Philly Foodie Tours

With such a wide variety of cultures in one city, Philadelphia offers a cornucopia of delights for foodies. Tour the city’s famous culinary neighborhoods and taste local and eclectic dishes inspired by the city and culture.

South Philadelphia Food Tour

Get to know the culinary scene in South Philadelphia with a tour by Taste4Travel. Led by Chef Jacquie, receive insider information about local Philadelphia cuisine and its history by tasting menu items from top restaurants in the area. Explore the Italian Market, sampling produce and enjoying authentic Italian cuisine at Villa di Roma. Be sure to save room for the various vendors along South 9th Street, including Mexican and Latino baked goods. For the full South Philly experience, opt for the four-course dinner along East Passyunk Avenue. Tours range from 1.5–3 hours for $50–125 per person.

City Food Tour

Even first-time visitors can eat like a local on a City Food Tour. Sample city staples during a Flavors of Philly tour, offering five stops to classic locales including the famous Reading Terminal Market. Grab local produce, cuisine and tastes of everything from tomato pies and soft pretzels to, of course, cheesesteaks. Take a more exotic route with the Ethnic Eats itinerary, sampling some of the best Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian and Indian eats in the city.

Philly Food Adventure Tours

Explore the array of flavors in Chinatown on a Philadelphia Food Adventure Tour.

Follow expert chefs and guides to five stops along Chinatown’s bustling streets. Taste authentic, flavorful cuisine, including whole roast duck, green tea waffles and homemade wontons. Tours last two–three hours with the optional Chinese Market tour at the end. Stick around for the night and head to Yakitori Boy for karaoke and cocktails.

Chew Philly Food Tours

Stroll the northwestern city neighborhoods of Manayunk and Chestnut Hill. Enjoy iconic Philadelphia sights and flavors on a Chew Philly Food Tour, tasting local fare and taking in the neighborhood history. Visit top stops and hidden gems including the famous tomato pie from Marchiano’s Bakery — often drawing crowds lined up around the corner. Head for the upscale residential beauty and architecture of Chestnut Hill, enjoying desserts and some city insight.