Located on 9th Street in South Philadelphia, the century-old Italian Market is home to dozens of Italian restaurants and delis, as well as newer eateries that serve its Mexican and Vietnamese communities. Taste the best of the area, learn its history, and soak up its ambiance on this small-group walking and tasting tour. You’ll enjoy enough bites to add up to a generous meal, from tacos and bahn mi to cannoli and more.
- This small-group tour is capped at 10 to keep things personal
- Soak up the Italian Market’s history and ambiance on a walking tour
- Come hungry to enjoy an eclectic range of samples and bites
- Discover one of Philadelphia’s most historic, characterful areas
What To Expect
Cianfrani Park
Start your tour in one of the South Philly’s many wonderful public parks, where your local expert guide will introduce themselves and the discuss the culinary journey you’ll be embarking on.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Italian Market 9th Street
Down these streets you’ll see stalls and stores of all kinds, as glorious scents and surprising sights surround you. There are many different breads, meats, produce, and cheeses to be enjoyed – along with classics such as cannoli and newer additions like fresh tortillas. You’ll get a chance to speak to some local shopkeepers and hear about their family’s experiences in the market. You’ll also hear about the evolution of this immigrant neighborhood and how foods, dishes, and cuisines from all over the world have found a home in South Philly.
2 hours 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sarcone’s Bakery
Baking the city’s best bread since 1918, Sarcone’s is the perfect place to try Philly’s traditional pizza slice…the tomato pie
• Admission Ticket Free
Isgro Pastries
Making delectable Italian sweets since 1904, including an unforgettable cannoli
• Admission Ticket Free
Blue Corn Restaurant and Bar
Delicious Mexican cuisine with a kick, like the tacos de pollo pibil
• Admission Ticket Free
Talluto’s – Philadelphia
Melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella cheese knots, marinated in a light olive oil await you here
• Admission Ticket Free
Pop Up Café
Two Vietnamese restaurants known for their tasty and flavorful spins on the traditional Banh Mi sandwich
• Admission Ticket Free
Cardenas Oil & Vinegar Taproom
Sip several varieties of olive oil and vinegar from around the world in this tasting room
• Admission Ticket Free
Tortilleria San Roman
Fresh, soft, hot-off-the-press tortilla shells paired with creamy homemade guacamole
• Admission Ticket Free
Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House
Wonderful cafe serving espresso, chocolate truffles and homemade gelato
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Local, English-speaking guide.
Laid-back stroll through one of the largest and oldest outdoor food markets in the country
Latin American flavors-spicy pollo pibil taco or freshest tortilla shells with bowl of guacamole
The Banh Mi Sandwich- complex blend of meats, sauces and pickled veggies on a fresh French baguette
Tomato Pie: The quintessential Philly pizza!
Lunch
Exclude
Gratuities
Additional food and drink
Not all locations listed are guaranteed stops
Max group – 10
