Philadelphia's Italian Market Food Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
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.
Options
Public Walking Food Tour
Private Walking Food Tour
Private Italian Market Tour: Enjoy the dazzling flavors of the Italian Market with your own tour guide on this private tour option.
What‘s Included
Enjoy 5 incredible and diverse dish tastings
Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
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
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
318 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great stroll through the Italian Market neighborhood.
fvguy72,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nina, a Philly native, was friendly, knowledgeable, and talkative. I truly enjoyed the history lesson and different food choices: Italian, Vietnamese, and Mexican. The food was a great representation of Philadelphia’s diversity. Recommended.
Great experience
I3990JUnicolel,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Heather was great - knowledgeable and charming. Great tour!
Chuck…Philadelphia Italian market food tour!
U9146PCginam,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everyone loved this tour. Chuck our tour guide was not only knowledgeable, he was fun and down to earth. He just guided us through all the great shops with ease and comfort. I would definitely recommend this tour to everyone and absolutely request Chuck to be our tour guide
Great food! Great tour!
aliciarR9194MV,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our whole group really enjoyed this tour! Chuck was an excellent guide. He brought a great mix of knowledge and fun to the experience. We were also impressed by how much food was included. Highly recommend taking this tour!
The tasting were great...
Nick G,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tasting were great and I liked that it included a Mexican and Vietnamese tasting experience in addition to traditional Italian delights. Learning the history of the market was fascinating.
Phenomenal Philly Italian Market Tour
Bnizzle76,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My adult son and I toured with Jason- we only had 6 in our group. He was amazing telling stories and his food knowledge was fantastic. Photos of some of our stops- he also recommended Fiorella’s which was our favorite!
Italian Market Tour
micheleeR7830SI,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour! Barry was informative, knowledgeable and fun! He combined history and food with ease. A perfect balance. Would highly recommend this food tour.
Italian Market Food Tour
A8480RXjimp,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun experience. Our guide, Barry was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. The foods we sampled were all very tasty!
Walking tour of Italian...
Megan U,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Walking tour of Italian market and Italian section of Philly. Food was brought to a central location and we sat and had a picnic style at the end. All delicious
Great way to try everything on 9th street!
Navigator55195340680,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My 13 year old niece and I had a wonderful time on our tour with Chuck. Chuck was very welcoming and knowledgable about all things Philly history, culture, art and of course the history and food scene of the Italian market. I personally have lived in south philly for 4 years and pride myself on my notchs of explored places and knowledge but I learned so much and tried new food too! This is fantastic with friends, family as a date or gift! I would recommend to someone who has never been to Philly or someone who has lived there forever. Chuck truly loves what he does and is well known and loved by the shop owners/ workers. I couldn’t recommend more!
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