Philadelphia Italian Market Public Food Tour
Come and explore one of Philly's most vibrant, diverse and delicious neighborhoods during our Italian Market Food Tour. This tasty stretch of 9th Street has been home to a curbside market since the 1800's, and has served as a backbone of this community for generations. Listen as your expert local guide tells some amazing stories of the market's past while you delight in 5 delectable bites that show-off the local flavor.
This tour highlights Philly's wonderful diversity, and the amazing food scene that it has created. You will try Italian classics like the tomato pie and cannoli, Mexican delicacies like spicy chicken tacos and freshly-pressed tortillas, and Vietnamese bites like the banh mi sandwich.
Take a nice relaxing stroll with your guide as your senses are immersed in the sights and sounds of this iconic Philly market. In addition to the amazing food, you'll also enjoy some dazzling pieces of public art that can be found down many backstreets and alleys in the area.
Options
Italian Market Food Tour - Small Group Walking Tour
What's included in Philadelphia Italian Market Public Food Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cianfrani Park
Start your tour in one of the South Philly’s many wonderful public parks, where your local expert guide will introduce themselves and the discuss the culinary journey you’ll be embarking on.
Down these streets you'll see stalls and stores of all kinds, as glorious scents and surprising sights surround you. There are many different breads, meats, produce, and cheeses to be enjoyed - along with classics such as cannoli and newer additions like fresh tortillas. You'll get a chance to speak to some local shopkeepers and hear about their family's experiences in the market. You'll also hear about the evolution of this immigrant neighborhood and how foods, dishes, and cuisines from all over the world have found a home in South Philly.
Baking the city’s best bread since 1918, Sarcone’s is the perfect place to try Philly’s traditional pizza slice…the tomato pie
Inclusions
- Enjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings
- The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette
- Italian classics like the tomato pie (pizza, Philly style), cannoli or gelato
- Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
- Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country
- Local, English-speaking guide.
- Gratuities
- Additional food and drink
- Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide in the center of Cianfrani Park; 721 S. 8th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147
End Points
- A central location in or near the Italian Market.
