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Rating: 5
A superb trip -- highly recommended
Sat, Nov 15, 08   2:00 PM mjroweuk Male 20-29 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
There is no better way to make an outsider feel welcome in Boston than to take a trip around the delightful North End area with Chris Rossetti. Architecturally beautiful and full of history, the neighbourhood of North End felt like home walking around with Chris at your side detailing all of the things that made it so exciting and enjoyable for him. You'll find out everything about the strong Italian heritage of the area, get to know the charming people that live & work in the area. We were fortunate enough (due to the weather) to have been able to be the sole group in Chris's party, so were treated to an extra specially close experience of the wealth of knowledge that Chris has to share. To you Chris -- many thanks for such an enjoyable day, it was the highlight of our trip to Boston. I strongly recommend this for anyone visiting the area who is interested in history, food and architecture.
Rating: 5
Truly the Best Tour of Boston
Tue, Oct 21, 08   11:30 AM STEFLIPTON Female 40-49 Local Group of Friends
Chris Rossetti's tour of the North End was by far the best tour of Boston I have yet encountered. As a resident of Massachusetts I have been here on many occasions but never have I experienced the tastes, smells and culture of this truly special place. Chris shared all the hidden gems of the North End that give this region its wonderful flair. I could have easily spent another 3 hours enthralled with everything there is to offer- especially the food! Stefanie & Katherine
Rating: 5
Interesting
Sat, Oct 18, 08   2:00 PM Eileen2155 Female 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Unspecified
Nice combo of history, local lore, and recommendations
Rating: 4
A must-see activity in the Boston area
Fri, Oct 17, 08   2:00 PM AmyGrogan Female 20-29 Local Individual
Highly recommend tour. I live on the South Shore and traveling into Boston from time to time. Rarely do I take the time to visit the historical areas such as the North End of Boston. Mr. Rosetti takes you through a very informative historical tour of the area with great stories of the past. If you have a couple of hours to spare in downtown Boston don't hesitate to pass this event by.
Rating: 5
LITTLE ITALY ALA CHRIS ROSETTI
Wed, Oct 1, 08   10:00 AM marview Male 70+ Domestic Tourist(s) Other
CHRIS PROVIDED US WITH A WONDERFUL INFORMATIVE TOUR OF LITTLE ITALY WHICH WE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED.
Rating: 5
We recommend this tour
Sun, Sep 21, 08   1:00 PM jcpiazza Female Unspecified Local Family Without Children
As locals, we found the tour to be historically fascinating and really enjoyed the behind the scenes parts. We walked through areas of the North End we had never seen or noticed on previous visits. We also liked the tips on the restaurants and coffee shops (we went to 2 of them after we finished the tour). This tour is great for locals and tourists - locals will gain new insight and appreciation for one of their neighborhoods. Tourists will learn about a great neighborhood that is losing it's heritage. Chris is very engaging and makes the tour interesting and fun. It was an enjoyable 3 hours.
Rating: 5
Very educational and interesting
Fri, Sep 5, 08   2:00 PM wanderson Male 70+ Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
The owner/tour guide really knew the culture and heritage of the North End and presented it in a very interesting manner. He has an ability to tell a good story and the personal experience that we had with local shop keepers was exceptional.
Rating: 5
Great Way to Spend a Sunday Afternoon
Sun, Aug 24, 08   1:00 PM jjhalpin1956 Female 40-49 Local Couple on a Date
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the North End. We have been to the North End many times before, however, we visited and enjoyed many places off the beaten path that we would not have known about if we had not taken this tour. It's like looking at the North End with a new set of eyes now that we know some of the stories and history involved that made the North End the unique neighborhood it is. Chris is extremely knowledgeable and easy to be with. We had the feeling we had known him for a long time after spending just 3 hours with him.
Rating: 5
Walking thru time in Boston
Sat, Aug 23, 08   10:00 AM drlfamily Female 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
We have walked the Freedom Trail on our own during past visits. We since have had some enjoyable walking tours in several cities in the world and decided to try one in Boston. We're glad we did. Chris lives in the North End, loves the area and loves history. He has researched the various groups who have settled in Boston since the 1600's, and he is a good storyteller. The North End is a vibrant community today and is home to many Italian businesses and restaurants. Chris knows the best ones whose offerings are reasonably priced. At the end of the tour, we were just where we needed to be for a delicious lunch. If you'd like to refresh your sense of history of this area with its destinations like The Old North Church and Paul Revere's house, I recommend this fun and informative tour.
