
Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 310 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour worth booking?
Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour is a 2-hour experience in Boston, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 310 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (310)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $125 per person
BUT FIRST, DESSERT! Do dessert before dinner when you join us for Cocktails & Cannoli, an all inclusive walking food tour of Boston’s North End. Skip the infamous lines to taste delicious drinks and classic cannoli, and sample the best sweets the North End has to offer. Not to mention the Paul Revere House and Old North Church along the way! To top it all off, our local tour guides will sprinkle in fascinating historic knowledge, fun cultural facts, and culinary tidbits.
What you get
About this experience
BUT FIRST, DESSERT! Do dessert before dinner when you join us for Cocktails & Cannoli, an all inclusive walking food tour of Boston’s North End. Skip the infamous lines to taste delicious drinks and classic cannoli, and sample the best sweets the North End has to offer. Not to mention the Paul Revere House and Old North Church along the way! To top it all off, our local tour guides will sprinkle in fascinating historic knowledge, fun cultural facts, and culinary tidbits.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Skip the long lines
- Cocktail samples
- Dessert samples
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
North End
Private tours and customized options are available. Please CONTACT US at our website for tour options if you do not see your desired date or time available. BUT FIRST, DESSERT! This all-inclusive tour may vary slightly but typically contains: *A water bottle to carry with you on the tour *4 dessert samples including the classic cannoli and gelato *3 cocktail samples *Stop by Paul Revere’s House as we discuss the importance of alcohol in Revolutionary Boston *Skipping the long wait in line at two of the most famous pastry shops in Boston *A blind cannoli taste off testing a historic rivalry *See Old North Church and the location of those famous signal lanterns from 1775 We look forward to meeting you and making your experience in Boston truly memorable!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Boston
Tony DeMarco Boxing Statue Corner of Cross Street and Hanover Street
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tony DeMarco Boxing Statue Corner of Cross Street and Hanover Street
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
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cocktails & Cannoli
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note we try to keep public tours to groups of 12 or less, so we cannot take large group bookings through TripAdvisor. We are happy to accommodate private and custom tours or larger parties on our public tours depending on availability, please contact us (text is fastest).
- Minimum Age is 21.
- PLEASE ADVISE ANY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS IN NOTES AT THE TIME OF BOOKING
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Gluten free options are available. We are happy to accommodate dietary needs to the best of our ability, but please be aware not every location is completely allergen free and some tastings are fixed. The cannoli in particular are NOT made in nut free facilities.
- The tour usually lasts between 2 and 2.5 hours and we walk for approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers).
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 310 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
310 verified traveler reviews for Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful way to see the North End
Pat was a fantastic guide. He has really developed great relationships with the businesses in the North End. We did a blind taste test with 2x historically known pastry shops (not going to tell you who won, don't want to persuade you), but my wife and I picked opposite, so it truly was an experience The cocktails were hand selected by Pat as he has traveled and tried cocktails from a number of places, and the ones he chose were fantastic. If you have a couple hours we HIGHLY recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome tour - highly recommended!
Pat was a fabulous tour guide, very knowledgeable and personable. Both food and drinks were delicious. My daughter and I both loved it!
via Tripadvisor
Awesome tour! Pat was a...
Awesome tour! Pat was a great host with so much knowledge about the north end. The cocktails and pastries were fantastic! We had the best time!
via Viator
Two Thumbs Up
Pat was great! He shared so much history about the North End and was very personable. The cocktails and treats were delicious. Pat shared great dinner recommendations and was a wealth of information.
via Viator
Great experience!
We loved this tour! Pat was a fantastic guide and took us to really cool places we would never have seen otherwise. The cocktails were all delicious, and bonus my husband wasn’t drinking this trip so he had a mocktail at every stop! Thanks Pat for doing that! The desserts were also amazing. What a great way to spend time in the North End.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 109
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Boston.
How much does Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour cost?
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Prices start at $125 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 Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 310 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Boston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert 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 Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour?
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Around 109 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert 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 Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour?
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Included: Local guide; Bottled water; Alcoholic beverages; Snacks; and Skip the long lines. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour?
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Tony DeMarco Boxing Statue Corner of Cross Street and Hanover Street Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert 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 Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert 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.
What happens to Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Boston. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Cocktails & Cannoli: Boston's North End Dessert Tour?
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Across 310 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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