Italian Market Tour: Philly's Culinary Heart

Indulge in an authentic Italian food tour in the heart of Philadelphia’s market district. Sample local cheeses, balsamic vinegar, pasta, pizza, and finish off with a delicious cannoli. BYOB and leave with a full belly!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. Mary Magdalen de Pazzi Church - The inaugural Roman Catholic Church in the nation.
  • Isgro Pastries - Reached the semi-finals in the Bakery category of the 2024 James Beard Award. Enjoy their cannoli and take home some delightful pastries.
  • Di Bruno Bros - Renowned Cheese Shop - indulge in pairings and enjoy a shopping discount.
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What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Food tasting
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase at the Italian Market)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Discover the secrets from a chef who grew up in the area. Seeking the perfect blend of cuisine, taste, history, and local gems? Allow a genuine South Philly native to lead you through the streets of the Italian Market, home to some of Philadelphia’s most renowned vendors.
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Location
Italian Market Visitor Center
South 9th Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jennifer_g
Nov 9, 2025
Come hungry! - Come hungry! Be prepared to have some amazing food and to be entertained by Chef Jacquie….she is absolutely adorable!
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R8396szfrankm
Nov 1, 2025
Frank M from Pittsburgh - Chef Jacquie was awesome and being a local girl, she really knows the history of Italian Village. The pizza, sandwiches, cannoli and vinegar tasting was out of this world. Most fun I ever had on a food tour. Highly recommend this when you are in Philadelphia.
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M5822baveras
Oct 31, 2025
What an experience!! - I really felt the spirit and taste of the Italian Market in Philadelphia!! Great for us that didn't know much, we visited from Costa Rica. Great recommendation from my dearest Ash!!!
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Kathryn_s
Oct 20, 2025
Such a down to earth... - Such a down to earth culinary learning experience! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed every bite. The merchants were so friendly, the food was excellent and Chef Jackie was a delight! We felt like family. Thank you!
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Jackie_s
Sep 14, 2025
Friends and great food! - We loved our guide Jacqueline! Very knowledgeable, outgoing and friendly with our group! Food was amazing at all our stops! A fun day spent with friends who came in from out of town!
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Jinhee_r
Sep 6, 2025
Great - We really enjoyed it very much and she was a very knowledgeable and very friendly. We love food very much
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A6490eegm
Aug 22, 2025
Great tour and flexible - EXCELLENT… well planned but adjusted to questions. She knew the proprietors by name and negotiated discounts in some locations. Plus she is a great traffic cop when crossing the streets!
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Eva_k
Aug 2, 2025
Lovely overview of 9th! - We enjoyed all the walking around 9th street, hearing stories and tasting food. It was a nice way to get familiar with the area and what all is available.
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Kmingersoll
Jul 27, 2025
Fantastic way to get to know a new city! - Even though I may have missed Chef Jaquie, Chef Lynn was a great substitute!! This tour is fabulous, and I was a solo traveler. A small group, delicious food, and an afternoon worth every penny. It helps when you love what you do and live what you want. Take the tour, eat the food, and make new friends!!
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Travelere36
Aug 4, 2025
Interesting shops but not a lot of food to eat - The tour operator was very engaging and high energy. She shared a lot of interesting facts. The tour went to some interesting shops. The food we ate was good, however there was not enough food. There was an olive oil and vinegar tasing, but that contained no food. We basically got 2 different pizza's and a cannoli. The food offerings were slim, relative to other food tasting tours that I have been on. I wish they had offered additional food options.
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From $99
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).