Boston Guided Walking Tour of the North End - Cultural, Architectural & Historical Sightseeing Tours (Massachusetts, MA)

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	Boston Heritage Tours Inc.

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Date Attended	Reviewer	Gender	Age	Where From?	Group Type? [v]
Interesting The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Sat, Oct 18, 08 2:00 PM	Eileen2155	Female	60-69	Domestic Tourist(s)	Unspecified
Nice combo of history, local lore, and recommendations
Pleasantly surprised The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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!
Excellent Tour The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Thu, Jun 5, 08 2:00 PM	bdeon28	Male	40-49	Local	Unspecified
I have lived within a few short miles of the North End almost my whole life and have been there several times (mainly to eat!). It is amazing to me after all those times what I had missed all these years. There was history all around me that I had just never noticed or had looked at it for years but never knew what I was actually looking at. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Boston or even anyone that lives in the area around Boston and just wants a greater appreciation of this area of our city! There is so much historically interesting areas packed in this community that it just amazed me. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and was able to answer the few questions I had easily. It made me think of all the history classes I took back in grade school and high school but never appreciated. This tour would be perfect for showing just how real the events and people of the past were by actually seeing where it all took place. I never had an appreciation for history or the historical significance of the area I lived in until I was much older. If there was a tour like this back then I am sure I would have had a greater appreciation at a much younger age. This is a must see activity in the Boston area!
LITTLE ITALY ALA CHRIS ROSETTI The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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.
Unbelievably Great Tour. I highly recommend it! The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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.
Fabulous Afternoon Despite the Rain! The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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!
Chris was a fantastic tour guide!! worth your time The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Wed, Jul 9, 08 9:00 AM	DMChad	Female	40-49	Domestic Tourist(s)	Other
Chris is fantastic and well informed of the area that we saw. Not only does he know the general information, but he also knows the GREAT stuff. The fun things and the stuff that you want to know about an area. He took us to local resturants, ice cream parlors and all the good stuff. I was so grateful to learn all that I did, and also experience the true "little italy" of Boston. We went to lunch were Chris recommended, and he was right, it was great. We learned so much, and then we enjoyed the walk around Boston with him. I also loved how he knew so many people, and they made us feel so welcome in their city. If you do any tour this summer while visiting Boston this is the one to do. I realize it may seem tough to walk around, but it was wonderful. The scenery was gorgeous, the buildings were beautiful and the history was so worth hearing about. I look forward to returning to Boston and doing this tour again, or doing another that Chris offers. Thanks again.
A must-see activity in the Boston area The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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.
Fantastic trip! The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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!
Incredible Tour of Boston's North End The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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.
Great tour, very informative. The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Sun, Jun 1, 08 1:00 PM	wscanlon	Male	50-59	Local	Individual
Highly recommend. Since tour guide lives in North End we kept running into people he knew who had a story to tell. The "story behind the story" was the best part. The factual history is great, but the antidotes are much better. I never realized the history behind some of the buildings I've walked by many times, Now have new perspective of what our ancestors had to go through. Saw a procession of locals carrying a saint throughout the whole North End. Also saw a bocce tournament awards ceremony and talked to a player. The hardest part is wanting to stop in every restaurant and pastry shop. Went by fast. I live in greater Boston and come down to the North End many times a year and if you do too you owe it to yourself to take the tour to get the history. It more than just great food and deserts.
Truly the Best Tour of Boston The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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
Don't Miss It! The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Fri, May 30, 08 2:00 PM	1marcoaz1	Female	40-49	Domestic Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
Wow! Was I ever surprised! I had no idea by just walking the streets of the North End of Boston on my own that there was so much depth and history to this quaint area. Our guide, Chris, had so much information that I wanted him to explain and show more. Chris is very eloquent, lots of detailed explanations, but at the same time was able to keep my attention with his great sense of humor. Don't miss this tour if you're in Boston.
5 Stars The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
Fri, May 30, 08 2:00 PM	1marcoaz1	Female	60-69	Domestic Tourist(s)	Group of Friends
Thoroughly enjoyable and much more informative and interesting than expected. This is not your run of the mill tour, but a very insightful look at a wonderful neighborhood by a knowledgeable guide. I was sorry to see it end, the 3 hours passed soooo quickly, I was yearning for more. As an experienced traveler, I can sincerely recommend this entertaining jaunt through the North End's vibrant history.
A superb trip -- highly recommended The North End Cultural Heritage Tour
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.

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