Philadelphia Secret Food Tour of Reading Market and Center City

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3 hours
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1 - 12 guests
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English
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Join an exciting 3-hour Philadelphia food tour. Taste iconic pretzel cheesesteak, explore Reading Terminal, enjoy Malaysian delights, and discover secret treats in Center City's bustling streets.

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

Experience Details

On our Secret Food Tour: Philadelphia, you'll be led through the busy streets of Philly for a mouth-watering three-hour urban gastronomy tour in the central and historic areas of the 'City of Brotherly Love'.


You'll get to try an innovative twist on the soft pretzel, the pretzel Philly cheesesteak made with ingredients sourced from vendors in the Reading Terminal Market. We'll also try an amazing Malaysian dish in Chinatown. You will travel to the heart of the Emerald Isle too; plus there will be two sweet treats, one will be a life changing Pennsylvania Dutch plus the Secret Dish, which will only be revealed on the tour.

What You Get

Pretzel Cheesesteak
Our delicious Secret Dish
Hot and Warm Donut
Transportation
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Good To Know

  • Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email us.
  • We strongly advise wearing comfortable walking shoes to all of our guests. Our tour runs a little over 3 hours.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

What You’ll Experience

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Reading Terminal Market

Receive multiple tastings inside Philadelphia's historic Reading Terminal Market
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Chinatown Friendship Gate (Pass By)

You'll discover the influence of other cultures in Philly as we walk through the Friendship Arch in Chinatown

15th St/City Hall (Pass By)

See the historic Philadelphia City Hall and learn about the cursed statue that tops it.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Reading Terminal Market, Arch Street, Philadelphia County Pennsylvania, United States, US, 19107

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The meeting spot is across the street from Reading Terminal Market, on 12th Street & Arch St. Our guide will be waiting outside of Panera Bread restaurant, with an orange umbrella and a big smile!
End Point

Center City, Philadelphia County Pennsylvania, United States, US

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Philadelphia tour ends in the middle of Center City on Market St near Reading Terminal Market

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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