Chinatown Food & History Walking Tour

Elevate your San Francisco experience with a captivating historical and culinary adventure through Chinatown. Savor delicious homemade Dim Sum, witness the intriguing process of Fortune Cookie creation, and delve into the secrets of the largest Chinese enclave outside Asia. This journey promises to be a delightful exploration of culture and cuisine

Approx. 2 hours
Mobile & printed vouchers accepted
Free Cancellation
Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure.

Highlights

  • Stop At: The Dragon's Gate
  • Pass By: The Old Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception
  • Stop At: iCafe or Hang Ah for Pork Buns & Spring Rolls or Carnival Buns.
  • Stop At: Portsmouth Square
  • Stop At: Delicious Dim Sum
  • Stop At: Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory

Includes

  • Narrated walking tour of Chinatown
  • Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
  • Food included on your tour:
  • Pork Buns & Spring Rolls or Carnival Buns at iCafe or Hang Ah
  • Delicious Dim Sum
  • Fortune Cookies
  • Small group activity guaranteed, maximum of 12 customers

Excludes

  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel Pick up or drop off.

Restrictions

  • In order to cancel the booking with no penalties you must contact us at least 24 hours in advance.

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4.8 / 5   overall customer review rating
a Gray Line customer
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August 6, 2022
Our tour was cancelled last minute - tour guides tested COVID positive. Really disappointed, but we received a refund and vouchers for the Big Bus Tour of SF. The BB Tour was super fun! Our rating is for the BB Tour.
a Gray Line customer
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June 5, 2022
Joseph is worth every dollar!
a Gray Line customer
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May 8, 2022
Joesph was amazing. We have been on a number of walking tours over the last 10 years and he is one of the very best guides that we have had the pleasure to know. He has a wealth of information to share about China Town and San Francisco.He also cared for our comfort and was attentive to the pace of the tour. Very well worth the cost.
Mr Andrew Smith
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February 28, 2022
Smooth process and easy to pay
a Gray Line customer
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October 17, 2021
Joseph did an excellent job sharing the history of Chinatown & how Chinatown has influenced Fan Francisco. The food stops were interesting & delicious. Happy we scheduled the tour.
a Gray Line customer
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July 12, 2021
We truly enjoyed the Chinatown tour. Our tour guide, Joseph, was very knowledgeable and personable. We learned a lot about the history of San Francisco and tasted some very good food.
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August 6, 2022
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Our tour was cancelled last minute - tour guides tested COVID positive. Really disappointed, but we received a refund and vouchers for the Big Bus Tour of SF. The BB Tour was super fun! Our rating is for the BB Tour.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
June 5, 2022
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Joseph is worth every dollar!
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
May 8, 2022
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Joesph was amazing. We have been on a number of walking tours over the last 10 years and he is one of the very best guides that we have had the pleasure to know. He has a wealth of information to share about China Town and San Francisco.He also cared for our comfort and was attentive to the pace of the tour. Very well worth the cost.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
February 28, 2022
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Smooth process and easy to pay
reviewed by Mr Andrew Smith
October 17, 2021
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
Joseph did an excellent job sharing the history of Chinatown & how Chinatown has influenced Fan Francisco. The food stops were interesting & delicious. Happy we scheduled the tour.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
July 12, 2021
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We truly enjoyed the Chinatown tour. Our tour guide, Joseph, was very knowledgeable and personable. We learned a lot about the history of San Francisco and tasted some very good food.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer

Itinerary

Meet your tour guide at the iconic Dragon's Gate, the gateway to San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown neighborhood, and embark on a captivating walking tour that uncovers the most famous landmarks and hidden gems.

As you meander through this lively and colorful neighborhood, your guide will regale you with intriguing insights into Chinatown's rich history, culture, and its authentic present-day atmosphere. Explore Stockton Street, where bustling markets offer some of the freshest and most exotic foods in the city. Admire pagoda-style buildings, and don't forget your camera as you capture the captivating Chinese decorations that adorn the streets.

Step into the heart of Chinatown's religious culture and history with a visit to the Old Saint Mary's Cathedral. Then, indulge your taste buds with a delightful sampling of traditional Spring Rolls or Pork Buns at Cafe or Hang Ah (depending on the day of your tour).

At your next destination, Portsmouth Square, take your time to explore and learn about the historical significance of this area, central to the Gold Rush, California's origins, and the birth of Chinatown.

No Chinatown tour would be complete without savoring homemade Dim Sum. Join our guide on a delectable journey to Delicious Dim Sum, where you'll relish some of the finest Dim Sum you've ever tasted.

Conclude your tour with a memorable visit to a Fortune Cookie factory. Here, you'll have the opportunity to taste these iconic treats, discover their unique cooking techniques, and contemplate the historical importance of these beloved symbols of fortune.

  • Stop At: Dragon's Gate

Our tour will begin at the famous Dragon's Gate, the main entrance to San Francisco's Chinatown neighborhood. Your guide will review the itinerary to follow during your tour so you don't miss any point!

  • Stop At: Old Cathedral of St. Mary

Your second stop will bring you to a visit to the old St. Mary Cathedral where your guide will instruct you about relevant facts about this building and its connection to the Chinatown community.

  • Stop At: iCafe or Hang Ah

Your tour continues with a delicious stop at iCafe or Hang Ah (subject to availability), where you will get the chance to taste a sample of Pork Buns and Spring Rolls.

  • Stop At: Portsmouth Square

Walk around the square and learn about the historical significance of this area for the Gold Rush, California's beginnings, and Chinatown's origin.

  • Stop At: Delicious Dim Sum

A Chinatown tour will never be complete if you don't get to taste a homemade Dim Sum. Join our guide to our next stop will be at Delicious Dim Sum, probably the best ones you've ever had.

  • Stop At: Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co.

Finish your tour with a memorable visit to a Fortune Cookie factory, where you will have the chance to taste them and learn about the cooking techniques and the historical significance of fortune.

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Pickup Info

Hotel pick up is not provided for this tour.
* Please be at the meeting point: The Dragon's Gate, Bush St @ Grant Ave, San Francisco at 10:45 am, 15 minutes before the tour begins at 11 am