San Francisco Chinatown and North Beach Food Tour
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$89
San Francisco
CA
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach on a Walking Tour
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Food and Culture Experience Through Two Iconic Areas
  • • Taste The Best Dim Sum from One of Chinatown's Oldest Bakeries
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on a delightful walking tour through two of San Francisco's most vibrant neighborhoods: Chinatown and North Beach. This experience combines the rich cultural tapestry of these areas with an array of tantalizing flavors, offering a unique glimpse into the heart of the city. As the sun sets, the streets come alive, inviting exploration and discovery. Be prepared to awaken your senses to the sights, sounds, and tastes that define this iconic part of San Francisco.

During the four-hour journey, delightful food and drink tastings await at every corner. Start the adventure in Chinatown by savoring moon cakes from one of its oldest bakeries, followed by an engaging tea tasting that captures the essence of the culture. As the tour progresses, uncover the culinary treasures of North Beach, enjoying traditional Italian pastries, pizza, and perhaps a glass of exquisite local wine. In this delightful blend of flavors, history comes to life, revealing the secrets and stories behind the area’s iconic establishments and hidden gems.

This Chinatown and North Beach Walking Tour is not just an extraordinary experience but also makes for a thoughtful gift. Treat friends or loved ones to an exploration of delectable cuisine and rich culture that they won't soon forget. Whether for a special occasion or just because, this immersive journey through two of San Francisco's defining neighborhoods is sure to create lasting memories.

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Experience Overview:

Chinatown And North Beach Walking Tour

Spend an afternoon exploring two of San Francisco's vibrant areas for food and nightlife on a walking tour through Chinatown and North Beach. On their own, they will stir your senses. Together, they awaken you to new flavors, ancient cultures, and a diverse lifestyle.
On their own, Chinatown and North Beach stir your senses.
Together, they awaken you to new flavors, new cultures, and to parts of your heart. We'll start by exploring Chinatown by twilight, including tasting Moon Cakes from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown.

We'll search out authentic Chinese and Italian sites. We'll uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know. And you'll be astonished by the new finds in secret alcoves.

From wine to Dim Sum, Peking Duck, fortune cookies, in the very places where the Beat Generation started and Barbary Coast history that made San Francisco what it is, you'll feel like you've really experienced Chinatown and North Beach\Little Italy.

Meeting Point

400 Grant Ave

400 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

In front of the Chinatown Gate

What's included:

  • Expect more than 5 generous food and drink tastings along the way
  • Chocolate from Z Cioccolato - One the top chocolatiers in the US
  • Start in Chinatown with moon cakes from one of the neighborhood's oldest bakeries
  • Enjoy tea tastings in Chinatown
  • Bite into a fresh cannoli from Stella Pastry, which has been making cannoli since 1942
  • Relax with pizza at Mona Lisa Restaurant
  • Sit down for a traditional Chinese meal
  • Local San Francisco Guide
  • Different types of Dim Sum
  • All food, a glass of wine, and non-alcoholic drinks included

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Dragon's Gate

Bush St, What3words: ///also.secret.ever, San Francisco, 94108, California

Meet your guide and group at the gated entrance to Chinatown (Bush & Grant Streets) to start your exploration of some of San Francisco's most dynamic neighborhoods. As you walk through Chinatown, you'll learn about Chinese culture and mysticism as you taste dim sum from one of the oldest bakeries in the area. Stroll past some of the district's interesting sculptures and listen as your guide points out some remarkable architecture.

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Chinatown

San Francisco, California

We'll explore Chinatown through a tea tasting and enjoy some local foods

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North Beach

San Francisco, 94111, California

Next, head for North Beach, where you'll learn about the history and culture of this historically Italian neighborhood. Follow your guide to some of the little-known hidden gems that serve authentic Italian coffee and other treats. Additionally, search out authentic Chinese and Italian crafts and pottery and uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know.
Enjoy some local pastries, chocolate, and pizza along with a tour of the neighborhood from a local.

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Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

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
ATTENTION: Each Youth or Child registration requires an Adult registration
We are not able to accommodate nut allergies

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Local Tastes of the City Tours

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What People Are Saying

(661 reviews)

Customers rave about the walking food tours in San Francisco, highlighting the knowledgeable and engaging guides, such as Brian and Andre, who infuse history and humor into every stop. Participants appreciate discovering hidden gems and indulging in a diverse array of delicious local cuisine, from dumplings to cannoli, often leaving stuffed and eager to return. The combination of informative narratives, cultural insights, and ample tastings makes this tour a must-do for both tourists and locals alike. If you're looking to savor the rich flavors and history of Chinatown and North Beach, this experience is sure to be a highlight of your time in the city!


Experience Highlights

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San Francisco Chinatown and North Beach Food Tour

(661 reviews)
San Francisco
CA
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
4
hours
  • • Explore San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach on a Walking Tour
  • • Enjoy a 4-Hour Food and Culture Experience Through Two Iconic Areas
  • • Taste The Best Dim Sum from One of Chinatown's Oldest Bakeries
or

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