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Secret Chocolate Tour Boston
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2- 2 ½ hours
6 stops
12 people max
English
Local food and culture
Award winning
What you'll do
On this mouth-watering chocolate and pastry tour around Boston's most historic areas, we'll share the story of the Back Bay area and the earliest days of Newbury Street. Along the way, take in the sights like the Boston Common, the Boston Public Library, Trinity Church and more. You'll even see the finish line of the famous Boston Marathon. We'll sample desserts that originated in Boston and other sweets, treats and secret dishes, with a variety of international influences. This tour is truly chocolate heaven.
- We'll begin our tour by sharing the historic influences that shaped Boston and the Back Bay area.
- Learn about how these influences affected architecture, local culture, and its unique food. And taste some delightful treats here.
- We'll share the story of how chocolate was introduced to America and how it has changed into what we enjoy today.
- You'll sample two sweets created here and learn about their interesting history.
- Enjoy more tasty and mouth watering chocolates and pastries for a truly memorable day.
- And plus there is our Secret bite too!
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*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Book Your Tour
$69/ person
If you have any issues with payment, please email us at [email protected] with the city, date and time of tour, and how many adult and child's tickets you need so we can assist you.
If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.
*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.
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What you'll taste
THE SWEETS
- A classic Boston dessert enjoyed by presidents and celebrities since 1856.
- A unique truffle from a Swiss confectioner that has operated on Newbury St. for 45 years.
- A drinkable chocolate in your favorite flavor: white, milk, or dark.
- A Boston dessert staple with a backstory that may surprise you, our Secret Dish.
- A red velvet bite with competing origin stories.
- A lemon pastry.
Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
WHY BACK BAY?
The Back Bay is an incredible mix of culture, historical sites and of course, food! This tour walks you along the famous Newbury Street, a popular high-end shopping district, whose early history offers a fascinating insight into the present culinary and cultural atmosphere that we will be walking through on this tour.
Any visit to Boston wouldn't be complete without a stroll through the Back Bay and we're excited to share our love for this city with you on our tour of this area.
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Health & Safety Standards
At Secret Food Tours we take your health and the health of our staff very seriously. To be sure that you can enjoy our tours with the maximum protection we have put in place some strict measures.
- We have been certified by We're Good To Go
- We make sure that all our partners and our own places are disinfected after each tour
- All our guide have been trained on health and safety measures
- Masks and hand sanitizers should be used on all our tours by our guides
- Guests must bring their own mask
- Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with local regulations
- We keep our group small and we offer private tours
Meeting Spot
We'll meet in front of the Boston Public Library, on Boylston Street across from the Marathon Sports. If you have any questions. Please email us.
Wed - Fri 2:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun 12:00 p.m.
Boston Public Library
Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to spot.
If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.
*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.
WHY BACK BAY?
The Back Bay is an incredible mix of culture, historical sites and of course, food! This tour walks you along the famous Newbury Street, a popular high-end shopping district, whose early history offers a fascinating insight into the present culinary and cultural atmosphere that we will be walking through on this tour.
Any visit to Boston wouldn't be complete without a stroll through the Back Bay and we're excited to share our love for this city with you on our tour of this area.
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Frequently asked Questions
How do I order?
That is very easy! Go to our "Book Now" page, where we detail our tours. Select your tour and the time of your tour and book it! Are you looking for something special? Are you organising an event? Just email us at Group & Private Tours and we will do our best to arrange something that suits you. After your booking is made, we will send you an automatic e-mail confirmation. If you have any questions before booking, feel free to contact us via email.
*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*
What is included in the food tour?
All the delicious food and drinks.
Where is the meeting spot?
You can find the meeting spot here and if it's not clear you can always contact us.
We will meet in front of the Boston Public Library, specifically on Boylston Street across from the Marathon Sports. Our guide will be standing with an orange umbrella ready to welcome you to Boston!
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Where the Chocolate & Pastry Tours will end?
The tour will end around Newbury Street.
Is your food tour suitable for a vegetarian or someone with other dietary requirements?
Yes, the North End tour can be modified for vegetarians. Please let your guide know at the start of the tour any dietary restrictions you may have. The North End tour is not recommended for anyone with gluten or dairy allergies. The Chocolate Tour is not recommended for anyone with nut allergies.
I am travelling with my family, is the tour ok for infants/children?
Our food tour is child and family friendly and a great option for children over 6.
Is there enough food during your tour?
We give enough food to all our customers. Trust us: you will not need to go to the restaurant after the food tour!
Where do I add my discount voucher?
I would like to take your tour but it is already fully booked. Is there a way I can do the tour?
Our tours are often sold out very quickly. If the date you requested is not available, please do not hesitate to email us and we can see if there is anything we can do. We cannot promise but we will try our best to sort something for you.
Is there parking close by?
Yes, but parking in Back Bay is limited so please give yourself enough time to look for a space. We recommend parking at a meter or one of the many lots in the area.
Is there a lot of walking?
This tour is approximately a mile in total. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for comfort and the season!
How many people max are on this tour?
We take 12 people maximum. If you are more than 12 people, please do not hesitate to email us and we will try to see if we can accommodate.
I cannot find a way to print the confirmation. Is it OK if I have it on my phone?
You do not have to print your voucher. A confirmation on your phone will be fine!
If I purchase a voucher as a gift, or am given a voucher how long is it valid for?
All of our vouchers expire one year from the date of purchase.
What if it rains or I change my plans?
The weather can be unpredictable in Boston. In Boston we don't let a little rain, sleet or snow stop us. Our tours run rain, snow or shine as the majority of the tour will be in the venues! Please note, if your plans change, we do not issue refunds as per our terms and conditions. We can reschedule you to a different day if space allows. Safety First: We do reserve the right to cancel the tour if we feel the weather conditions are extreme and we will contact you directly to reschedule or refund. For more info see our Terms and Conditions.
Can I pay the tour in cash?
You must book directly on our website. We do not accept cash payments. Our online payment is safe, secured and SSL protected.
Why do we need to pay for booking fee?
The booking fee that you have to pay is up to our ticket provider and we can't change it. All our clients need to pay for it upon booking. The booking fee charged contributes to the cost of the ticketing system to provide an excellent service to our customers.
Foreign Transaction Fees
A few banks have charged their customer an extra fee while booking with us (this isn't the booking fee but another fee added by the bank). We think this is unfair, if this happens let us know by showing us in your bank statement and we will refund this fee as a gesture of good will.
