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

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50 to 70 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

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

Meeting point

289 Hanover Street
Boston, MA 02113, USA

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End point

151 Richmond Street
Boston, MA 02109, USA

In this shop you’ll find local Italian staples including coffee, olives, cured meats, cheeses and pasta, just to name a few items. The shop was started 50 years ago by an Italian mother that wanted to feed her baby food from her homeland. And today it’s still going strong.

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Polcari’s Coffee

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.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jerusalem Place

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.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bova's Bakery

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.
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Parziale's Bakery

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!
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Regina Pizzeria

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!
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Caffe Lil Italy

Serves up fresh made Cannoli's and traditional espresso. Great spot for a bite and a coffee.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old North Church & Historic Site (pass by)

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.
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Paul Revere Mall

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cantina Italiana (pass by)

A perfect spot for dinner, and it has one of the best lasagna al forno's you'll ever eat.
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Saint Leonard's Church of Port Maurice Parish (pass by)

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.
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North Square (pass by)

We will walk by one of the oldest squares in the USA, and the filming location of Disney's Enchanted.
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The Paul Revere House (pass by)

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.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-Guided “The North End Pizza, Cannoli and Picnic” Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

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

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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