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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Discover San Francisco's Chinatown on this fascinating walking tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and rich heritage and culture of this storied neighborhood as your insider guide takes you to popular and off-the-beaten path locations. View historic landmarks, visit an herbal pharmacy and hear about Waverly Place, a secluded alley full of private clubs. Stroll through the Stockton Street food markets and sample fortune cookies at the factory where they're made. You'll leave with a whole new appreciation for this historic and culturally authentic neighborhood.
Professional guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
660 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
The cross street is Grant Avenue
Return Details
800 Clay St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
The tour ends near Grant Ave., 2 blocks from Old St. Mary's Cathedral, the starting site of the tour.
All About Chinatown Tours, San Francisco, California, United States Meet at Old St. Mary's Cathedral, 660 California St., to begin your walking tour of Chinatown's most popular sights and hidden locales. Your guide will highlight the history and culture of Chinatown, explaining how the remarkable authenticity of ancient Chinese culture has been preserved and celebrated in a must-visit San Francisco attraction.
10 minutes
Portsmouth Square, San Francisco, California, United States Chinatown’s outdoor living room and the birthplace of San Francisco’s first American flag, first public school, and first cable car line. 15 minutes
Stockton Street, San Francisco, California, United States Stroll among the freshest and most exotic foods in the Bay Area at the Stockton Street Food Markets. 15 minutes
Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co, San Francisco, California, United States We’ll sample these “wise crackers” and watch how it’s done. 10 minutes
Stockton Street, San Francisco, California, United States At this exotic dried goods store, you'll see ginseng, bird's nests, gecko lizards, fish bladders, sea cucumbers, abalone and more and hear about what these foods can do for you. 10 minutes
The Street of the Painted Balconies, San Francisco, California, United States Admire architectural details; hear about the history of secret institutions on Waverly Place; and time permitting, visit a secluded Buddhist temple. 10 minutes
Grant Avenue, San Francisco, California, United States Stationery store? Party goods supply store? Come with us to discover exactly what this store sells and why. 10 minutes
Grant Avenue, San Francisco, California, United States View the East West Bank building for an example of pagoda style architecture, common in Asia. But what was here before the bank? At this stop, you'll understand the complexity of the Chinese language, both spoken and written. 10 minutes
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
Tours operate rain or shine; please dress appropriately
We need a minimum of 2 persons to confirm your booking. If you are traveling alone, we will offer alternate dates for you to join us.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience 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.
Shana_L
06 Oct 2024
Really enjoyed our tour with Linda Lee. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. We learned so much! Definitely recommend.
fantolig
18 Sep 2024
Quiet and pleasant neighborhood. Lots of shops and murals everywhere. The access door to the neighborhood, one past. We went twice,
Helena_U
11 Sep 2024
It was wonderful to explore Chinatown with a local guide! We learned a lot about the history and culture.
This tour in
USA
is organized by
All About Chinatown Tours
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