Rating: 5
Unbelievably Great Tour. I highly recommend it!
Sat, Aug 16, 08   2:00 PM Emjayare Female 50-59 Combination Other
We had visited Boston's North End on our own in the past and enjoyed it. On this trip I saw a flyer for this tour and thought it would be interesting to learn more of the history of the North End and its Italian population. My son and I met Chris at Columbus Park where he immediately impressed us with his enthusiasm for his subject. Chris lives in the North End and his passion for the neighborhood and the historical research he has performed led to the best tour I have ever taken, and I have taken several. It was fun to have locals greet us as they said hello to Chris along the way. He took us to a wonderful Italian specialty store where we were served wonderfully fresh, just made mozzarella cheese. He got us the best seats in the house at the Old North Church and took us to the best little gelato place in the North End. He provided us with both current and historical maps of the North End along with a list of the North End feast dates and all the best restaurants for traditional Italian American comfort food. His attention to detail, his knowledge and his thorough enjoyment of introducing us to his neighborhood made this a truly remarkable tour.
Rating: 5
Fantastic trip!
Wed, Aug 13, 08   2:00 PM rgwalls Female 30-39 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
This tour was by far the best thing I did in Boston! Chris takes you to all the well-known places, but throws in some fantastic secret gems! You can't miss this tour!
Rating: 5
Incredible Tour of Boston's North End
Wed, Aug 13, 08   2:00 PM GinaMarie Female 50-59 Local Individual
Excitement, enthusiam and passion are what I'll always remember about the North End. Chris, our tour guide, brought it all to life by making everyone feel like family. The three hours went by like minutes and we had the best time ever. I never realized that history is just a string of well told stories. I wish I had this guy as my history teacher when I was younger. In addition to the usual historical sites, he took us to pastry shops, an art studio, a wine shop, and an incredible Italian specialty store for a taste of freshly made mozzarella. And he kept running into people he knew who also had stories to tell!!! I highly recommend this tour. I'm coming back with family to show them a good time.
Rating: 5
Highly Recommended!
Sat, Jul 26, 08   2:00 PM VALERIEW Female 50-59 Combination Family Without Children
The three of us highly recommend this tour! We have lived outside of Boston but never had this kind of experience. We are all recommending it and will be back with our friends!
Rating: 4
Pleasantly surprised
Fri, Jul 25, 08   2:00 PM ealletto Female Unspecified Combination Unspecified
Since moving to Boston, I've participated in several of the walking tours available. The difference with this one is the personal introduction and interaction with local vendors, sampling of freshly made mozzerella cheese and imported gelato, etc. That coupled with interweaving existing cultural talks within the tour. Overall - a nice way to spend 3 hours in the North End!
Rating: 5
Fabulous Afternoon Despite the Rain!
Thu, Jul 24, 08   2:00 PM myersceleste Female 50-59 Local Other
The guide, Frank, was passionate and knowledgeable about the history of the North End. He brought a binder filled with photos capturing the North End throughout the years and shared these throughout the tour. Frank shared stories about people and buildings weaving a deep and rich review of the history. He was able to take us through the changes in demographics of the areas inhabitants and how these changes came to be. We also were able to stop in at some stores that reflected the culture of the North End: a fresh fruit & vegetable store, a small store that sells Italian foods and products - The owner offered us samples of his homemade mozzarella and pistachio paste (you have to try this!). An herb, tea & coffee shop looked the same as it did in the 1800's and a current day gelateria where we were treated to gelato imported from Italy. Each of these stops helped us get a sense of the daily life of the North End's inhabitants who shop in these stores - several off the beaten track. Frank left us with a list of recommended restaurants (we tried Il Cibo - it was sumptuous!), maps of the North End land mass as it evolved over time and other references so we could revisit some of the stops on our tour. The advertisement for this tour says it goes forward "rain or shine". When we went, there were torrential downpours. Frank tried to reach us to cancel but didn't make contact. When he met us, he offered to reschedule or to proceed. We went ahead with the tour (we were prepared & had umbrellas with us), just the two of us with the guide! We appreciated Frank's enthusiasm despite the weather! This tour is a great way to get a first hand experience of the history and current day life in the North End!
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