San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

By All About Chinatown Tours

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Overview

Discover San Francisco's Chinatown on this fascinating walking tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colours and rich heritage and culture of this storied area 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 area.

Activity location

All About Chinatown Tours
- 660 California St, Old St. Mary's Cathedral
- 94108-2501, San Francisco, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
- 660 California Street
- 94108, San Francisco, California, United States

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Walking Tour

2h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00 AM

Price details

NZ$101.62 x 2 AdultsNZ$203.24

Total

Until Fri, 27 Mar

What's included, what's not

Professional guide
Service charge
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport 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 travelling alone, we will offer alternative dates for you to join us.

Activity itinerary

All About Chinatown Tours

10m

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

15m

Chinatown’s outdoor living room and the birthplace of San Francisco’s first American flag, first state school, and first cable car line.

Stockton Street

15m

Stroll among the freshest and most exotic foods in the Bay Area at the Stockton Street Food Markets.

Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co

10m

We’ll sample these “wise crackers” and watch how it’s done.

Stockton Street

10m

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

10m

Admire architectural details; hear about the history of secret institutions on Waverly Place; and time permitting, visit a secluded Buddhist temple.

Grant Avenue

10m

Stationery store? Party goods supply store? Come with us to discover exactly what this store sells and why.

Grant Avenue

10m

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.

Location

Activity location

All About Chinatown Tours
- 660 California St, Old St. Mary's Cathedral
- 94108-2501, San Francisco, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
- 660 California Street
- 94108, San Francisco, California, United States

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