Delicious Donuts of Philadelphia: A Sweet Treat Walking Tour

4.9
(181 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the sweet side of Philadelphia on the Underground Donut Tour, a delicious walking adventure through the city’s most iconic flavors. We’ll kick things off near Center City at Federal Donuts, a local Philadelphia favorite with both specialty donuts and hot and fresh daily specials. From there, we’ll visit a vibrant mochi donut shop, featuring global flavors like matcha, ube, and black sesame, each bite offering a chewy twist on a classic treat. Next, we’ll balance out the sweetness with a Philadelphia staple, the hot and fresh soft pretzel, a savory icon baked to perfection. Finally, we’ll head to the legendary Reading Terminal Market to visit Beiler’s Donuts, where handmade donuts are fried, filled, and glazed right before your eyes. This tour blends culture, flavor, and history into one unforgettable experience, showcasing the city’s best bakeries and its love for all things delicious.

What's Included

Food Tasting

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The first stop on the donut tour is Federal Donuts at 21 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Keep a look out for one of our guides. They will most likely be wearing an Underground Donut Tour t-shirt or sweatshirt.

End point

The tour on Friday and Saturday ends at Beilers Donuts at Reading Market. We'll sample donuts here, but there are a number of other food stalls/vendors if you want to grab lunch or go shopping afterward.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This is where we start the tour. They have the best hot and fresh donuts.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We'll walk around the City Center area and provide some fun food, history, and architecture facts.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    At Mochinut, we'll try some of their tasty mochi style donuts. These are Japanese style donuts made with mochi (rich flour). You're going to love them!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    You'll get to visit historic Reading Terminal market, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Philadelphia.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The last and final stop on our tour. We saved one of the best for last. Make sure to bring your appetite so you have room for this last.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    If it's a Sunday, we'll stop at El Merkury for some of their delicious churros. Save room because this is a great way to end the tour!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Underground Donut Tour

Tags

Dining Experiences
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
City Tours
Dessert Tours
Donut Walking Tour
Pastry Tours
Breakfast
Brunch
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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