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A Taste of the Freedom Trail: Boston's Iconic Food & History Tour

By Bites of Boston Food Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$191 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Taste Boston’s history with every bite on this flavourful journey through City centre Boston.

Savour Boston classics like creamy New England clam chowder that once fuelled sailors and city workers, a classic New England lobster roll from the region’s coastal waters, slow-cooked Boston baked beans with colonial roots, and Boston’s most iconic dessert—the decadent Boston cream pie—enjoyed at the very place it was first created in the 1850s.

As you explore historic landmarks along the Freedom Trail, you’ll uncover fascinating food origins that span centuries—from Native American influences and colonial traditions to the beloved local flavours we enjoy today. It’s a fresh (and flavourful!) twist on the city’s most famous walk—experience the Freedom Trail through Boston’s legendary dishes.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind “Feed ’Em Trail” adventure—where every stop reveals a delicious piece of Boston’s culinary history.

Activity location

  • Beantown Pub
    • 100 Tremont St
    • 02108-5001, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Beantown Pub
    • 100 Tremont Street
    • 02108, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Food Tour Only (No Beer)
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

No Beer Tastings Included

Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
AU$191.17 x 1 AdultAU$191.17
Total
Price is AU$191.17
Food Tour + Drink Package
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
  • 2 Local Beers OR 1 Cocktail: Upgrade your tour to include 2 Beers OR 1 Cocktail at one of our Tavern stops.
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00 AM
Price details
AU$228.22 x 1 AdultAU$228.22
Total
Price is AU$228.22

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A 3-hour guided experience along Boston’s iconic Freedom Trail, led by a knowledgeable local guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional upgrade that includes either two local craft beers or one handcrafted cocktail.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stories, history, and insider tips about Boston’s food culture and landmarks.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Generous food tastings at 4 beloved local eateries - plenty for a hearty lunch!
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge for your tour guide is not included.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic Drinks (optional during booking)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Beantown Pub

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Right in the heart of city centre, Beantown Pub blends casual charm with classic Boston character — and boasts a view of history you can toast to. A beloved spot for locals and visitors alike, Beantown Pub is also the only remaining place in the city where you can find 2 Boston Classics on the menu. This once popular slow-cooked supper dish is also on our menu, and the first tasting on our tour.

The Freedom Trail

  • 30m
Explore Boston’s history one bite at a time! During this experience, travellers will enjoy a deliciously immersive journey through Boston’s culinary past and present. As we follow the historic Freedom Trail, we’ll share fascinating, lesser known food history at multiple sites, as well as stop to savour iconic local dishes at four beloved eateries, each with its own storey to tell.

Boston Sign

  • 10m
*PHOTO OPP!* In the heart of Government Centre, Boston announces itself in bold letters — a bright reminder of where history and modern energy meet. This is the perfect spot for a fund commemorative photo that literally spells out exactly where you are!

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

  • 30m
A lively hub along the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall Marketplace blends history and modern-day charm with its cobblestone walkways, street performers, and a wide variety of local food vendors and shops. Once a meeting place for America’s early revolutionaries, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is now a bustling gathering spot filled with local flavour!

Bell In Hand Tavern

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Just steps from Faneuil Hall, this legendary spot has been serving Bostonians since the 1700s — making it the oldest continuously operating tavern in the country. A Boston classic dating back to 1795, Bell in Hand has been welcoming locals and visitors alike for over two centuries — proof that good stories and cold drinks never go out of style. We'll visit for a coastal New England seafood Classic, and you are welcome to raise a glass of cold local brew if you'd like! You'll also learn a bit of secret whimsy about the paintings adorning the walls.

Haymarket (Pass by)

A Boston tradition since the early 1800s, Haymarket is a bustling open-air market where local vendors sell fresh produce, seafood, and more at unbeatable prices every weekend.

Boston Public Market (Pass by)

Boston Public Market is an all-indoor, year-round marketplace showcasing the city’s best local vendors, from fresh produce and seafood to artisanal goods and regional specialities.

Government Center

  • 10m
Government Centre blends old and new Boston, from sleek city buildings to one glittering nod to the city’s tea-loving past. At the edge of this lively crossroads of Boston’s civic life hides a gleaming surprise that tips its hat to one of the city’s most famous traditions - keep your eyes open for a shining landmark that’s poured its charm over Boston for more than a century.

Omni Parker House

  • 30m
Step inside the storied Omni Parker House, where Boston’s rich history meets timeless flavour. Founded in 1855, the historic Omni Parker House is home to Parker’s Restaurant, birthplace of the iconic Boston Cream Pie and Parker House Rolls—two delicious contributions to Boston’s culinary legacy.

Granary Burying Ground (Pass by)

Located along the Freedom Trail, the Granary Burying Ground is one of Boston’s oldest cemeteries and the final resting place of many Revolutionary heroes, including Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Hancock.

Location

Activity location

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    Beantown Pub
    • 100 Tremont St
    • 02108-5001, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Beantown Pub
    • 100 Tremont Street
    • 02108, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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