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San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

Location San Francisco, California, USA
$59
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Chinatown in San Francisco is a vibrant tapestry of culture and history waiting to be explored. This engaging walking tour invites you to uncover the hidden gems and storied landmarks of this iconic neighborhood with an expert guide.

  • 👣 Walking Tour: Immerse yourself in a 2-hour journey through Chinatown’s most popular sights and lesser-known locales.
  • 🗣️ Professional Guide: Enjoy insightful commentary from a knowledgeable guide fluent in English, enhancing your understanding of the area.
  • 📍 Meet at Old St. Mary's Cathedral, located at 660 California St., to kick off your adventure into the heart of Chinatown.
  • 🏞️ Portsmouth Square: Visit this lively outdoor space, known as the birthplace of San Francisco’s first American flag and public school.
  • 🍜 Stockton Street Food Markets: Stroll through vibrant markets filled with fresh and exotic foods, a true feast for the senses.
  • 🍪 Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co: Delight in sampling fortune cookies while observing the fascinating production process.
  • 🌿 Discover the exotic dried goods at a local store, where you'll learn about unique ingredients like ginseng and sea cucumbers.
  • 🏯 The Street of the Painted Balconies: Admire intricate architectural details and, time permitting, visit a serene Buddhist temple.
  • 🏢 Grant Avenue: Uncover the secrets of a stationery and party goods store, and marvel at pagoda-style architecture.
  • 📅 Tours operate rain or shine, ensuring you can experience the charm of Chinatown regardless of the weather.

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Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
The cross street is Grant Avenue
Return details
The tour ends near Grant Ave., 2 blocks from Old St. Mary's Cathedral, the starting site of the tour.

  • All About Chinatown Tours
    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.
  • Portsmouth Square
    Chinatown’s outdoor living room and the birthplace of San Francisco’s first American flag, first public school, and first cable car line.
  • Stockton Street
    Stroll among the freshest and most exotic foods in the Bay Area at the Stockton Street Food Markets.
  • Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
    We’ll sample these “wise crackers” and watch how it’s done.
  • Stockton Street
    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.
  • The Street of the Painted Balconies
    Admire architectural details; hear about the history of secret institutions on Waverly Place; and time permitting, visit a secluded Buddhist temple.
  • Grant Avenue
    Stationery store? Party goods supply store? Come with us to discover exactly what this store sells and why.
  • Grant Avenue
    View of 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.

  • 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
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    San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

    Location San Francisco, California, USA
    $59
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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