Boston Food Tour: Food and Cultural Tour of Boston's Chinatown

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2 hours 30 minutes
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1 - 4 guests
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Immerse yourself in Boston's Chinatown with our guided tour, sampling traditional and modern eats. Unveil the rich history and evolution of Chinese-American cuisine on this cultural journey.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Chinatown’s Culture & Cuisine Tour


Join us for a walking culinary and cultural adventure in Boston’s Chinatown!  Never been to Chinatown? Curious about how to navigate this neighborhood and find the best of both traditional and modern day eats? Join us for a culinary and cultural stroll and we’ll show you!


During this tasty stroll, you can expect to:

• Stroll the neighborhood streets, visit sites and learn about Chinatown’s past and present

• Visit beloved local restaurants and enjoy both traditional Chinese and Chinese-American tastings

• Discover how Chinese-American cuisine evolved and led to Boston-specific dishes

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Tastings include Chinese, Chinese-American and Modern Asian cuisine
3 hour guided walking tour of Chinatown
Gratuity for your tour guide is not included in your ticket price. If you have a great time and wish to consider, gratuities are graciously accepted at the conclusion of the tour.
Parking: Meters in Boston have a 2-hour limit per block, which is not enough time to cover the full length of the tour. We recommend arriving via public transportation when possible, or parking in a lot. The starting point is close to both the Chinatown T stop on the Orange Line and South Station on the Red Line. There are also many open air and covered lots within walking distance of the meeting location.

Good To Know

  • This experience is not appropriate to attend with toddler or infants and strollers are not permitted on any of our tours
  • Tours run rain or shine - we have fun in all types of weather, so please come prepared for the forecast!
  • All participants must have a ticket and advance ticket purchase is required.
  • This experience is not recommended for participants under 12 years of age
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

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Chinatown

At Bites of Boston Food Tours, we believe local food is best enjoyed when served in the context of your local surroundings. Boston’s Chinatown is a small yet historically and culturally significant neighborhood in the city. Brimming with delicious food tastings and fascinating stories, our Chinatown Culture and Cuisine Tour is one you don’t want to miss! We'll share the history of the development of Boston's Chinatown, as well as discuss the evolution of Chinese food in America and aspects of the cuisine that developed specific to the Boston area.  Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to try traditional Chinese food specialties, Chinese-American dishes, and modern twists on traditional cuisine from 2nd generation Chef Owners in the neighborhood. We'll share the fascinating stories behind the people, the places and the food that make Boston's Chinatown the vibrant and tasty gem it of  a neighborhood it is today! We look forward to seeing you in Chinatown!
2 hours 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

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Meeting Point

Chinatown Gate, Beach Street, Suffolk County Massachusetts, United States, US, 02111

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Tours depart from the Chinatown Gate
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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