easy
2–3 hours
Basic walking ability needed; suitable for most fitness levels
Taste Boston beyond the usual with Binge on Boston’s food tours — from seafood to pizza and historic taverns, each trip serves local flavor and stories with genuine hospitality.
Boston is a city where history and culinary passion collide in vibrant neighborhoods like the North End, making it a dynamic destination for food lovers. Binge on Boston specializes in guided tasting tours that showcase the city’s authentic edible culture — from fresh seafood to legendary pizza joints and historic taverns. Each curated route invites travelers to walk off typical tourist trails and step into local culinary institutions and family-run spots that have been serving Bostonians for generations.
The Boston Seafood Lovers Tour highlights the coastal city’s bounty with stops in small eateries where oysters, clam chowder, and lobster are served in hearty portions. These tours often feature guides who are Boston residents and experts, knowledgeable about the city’s seafood traditions and its relationship with the Atlantic. Their storytelling adds context to each bite, connecting the food to Boston’s maritime history.
The North End Pizza Tour and Holiday Lights Pizza Tour take participants through flavorful neighborhoods known for their Italian-American heritage and unforgettable pies, spotlighting authentic ingredients and old-school pizzerias far from the chain restaurants common elsewhere. Meanwhile, the Historic Boston Taverns Tour offers a spirited glimpse into the city’s 17th- and 18th-century social hub, where taverns once served revolutionaries and patriots alongside craft brews and hearty fare.
Binge on Boston’s small group format ensures a leisurely pace, plenty of tasting, and genuine interaction with both the guides and the venues they frequent. This combination of food, history, and local insight provides an immersive experience that appeals not just to visitors but to anyone eager to understand Boston’s identity through its flavors. For travelers seeking a culinary adventure anchored in place, Binge on Boston turns every meal into a story and every neighborhood into a discovery.
Reserve your spot well in advance to guarantee availability as tours have limited group sizes.
These food tours involve multiple tastings, so come with an appetite to fully enjoy the portions offered.
Expect to walk several city blocks through Boston’s neighborhoods, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Some tours, like the Holiday Lights Pizza Tour, operate seasonally — verify dates before booking.
Boston’s North End is America’s oldest Italian neighborhood, home to eateries tracing back over a century.
Many stops support sustainable seafood sourcing and local artisan producers, contributing to the city’s environmental stewardship.
Essential for navigating Boston’s city streets comfortably during the tours.
Pack a light rain jacket or layered clothing to handle changing weather conditions.
spring|fall|winter specific
Stay hydrated during summer walkabouts through the city’s neighborhoods.
summer specific
Useful for meeting points, photos, and additional local research.