around 392 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Boston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Boston and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Boston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Boston?
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Boston is compact enough that a good walking guide beats any bus. Freedom Trail walks, harbour cruises, Fenway tours and whale-watch runs out to Stellwagen Bank are the core, plus Salem and Cape Cod as day trips. Outty Ranking weights guide storytelling and group size heavily, because on the Freedom Trail the narration is the entire product. On Outty we rank every Boston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Full Revolutionary Story Epic Small-Group Boston Walking Tour, Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour, Boston's Freedom Trail: A Revolutionary Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Boston?
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May to October. Whale watching runs roughly April through October only. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Boston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Included: Bottled water; 2.5 hour History & Pizza Walking Tour of Boston's North End; Cannoli from Modern Pastry; Enjoy 3 Pizza Tastings from some of "Little Italy's" Top Pizzerias; and Professional/Local Guide. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Tours start in Boston's historic North End. Meet your Tour Guide at Modern Pastry Underground. Please DO NOT wait in line for the pastry shop - walk right in, and head downstairs! Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Boston Pizza Lovers Food and History Walking Tour?
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Across 1,121 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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