Enjoy the holidays in Philly with delicious doughnuts on this festive walking tour. Begin at a beloved local spot famous for pairing crispy fried chicken with doughnuts in classic and creative flavours, and learn how this unique concept helped redefine the city's food scene. Next, Sample Light, a chewy, Japanese-inspired mochi doughnut, as your guide, shares how Philadelphia's immigrant history shaped its vibrant culinary traditions. Then step inside historic Reading Terminal Market, serving Philadelphians since 1893, for warm soft pretzels rooted in Pennsylvania's Amish and German heritage. The tour finishes at a market favourite known for fresh, hand-crafted doughnuts filled and glazed to perfection. With holiday cheer all around, it's a cosy, delicious way to experience Philadelphia's history and flavours this season.
Philadelphia holiday doughnut walking tour
- You can taste holiday doughnuts and festive treats in Philadelphia
- It's a chance to see the city's holiday lights and Christmas Village
- You'll finish at the historic Reading Terminal Market
Guided walking tour
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Snacks
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Food tasting
Guided walking tour
Additional food and drinks
Additional food and drinks
Comcast Center Concourse, 1701 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Know in advance:
- Come hungry, but not starving, as tastings are spaced throughout the walk
- Wear comfortable walking shoes since tours involve strolling through neighbourhoods
- Expect a relaxed pace with time to enjoy food, stories, and photos
- Tastings are enough to feel satisfied, but portion sizes vary by stop
- Dietary needs can be limited, so it's best to ask ahead when booking
- Tours run rain or shine, so bring weather-appropriate clothing
Remember to bring:
- Bring a camera to capture the delicious treats and landmarks
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