
Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History
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3.4/5
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Is Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History worth booking?
Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History is a 3-hour experience in Boston, United States, from $160 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.4/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 3.4/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Welcome to the Boston Seafood Tour! I created a guided culinary experience featuring New England seafood classics, many of which date back hundreds of years. We'll explore the waterfront, one of the city's best indoor m
What you get
About this experience
Welcome to the Boston Seafood Tour! I created a guided culinary experience featuring New England seafood classics, many of which date back hundreds of years. We'll explore the waterfront, one of the city's best indoor markets, and the North End, known for its multi-generational Italian American culture and abundance of seafood, markets, bakeries, and cafes. During this tour, we'll taste the following: -Clam chowder from one of the essential Boston Waterfront restaurants -Clams casino from an over 50-year-old family-run institution -Lobster rolls inside a year-round marketplace featuring over 30 New England artisans and food producers -Fried scallops from a Sicilian-inspired grab-and-go seafood vendor on Hanover St -Mini cannoli from one of the Big 3 bakeries in the North End As a parting gift for joining the tour, you will receive a post-tour email highlighting my favorite places to visit, activities to enjoy, and local food & drink options.
What's included
Included
- Clam Chowder
- Fried Scallops
- List of Guide's Boston Favorites
- Clams Casino
- Lobster Roll
- Mini Cannoli
Not included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
The Paul Revere House
The group will spend some time in North Square talking about the Paul Revere House and other fascinating history facts of the neighborhood.
15 minutes here
Paul Revere Statue
The group will spend some time eating and hanging out in the Paul Revere Mall, then head over to the Paul Revere Statue to go over some more exciting Boston history.
15 minutes here
Boston Public Market
The group will have one of their bites in the Boston Public Market and will have a bit of time to explore one of the city's best collection of local vendors.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Boston
The group will meet at the back of the Columbus Park 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end right by Caffe Paradiso on Hanover st
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
- Up and Adam Food Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please alert us of any dietary restrictions and allergies before the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Still a bad decision
I previously reviewed this tour. I contacted the owner and was told they would investigate and get back to me. They did no such thing. Do not go on this tour.
via Tripadvisor
So much good food!
We were the only 2 on this tour and Adam made sure that we still got the best experience! The scallops were amazing!!
via Viator
Pass this up
This tour did not fulfill what it promised. The meeting place had very bad directions. This tour was picked because ti was promised only 12 people max. I guess a guide cancelled so they put two tours together and 24 people was way too many for tight Boston streets. No one could hear the guide unless you were standing right next to him. The company did not provide him with a microphone since it was supposed to be 12 people.The samples of seafood were just that, small samples. Due to the large group the restaurants were not ready for 24 people ,so we were very late and had to forgo some of the promised sites and samples. Warren the guide was lovely and tried his best but no one was happy. The price of $80 was way too much for this disappointing day. I feel the company should have offered us another day instead of putting us together. I would like a refund and. I am ceertain this will not happen
Response from the operator: You are reviewing the wrong tour. I've never run a seafood tour of 24 people. Please double-check the operator you used and redirect this review to them. Thank you.
via Tripadvisor
Adam is a rockstar
Best during good weather as it is mostly outdoors. Our guide Adam was friendly, knowledgeable and had a wealth of information on the food and history of Boston!
via Viator
This was a great tour!...
This was a great tour! All of the food was delicious! Adam was a phenomenal tour guide! Friendly, professional, & enthusiastic about sharing the Boston history! I highly recommend this tour!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Boston.
How much does Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History cost?
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Prices start at $160 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 Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.4/5 across 5 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 Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History?
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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 Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History?
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Around 2 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Boston Seafood Tour: A Taste of New England History 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.
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