Overview
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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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
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.
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.
Options
Self-Guided "The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic" Tour
What‘s Included
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
No in person guide, this is a smart phone navigated tour on the WalknTours app
No food is included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Speed of the app needs work
Carmon G,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The app did not sync up properly and kept skipping, it would have been nice if it would link to the GPS on your phone so that it wouldn't skip ahead if you hadn't gotten to the next location. But at least I got some good restaurant recommendations.
Great self guided tour
paulasZ7426HY,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy to navigate, go at your own pace, interesting details of history. Umberto’s was great! Loved the coffee shop and bakery as well.
Nice self guided tour....
Monica C,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice self guided tour. Enjoyed walking around the north end and trying the different pastry shops and restaurants.
Amazing, must do for tourists or Boston natives!
Alyssa D,Nov 13, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved this tour, I grew up in MA but never did a tour like this. It was fun to get to see and learn about the hidden gems in the North End!
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