Reading Terminal Market Walking Tour in Philadelphia

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Duration
45 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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English
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Discover Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market on a 45-minute walking tour. Taste iconic snacks, explore lively aisles, and learn its history from expert guides. Book in advance to join!

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

Experience Details

The Reading Terminal Market is a must-see for anyone in Philadelphia. Designed for for locals, visitors, students, and fans of the Market, join us as we explore the Market's rich history, witness the skilled cooking styles passed down from generations, and take in the diverse and mouth-watering scents from the 80+ merchants.


Starting off with a famous Philly snack, this 45-minute tour will tantalize your taste buds and provide insight into the Market's vibrant history. Our expert guide will lead you through the Market's bustling aisles, pointing out must-see spots and sharing stories of the Market's past.


Come enjoy a fun and informative tour of the market, with an option to take home a scrumptious treat too. Advanced booking is required; walk-ons not guaranteed a spot.


Our Tour Guides accept tips, and they are greatly appreciated. Tipping is left up to the individual, but as a general practice, 20% is the common gratuity for service workers.

What You Get

Snacks
Two snacks from prized merchants within the Market: Start off with a Philly-famous snack and end with a sweet Amish-inspired treat from one of Philly's favorite bakeries
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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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

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Reading Terminal Market

Come taste the Market's history, hear stories of some of the 80+ small, family-owned businesses, see their products, and be the first to learn about new offerings. Our small group tours are designed to deliver the Reading Terminal Market experience. The tour includes hearing about the Market's history and evolution, becoming familiar with the layout, and hearing about many of the merchants that make up the Market. You'll see the numerous bakeries, produce grocers, butchers, gourmet vendors, and other shops during the tour.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

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

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The tour meets near the mailboxes in the back corner of the Market between Herbiary and the PA General Store. It is closest to the entrance on Arch Street. The restrooms are nearby, but look for the green "Meeting Point" sign near the mailboxes. Plan to arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins.
End Point

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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What People Are Saying
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Would not recommend this company to anyone. No excuses for such poor service.
June 16, 2025
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The tour guide did not turn up. I waited for over half an hour and I was at the meeting place 15 minutes early. Very unprofessional.

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Good intro to a delicious landmark
May 26, 2025
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We learned so much about a place I’d been to many times. I never knew the history and early evolution of the Reading Terminal Market. It was really fun to take my kids and watch them decide which f...read more

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Short, helpful and Informative
May 14, 2025
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It was a productive and fun way to spend 45 minutes. Before taking the tour I always felt overwhelmed upon entering the market. I never did more than step inside and upon witnessing the hustle and ...read more

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Don’t Miss This Tour!!
May 13, 2025
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Matt was great! Lots of energy, lots of enthusiasm, introduced us to the owners of several stalls at the market. Very knowledgeable about the history of Reading Terminal. Showed us many food spots ...read more

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Tour of Reading Market
September 22, 2024
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We enjoyed our tour of the Reading Market. Adam was kind and shared his knowledge of the market to help make our experience memorable. Thanks Adam.

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