San Francisco Self-Guided Cultural Walking Tour
Experience San Francisco's Culture on a Self-Guided Walking Tour Through Chinatown and Little Italy

CA
people
1 participant
hour
- • Explore Little Italy and Chinatown in San Francisco
- • Enjoy A 1 Hour Walking Tour at Your Own Pace
- • Experience San Francisco's Most Historic Walking Tour
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on a captivating journey through North Beach and Chinatown with a Smartphone Guided Walking Tour that brings the sights and sounds of these vibrant neighborhoods to life. This self-paced tour allows explorers to dive deep into the rich history, culture, and culinary delights of one of the most iconic areas of the city. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, this experience highlights the hidden gems and well-known landmarks that make North Beach and Chinatown truly unique.
The adventure begins at a legendary deli, where fascinating stories await. As the tour unfolds, the journey meanders through narrow alleys, lively streets, and stunning temples. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, 24/7, as the tour seamlessly guides through fascinating locations, each accompanied by music and theatrical narration that enhances the tales being told. From sipping espresso at historic cafes to witnessing the craft of fortune cookie making, every step unveils the creative spirit and diverse heritage of these neighborhoods.
This Smartphone Guided Walking Tour makes a fantastic gift for anyone who loves exploring or is eager to discover new experiences. Celebrate special occasions with a unique present that combines adventure, education, and fun. A perfect choice for friends, family, or even yourself, this tour provides an unforgettable insight into the heart of North Beach and Chinatown, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.
Points Of Interest and Landmarks
- Dragon Gate
- Tian Xia Wei Gong
- Vesuvio Cafe
- Tin How Temple
- Language of the Birds
- The Beat Museum
- Molinari Delicatessen
- Ross Alley
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- Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory
- City Lights Booksellers & Publishers
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Experience Overview:
North Beach And Chinatown Smartphone Guided Walking TourOur journey will take you through narrow alleys, temples, and bustling streets, famous shops, cafe's and bars, that offer a glimpse into the history of the city. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour plays automatically as you walk making it a hands free heads up experience. The tour is all outside. You can go anytime, 24/7/365. The tour has music infused and theatrical narration to set the mood and bring the stories to life.
Meeting Point
Molinari Delicatessen
373 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
The tour starts at the door of one of the best deli's you'll find in the west coast, and it has a historic local story. You'll hear about it, then be guided step by step through Little Italy and Chinatown on an adventure.
What's included:
- After the tour, listen again remotely anytime.
- Go anytime and go at your own pace. The tour is all outside, go 24/7/365.
- The tour never expires
- Tour of North Beach and Chinatown on our walking tour app
Not included:
- Food and drink
- Admission or Human guide, this is all on our walking tour app and outside
What to expect:
Duration: between 1 hour and 1 hour, 10 minutes
Molinari Delicatessen
373 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, 94133-3907, California
The tour starts at the door of one of the best deli's you'll find in the west coast, and it has a historic local story. You'l hear about it, then be guided step by step through Little Italy and Chinatown on an adventure.
5 minutes
Caffe Trieste
601 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Want to sip espresso in the oldest spot in the USA? This is the spot famous writers like Jack Kerouac once drank coffee and wrote their books. You'll hear this spots story and history.
5 minutes
The Saloon
1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
The Saloon's history dates back to old San Fran, and this is the oldest bar in the city.
5 minutes
The Beat Museum
540 Broadway, , San Francisco, 94133-4507, California
On the tour you'll stop by many Beat Generation spots, including this museum, and learn the story of the Beat Generation writers.
Pass by without stopping
Language of the Birds
Broadway & Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, 94133-3908, California
What's the deal with the flying books? Learn their story and the history of the writers here.
5 minutes
Vesuvio Cafe
255 Columbus Ave, North Beach, San Francisco, 94133-4508, California
Want to sit in the chair Jack Kerouac sat and sip on his favorite drink? He the story of this bar, who frequented, and their story.
5 minutes
Jack Kerouac Alley
257 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, 94133-4519, California
Who was Jack Kerouac? You'll learn his story and life on this tour and see historic sites he hung at.
5 minutes
City Lights Booksellers
261 Columbus Ave, North Beach, San Francisco, 94133-4586, California
City lights was at the heart of the beat generation, hear who started it, published here and frequented.
5 minutes
Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
56 Ross Aly, , San Francisco, 94108-1204, California
Do you know the story of the Fortune cookie? You will after this tour! And even see them be made
5 minutes
Tin How Temple
125 Waverly Place, , San Francisco, 94108, California
This Temple is a bit hidden, and historic. Hear it's story and get a view of Chinatown.
Pass by without stopping
Ross Alley
Between Jackson st and Washington st, San Francisco, California
Want to explore hidden alleys in Chinatown? Look no further, You'll be guided through the best.
5 minutes
Dragon's Gate
Bush St, What3words: ///also.secret.ever, San Francisco, 94108, California
the tour ends at the historic Dragon Gate, where you'll discover it's story and meaning.
5 minutes
Chinatown
San Francisco, California
The tour winds through he streets and alleys of Chinatown sharing it's historic story.
10 minutes
Little Italy
San Francisco, California
You'll walk the historic streets and discover the history of the immigrants and people that lived here.
Pass by without stopping
North Beach
San Francisco, California
You'll walk through the historic and relaxed North Beach learning it's story and people that lived here.
Pass by without stopping
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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WalknTours
Product SKU: US-6493-0106
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San Francisco Little Italy and Chinatown Tour
CA
people
1 participant
hour
- • Explore Little Italy and Chinatown in San Francisco
- • Enjoy A 1 Hour Walking Tour at Your Own Pace
- • Experience San Francisco's Most Historic Walking Tour
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