Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour
Overview
The Reading Terminal Market is a must-see for anyone in Philadelphia. Designed for locals, visitors, students, and fans of the Market, join us as we explore the Market's rich history, witness the skilled cooking styles passed down from generations, and take in the diverse and mouth-watering scents from the 80+ merchants.
Starting off with a famous Philly snack, this 45-minute tour will tantalize your taste buds and provide insight into the Market's vibrant history. Our expert guide will lead you through the Market's bustling aisles, pointing out must-see spots and sharing stories of the Market's past.
Come enjoy a fun and informative tour of the market, with an option to take home a scrumptious treat too. Advanced booking is required; walk-ons not guaranteed a spot.
Our Tour Guides accept tips, and they are greatly appreciated. Tipping is left up to the individual, but as a general practice, 20% is the common gratuity for service workers.
What's Included
- Snacks Two snacks from prized merchants within the Market: Start off with a Philly-famous snack and end with a sweet Amish-inspired treat from one of Philly's favorite bakeries
- Gratuity for Guide
Meeting Location
1136 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Reading Terminal Market
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Gluten and dairy are included in the food items. Please contact us in advance if seeking accommodation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children age 0-2 are free but will not receive food unless a ticket is purchased
- Please contact us at least 48 hours before your tour to inform us of any dietary restrictions or mobility concerns.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Two snacks from prized merchants within the Market: Start off with a Philly-famous snack and end with a sweet Amish-inspired treat from one of Philly's favorite bakeries.
- Gratuity for Guide.
The minimum age to participate is 3..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Gluten and dairy are included in the food items. Please contact us in advance if seeking accommodation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Reading Terminal Market OFFICIAL Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksTwo snacks from prized merchants within the Market: Start off with a Philly-famous snack and end with a sweet Amish-inspired treat from one of Philly's favorite bakeries
- Gratuity for Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Gluten and dairy are included in the food items. Please contact us in advance if seeking accommodation
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children age 0-2 are free but will not receive food unless a ticket is purchased
- Please contact us at least 48 hours before your tour to inform us of any dietary restrictions or mobility concerns.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
