Philadelphia's Italian Market Food Tour

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Philadelphia's Italian Market Food Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Stroller Accessible
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English
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Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Wheelchair Accessible, Family-friendly, Pet-friendly
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Discover Philly's Italian Market on a guided food tour. Sample Italian, Mexican, and Vietnamese bites while exploring vibrant markets and public art. Savor local flavors and cultural tales.

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

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

Lunch
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
Gratuities
Additional food and drink
Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

1

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.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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Italian Market 9th Street

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.
2 hours 20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Sarcone's Bakery (Pass By)

Baking the city’s best bread since 1918, Sarcone’s is the perfect place to try Philly’s traditional pizza slice…the tomato pie

Isgro Pastries (Pass By)

Making delectable Italian sweets since 1904, including an unforgettable cannoli

Blue Corn Restaurant and Bar (Pass By)

Delicious Mexican cuisine with a kick, like the tacos de pollo pibil

Talluto's - Philadelphia (Pass By)

Melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella cheese knots, marinated in a light olive oil await you here

Pop Up Café (Pass By)

Two Vietnamese restaurants known for their tasty and flavorful spins on the traditional Banh Mi sandwich

Cardenas Oil & Vinegar Taproom (Pass By)

Sip several varieties of olive oil and vinegar from around the world in this tasting room

Tortilleria San Roman (Pass By)

Fresh, soft, hot-off-the-press tortilla shells paired with creamy homemade guacamole

Anthony's Italian Coffee & Chocolate House (Pass By)

Wonderful cafe serving espresso, chocolate truffles and homemade gelato

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Cianfrani Park, South 8th Street, Philadelphia County Pennsylvania, United States, US, 19147

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Meet your guide in the center of Cianfrani Park; 721 S. 8th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147
End Point

Italian Market 9th Street, South 9th Street, Philadelphia County Pennsylvania, United States, US, 19147

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A central location in or near the Italian Market.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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This was a great tour....
July 18, 2026

This was a great tour. Heather who was our guide had much knowledge about the market’s rich history. The food items on the tour were varied, well thought out, delicious and all came with a bit of h...read more

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Awesome South Philly Food tour
July 17, 2026

Great stories about the area and lots of small stops to get yummy food. Left the your very full. Great guide!

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lovely sampling of the Italian mkt
July 16, 2026

excellent history and tasting. Tom L was very gracious and accommodating. he shared a lot of food knowledge and local history.

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Excellent
July 14, 2026

Excellent experience fun learned a lot new things

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Best Food tour in Philadelphia
July 14, 2026

Awesome tour with Nina- great information and lovely guide - great food

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