Self Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Solo Walking Tour

You will go to the best local pizza and cannoli spots, stop by authentic Italian shops and you’ll even get a chance to have a picnic in the Prado to eat the tasty treats you picked up while hearing the story of Prince Pasta. Go at your own pace and schedule, the tour is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app, meaning you can go anytime.

Don’t miss out on our local food and history tour experience that will take you to the most authentic spots in the North End.

Along the way you'll hear the history of the North End, the story of its immigrants, Pizza, Cannoli’s and more.

Take note: Most shops are open longer hours, but Galleria Umberto is ONLY open for Lunch, from 10:30 to 2:30, and they close often. Please check their schedule.

You don’t want to miss this local experience. It starts at Galleria Umberto.


Itinerary
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Stop At: Polcari’s Coffee, 105 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

Best coffee in Boston! In 1932 Anthony Polcari opened Polcari’s Coffee, which still stands nearly 100 years later. Today they are known for rare spices, tea and of course, primo rare coffee. My personal favorite is the Hawaiian Kona.


Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Jerusalem Place, Jerusalem Pl, Boston, MA 02113, USA

In 1900 one third of the North End was of Jewish decent and more than 50 synagogues were in Boston. A dozen of those were right here in the North End. Today Boston is the second most Jewish city in the US.


Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Bova's Bakery, 134 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

Best Cannoli in Boston! Loved by the Locals. When the Italian Immigrant Antonio Bova opened Bova’s in 1926 he had no customers, and he was close to losing it all. So, he rolled up his sleeves and said “Antonio, it’s time to make your American dream come true.” He grabbed his hot bread and went to every door in the North End. He introduced himself, handed out samples and worked hard. Today Bova’s is a staple for Bostonian’s near and far.


Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Parziale's Bakery, 80 Prince St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

One of the best Sicilian slices. Around $2 a slice. Now it’s hard to imagine, but in 1900 there was no Pizza in Boston. Parziale’s changed that. It was here in 1907 the first slice of Pizza was served in the North East. Now that’s revolutionary!


Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Regina Pizzeria, 11 1/2 Thacher St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

Regina serves up classic Napolitano Pizza, the thin crust circle pie style popular around the world. What Regina’s is well known for is there is their brick pizza oven that was originally built in 1888 and back then it was fired by burning coal. And it's rated one of the best in the USA. Got to try a slice!


Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Caffe Lil Italy, 178 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

Serves up fresh made Cannoli's and traditional espresso. Great spot for a bite and a coffee.

Duration: 3 minutes

Pass By: Old North Church & Historic Site, 193 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113-1123

The Old North is known for Its famous Lantern hanging hero Robert Newman who climbed the high belfry and hung up two lanterns to let Paul Revere know the British were coming.

Stop At: Paul Revere Mall, Bordered by Tileston Hanover, and Unity Sts., Boston, MA

We will stop here for a picnic lunch. Take what you bought, unpack it and enjoy a lunch in one of the most beautiful parks in the North East, and a local hang. And while you do you will hear a story of Prince Pasta and how the founders came from Italy and arrived in Boston to start Prince Pasta. It's an immigrants tale and the American dream.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Cantina Italiana, 346 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

A perfect spot for dinner, and it has one of the best lasagna al forno's you'll ever eat.

Pass By: Saint Leonard's Catholic Church, 320 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

The Saint Leonard Church first opened its basement to services in 1891, then serving nearly 20,000 parishioners. Today it’s known for its peace gardens and as a staple of local life.


Pass By: North Square, N Square, Boston, MA 02113, USA

We will walk by one of the oldest squares in the USA, and the filming location of Disney's Enchanted.

Pass By: The Paul Revere House, 19 North Sq, Boston, MA 02113-2405

One of the most visited sites in Boston. Built in 1680 it’s the oldest building in downtown Boston.

It was once home to you guessed it, midnight riding Paul Revere.




Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: Self Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Solo Walking Tour
8/2/2021 - 5/17/2025

Monday - Sunday :

12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Duração: 50 To 70 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Galleria Umberto, 289 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Smart phone navigated tour "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic Tour" on the WalknTours app.
• Virtual remote tour you can take after taking the in person tour

Não Incluído

• No in person guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app
• No food is included

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