Center City Philadelphia Food Tour with Reading Market | 2 hours 30 minutes

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Best of Philadelphia Food Tour - Small Group Walking Tour
2 Adults x $59.00
$118.00
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$118.00

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • 6 Food Samplings of the best food you'll have in Philly!
  • Visit locals-only food spots in Philadelphia
  • Philly Cheese steak, Soft Pretzels, Donuts, Hummus, as well as other great taste offerings!
  • A memorable stroll through lively Center City
  • Local, English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Additional food and drink
  • Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops

Overview

You'll eat your way through Philadelphia's greatest foods on this filling tour! Go inside the iconic Reading Terminal Market, where Philly classics like fresh soft pretzels and scrapple can be paired with international tastes like Italian cannolis. You'll savor the one and only Philly cheesesteak - a local favorite that has inspired imitators around the world. Then, we'll head to trendy Sansom Street and discover Philly food innovations like creamy vegan shakes, locally-sourced mushroom pizza, and lick-the-bowl-clean New World hummus made from Old World recipes. You'll also get a chance to sip on Fair Trade coffee at a fast-growing local start-up; one of many examples of Philly's social consciousness and move towards environmental sustainability. If you want the best of Philly's foodie scene - this is the tour for you!

Meeting points

Your tour will meet outside the Masonic Temple, in front of the main entrance - 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

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A central location in Center City, near public transit.

Itinerary

  • Masonic Temple

    Your local expert guide will meet you outside of the Masonic Temple of Philadelphia, in the shadow of our massive City Hall, to introduce themselves and the tour and to briefly talk about those two phenomenal pieces of architecture.

    10 minutes

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    Hear about the exciting and delicious tour you’re about to enjoy. Learn about Philadelphia’s historic City Hall building and get an introduction to the City of Brotherly Love.

    10 minutes

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    One of the newer foodie hotspots of the city, here, you’ll taste delicious food featuring locally-sourced ingredients.

    45 minutes

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Creamy, tahini-based vegan shakes offered in a variety of flavors

  • N/A (Pass By)

    A locally-sourced restaurant serving up crispy fried chicken tenders

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Tasty, traditional Afghan cuisine served in this trendy eatery

  • N/A (Pass By)

    A popular cheese steak joint in the heart of the Rittenhouse neighborhood

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Yummy cake-style donuts offered in a variety of fun and innovative flavors

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    Discover the innovative side of the Philly food scene, with a stop at a local coffee shop that prides itself on fair trade and environmental sustainability, a neighborhood eatery known for applying old-World recipes to innovative dishes, or a delicious, out-of-the-box beverage.

    20 minutes

  • Reading Terminal Market

    Led by your guide, you will eat your way through one of America’s oldest and largest daily indoor markets. Tap into the diverse cultural influence on Philly’s food scene by sampling the iconic Philly Cheesesteak, a Pennsylvania German handmade soft pretzel, Southern-inspired mac-n-cheese, Jewish-style pastrami on rye, or an Italian cannoli.

    45 minutes

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Scrumptious cheese steaks with home-made cheese sauces offered here

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    A wide variety of tasty treats, all 100% gluten free

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    A trendy take on traditional Georgian cuisine like Oxtail dumplings and cheese boats

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Soft, warm, lightly buttered Amish-style pretzels

  • N/A (Pass By)

    These doughy donuts, offered in fantastic flavors like Fruity Pebbles and Maple Bacon, are some of the best in Philly. Across the aisle at their bakery…the classic and delicious whoopie pie

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Central American street food like pupusas and taquitos burst with flavor

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    Famous Italian bakery known for some of the best cannolis in town

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    Savory meat pies and jerk chicken offered up at this Jamaican eatery

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 14100% refund
June 15No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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475 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 437 reviews with 5 stars

5-Star Review for Barry – The Best Tour Guide in Philadelphia!

Published on Feb, 2025

Barry is an incredible tour guide who brings Philadelphia’s history to life with his enthusiasm, knowledge, and storytelling skills. His Foody Tour is the perfect mix of historical insights and delicious treats, making every stop along the way memorable. Barry’s passion for the city is contagious, and his warm, friendly nature makes everyone feel welcome. He knows all the hidden gems and local favorites, ensuring a fun and engaging experience for both visitors and locals. If you’re looking for a top-notch tour guide in Philly, Barry is the one to book! Highly recommended!

Excellent Tour!

Published on Feb, 2025

Barry was amazing! We enjoyed so much of the local food and learning about the history of Philly! I would highly recommend.

Fun tour of city and food

Published on Feb, 2025

Brittany was fantastic! She showed us many landmarks and included rich history. In addition to historical facts, Brittany added several fun facts about different sites. The food places she chose were perfect to represent the variety of culture Philadelphia offers. Highly recommend Brittany and this tour!

Great food tour of city center

Published on Jan, 2025

Nina was great! She was very pleasant and had great information about Philly. I would very much recommend her for any tour in Philly.

Amazing food, awesome tour guide!

Published on Jan, 2025

Amazing food! Tour guide Nina was spectacular and had lots of fascinating details to share. Highly recommend! Excellent amount of time allotted

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