Boston Seafood Tour: Go Behind the Scenes at the Fish Pier
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy exclusive backstage access to Boston’s iconic seafood gems while savoring the city’s most delicious and locally sourced favorites. Join a local guide and explore the oldest continuously operating fish pier in America, go behind the scenes at an independent seafood distributor and family-run seafood shacks with stunning harbor views, and discover why Boston is the seafood capital of the US. Along the way, uncover hidden histories, striking architecture, and the incredible effort that made Boston Harbor one of the cleanest, most sustainable urban waterfronts in the world. Try a lobster roll, creamy clam chowder, and other locally sourced regional favorites.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A variety of seafood samples that will equal a full meal (may include lobster roll, New England clam chowder, Atlantic bluefin tuna handrolls, stuffed clams, quahogs, or raw oysters)
This seafood tour centers around shellfish and therefore is not suitable for anybody with a shellfish allergy, as we are unable to offer suitable substitutions. For any other food allergies please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure or we cannot guarantee suitable food alternatives.
This is a child-friendly tour. Children under 6 can join for free. Please let us know when booking if you're bringing a child under 6. Children aged 6 to 11 can join at the adult rate. Please inform us at the time of booking if you're bringing a child between 6 and 11, using the special requirements box on the checkout page.
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but please note that this tour covers between 3.2 km (2 miles) of walking.
You will pick up some responsible travel tips that will help you to be a greener traveller while you’re in the city
This tour runs year-round and will proceed rain or shine unless such weather constitutes a dangerous situation.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Explore Boston’s historic Seaport District on a guided walking tour
Taste a variety of seafood samples that together equal a full meal
Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Join a Friendly Local Food loving guide at their favourite eateries
Access exclusive behind-the-scenes areas at the oldest continuously operating fish pier in the U.S.
Learn about sustainable seafood practices and the inner workings of Boston’s seafood industry
Drinks and additional food
Tips/gratuities for your guide
What To Expect
Your tour starts at South Boston Maritime Park, a delightful and charming park surrounded by Boston's historic seafood industry.
You’ll visit the Harborwalk, a scenic pathway connecting neighborhoods along Boston Harbor. Along the way, you’ll learn about the harbor’s rich history and enjoy breathtaking views.
Options
Private Tour
Private Tour
Small Group Seafood Tour
Reviews
258 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Greatest Seafood Tour in Boston
Allen H,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was amazing. Nabil was a great tour guide and super friendly and knowledgeable. The food at every stop was top notch!! A must do while in Boston
Great Experience
Cami D,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was knowledgeable. Food was great. It was fun to learn about Boston and walk around the city.
Wonderful
jocamo2381,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ilan was engaging and informative. We learned interesting facts about the Boston seafood industry and ate some delicious clam chowder, fried clams, a tuna rolls and the best lobster roll I had in Boston. Highly recommend.
Great day in Boston
Emilee W,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00So fun seeing & tasting the local food and hangouts. Illan was a great guide! We thoroughly enjoyed it!
Best of Boston!
nicholemC7969NL,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ilan was great. He was super friendly and very well versed about Boston. He was very interactive and the tour felt like we were hanging out with old friends! Highly recommended!
10/10 would reccomend tour!
Dreadoestravel,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Casual and laid back, fun facts, delish seafood and good company! IIAN was awesome. It’s a good pace, I got 9k steps! Come looking to learn about some of Boston’s oldest history and newest neighborhood- while enjoying the best seafood the city has to offer. Came for the lobster rolls, dreaming of the best fried clams this New England native has ever had! Thank you for making my birthday memorable.
Take the tour! Great experience
T7542GLdavej,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our your guide was incredible and very knowledgeable about the area, great info and conversation. Fun and engaging! It's a walking city so the 10k steps aren't torture, frequent stops for food and great views throughout the city! Food was delicious, some of the freshest seafood you can get anywhere. The whole group was chatty and engaged, really a great group experience with a great host!
Great Seafood Tour
Freedom586792,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide Tim was very knowledgeable and personal. He took us behind the scenes at the dock where they processed the seafood. He also adjusted our tour so that a couple of us that did not like oysters could have an alternative tasting. One thing that would have made this a totally satisfying experience would be to get a full lobster roll instead of just a half. Other than that, it was a great experience.
We had an great time on...
James B,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an great time on this tour!! Tim, our tour guide, was so fun and full of information!! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who loves seafood!
Great time on super informative and fun (& delicious) seafood tour!
Explorer54896373039,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nabil was kind, funny, entertaining and super informed. He's obviously very passionate about supporting the local fisheries and community. It was more like hanging out with a friend than some stuffy tour guide! Will highly recommend to my friends heading to Boston! David OBrien
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