Top 10 Culinary Tours in Philadelphia

Destination: Philadelphia.
Make Saturday your ultimate date night with a chef-led progressive dinner tour. Step off the beaten path and into a flavorful journey through South Philly’s hidden gems with your sweet heart or your friends. Start with sips and stuzzichini (homemade snacks). We walk to our next stop and savor antipasto and handmade pastas, discover spots only the locals know, and end the evening with bubbly, cannoli and cookies. Along the way, dive into lively conversations centered around the 5 BIG F’s: food, folklore, film, friends, and family.
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Small Group, Philadelphia Likely To Sell Out, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Likely to Sell Out, Philadelphia Excellent Quality, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Dessert Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Want to celebrate a special occasion or just have a fun night out with your friends? Our 'Secret Bars & Favorite Spots' tour is the perfect choice for private bookings! You and your group can choose to explore the vibrant nightlife of Chinatown, the bustling bars of Center City, the trendy scene in Fishtown, or the historic charm of Old City. We'll create a custom bar-hopping experience, taking you to 4-5 unique bars, including a secret speakeasy or hidden gem that even many locals don't know about. Want to make it extra special? We offer party bus rentals and can arrange a surprise birthday cake! We handle all the accommodations for your special night, whether it's a bachelorette party, girls' night, birthday celebration, or any other occasion—just sit back, relax, and enjoy the fun! More fun, less history! Contact us to create your perfect private 'Secret Bars & Favorite Spots' tour.
Known For: Philadelphia Private Sightseeing Tours, Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Beer & Brewery Tours, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Half-day Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
On our Secret Food Tour: Philadelphia, you'll be led through the busy streets of Philly for a mouth-watering three-hour urban gastronomy tour in the central and historic areas of the 'City of Brotherly Love'. You'll get to try an innovative twist on the soft pretzel, the pretzel Philly cheesesteak made with ingredients sourced from vendors in the Reading Terminal Market. We'll also try an amazing Malaysian dish in Chinatown. You will travel to the heart of the Emerald Isle too; plus there will be two sweet treats, one will be a life changing Pennsylvania Dutch plus the Secret Dish, which will only be revealed on the tour. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Zombie, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Street Food Tours , Philadelphia Half-day Tours, Philadelphia Private Sightseeing Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Discover the sweet side of Philadelphia on the Underground Donut Tour, a delicious walking adventure through the city’s most iconic flavors. We’ll kick things off near Center City at Federal Donuts, a local Philadelphia favorite with both specialty donuts and hot and fresh daily specials. From there, we’ll visit a vibrant mochi donut shop, featuring global flavors like matcha, ube, and black sesame, each bite offering a chewy twist on a classic treat. Next, we’ll balance out the sweetness with a Philadelphia staple, the hot and fresh soft pretzel, a savory icon baked to perfection. Finally, we’ll head to the legendary Reading Terminal Market to visit Beiler’s Donuts, where handmade donuts are fried, filled, and glazed right before your eyes. This tour blends culture, flavor, and history into one unforgettable experience, showcasing the city’s best bakeries and its love for all things delicious.
Known For: Philadelphia Excellent Quality, Philadelphia Brunch, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Donut Walking Tour, Philadelphia City Tours, Philadelphia Pastry Tours, Philadelphia Historical Tours, Philadelphia Breakfast, Philadelphia Dining Experiences, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Dessert Tours, Philadelphia Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
This fascinating walking tour explores the incredibly popular neighborhood in South Philly that's booming with cutting-edge shops and ambitious restaurants that would rather set trends than follow them. The Highlights of East Passyunk tour is the best place to get the most up-to-date scoop on all of the openings and closings in this foodie mecca that Food and Wine Magazine named one of the 10 best foodie streets in America. This two-hour afternoon tour demystifies the places that have put East Passyunk on the map and have catapulted this quaint street from its humble beginnings into the epicenter of the city's culinary scene. We'll start at one end of the Avenue and make our way past many of the local highlights, share stories of the restaurateurs, their restaurants and bars. Along the way, we'll check out iconic landmarks and murals.
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Private and Luxury, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Small Group, Philadelphia Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Come and taste why Philadelphia has become one of America's top foodie destinations on this delicious tour of Center City! Join your local expert guide as they escort you around this bustling neighborhood to try 5 bites that demonstrates Philly's culinary prowess. A portion of this tour will take place inside the amazing Reading Terminal Market, a wall to wall collection of vendors who offer foods from around the world. This tour will feature true local classics like the world-famous cheesesteak, the soft pretzel or the tomato pie, along with trendy and innovative bites like tahini-based shakes or gluten free cheese curds. We also highlight foods the reflect Philly's wonderful diversity. You may enjoy some Japanese inari or Georgian soup dumplings or Caribbean chicken patties. And if you have a sweet tooth, look no further! Your guide will know the best Amish whoopie pie or Italian cannoli, or perhaps will plan a stop at one of the best doughnut shops in town. Bring your appetite!
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Top Product, Philadelphia Small Group, Philadelphia Excellent Quality, Philadelphia Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Taste Philadelphia like a true insider on our Secret Food Tour through the city’s historic district. With 5+ handpicked tastings, you’ll experience the dishes that define Philly and the flavors most visitors never find. Bite into a hot, sugary donut fresh from the fryer, then sink your teeth into our signature pretzel cheesesteak—a bold twist on the city’s most iconic bite. Savor hearty Irish pierogis, then travel the world with flaky Malaysian roti canai, showcasing the city’s diverse food scene. Along the way, your local guide will share hidden stories and foodie secrets that bring Philly’s culture to life. To finish, you’ll indulge in our delicious Secret Dish—revealed only on the tour. Come hungry, leave with bragging rights, and discover why Philly is one of America’s must-visit food cities.
Known For: Philadelphia Small Group, Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Half-day Tours, Philadelphia Street Food Tours , Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Excellent Quality, Philadelphia Walking Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Philadelphia.
The Flavors of Philly Tour is great for out-of-towners! Terrific value--Philly history AND full lunch rolled into one great adventure. Features cheesesteaks, tomato pie, soft pretzels, and 2 desserts at the iconic Reading Terminal Market.
Known For: Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Top Product, Philadelphia Likely to Sell Out, Philadelphia Likely To Sell Out, Philadelphia Walking Tours, Philadelphia Historical Tours, Philadelphia Excellent Quality, Philadelphia Food & Drink.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Grab your friends or that special someone and get ready for three hours of fun on the waters of Philadelphia! This dinner cruise includes amazing DJ entertainment and views of the magnificent skyline. Enjoy a chef-prepared buffet dinner from the interior climate-controlled dining decks and gaze upon Philadelphia's twinkling lights from the exterior outer deck. Departing from Penn’s Landing, a dinner cruise on the Delaware River lets you relax and enjoy the beauty of Philly’s historic waterfront.
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Top Product, Philadelphia Culinary Tours, Philadelphia Night Tours, Philadelphia Night Cruises, Philadelphia Private and Luxury, Philadelphia Water Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Philadelphia.
Grab the family, your group of friends, or colleagues and experience the city in a new way aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia! Enjoy a chef-prepared lunch buffet, fun deck games, a narrated tour and DJ entertainment. See spectacular views of the Philadelphia skyline and waterfront landmarks from the interior dining decks and exterior rooftop lounge! Departing from Penn's Landing, a lunch cruise with City Cruises is the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon on the water.
Known For: Philadelphia Food & Drink, Philadelphia Sightseeing Cruises, Philadelphia Seasonal, Philadelphia Day Cruises, Philadelphia Water Tours, Philadelphia Culinary Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.