Boston Seafood Experience: A behind the scenes Seaport Tour

Enjoy exclusive backstage access to Boston’s iconic seafood gems while savoring the city’s most delicious and locally sourced favorites.

Join a local guide and explore the oldest continuously operating fish pier in America, go behind the scenes at an independent seafood distributor and family-run seafood shacks with stunning harbor views, and discover why Boston is the seafood capital of the US. Along the way, uncover hidden histories, striking architecture, and the incredible effort that made Boston Harbor one of the cleanest, most sustainable urban waterfronts in the world. Try a lobster roll, creamy clam chowder, and other locally sourced regional favorites.

Meet your guide in Boston’s historic Seaport District and dive into the fascinating history of one of America’s fastest-growing neighborhoods, where modern skyscrapers are literally built atop shipwrecks. Venture into one of the most iconic family businesses where you will be given an exclusive, behind the scenes look at their lobster processing facilities before enjoying a classic New England seafood staple.

From there, stroll along the Harborwalk, a historic waterfront path linking the entire city to the harbor. Then, trace the footsteps of generations of fishermen as we explore the oldest continuously operating fish pier in the U.S. At this hidden gem, enjoy a rare access to the inner workings of the seafood industry with a backstage view of the sustainable process that brings the ocean’s best from boat to a plate near you, anywhere in the world in record time. Along the way, your guide will take you into charming seafood markets and waterfront shackswhere you will sample some of Boston’s freshest catch.

Next, take in a stunning waterfront view of Boston’s skyline and learn about the remarkable conservation efforts that have created one of the world’s cleanest, most sustainable urban waterfronts. For this tour we’ve partnered with Save The Harbor, one of Boston’s key organizations in charge of keeping the waters healthy and fishing sustainable. Savor Boston’s best lobster roll and a cup of classic New England clam chowder.Depending on the season and daily availability, you may also try stuffed scallops, stuffed clams, raw oysters, or fried clams. End with an iconic dish from a century-old family business, enjoyed along the Fort Point Channel. With minds full of local history and stomachs full of Boston’s best seafood, conclude your tour at the Rose Kennedy Greenway—a public park filled with greenery, art installations, and convenient transportation links. If you are staying longer in Boston, don’t forget to ask your guide for tips on the best places to eat, drink, and explore.

If you’re spending more time in Boston, be sure to ask your guide for recommendations on the best spots to eat, drink and visit.

Important information

Dietary requirements: This seafood tour centers around shellfish and therefore is not suitable for anybody with a shellfish allergy, as we are unable to offer suitable substitutions. For any other food allergies please advise us at least 24hrs prior to departure or we cannot guarantee suitable food alternatives.