Chinatown & North Beach\Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Spend an afternoon exploring two of San Francisco's vibrant areas for food and nightlife on a walking tour through Chinatown and North Beach. On their own, they will stir your senses. Together, they awaken you to new flavors, ancient cultures, and a diverse lifestyle.

On their own, Chinatown and North Beach stir your senses.

Together, they awaken you to new flavors, new cultures, and to parts of your heart. We'll start by exploring Chinatown by twilight, including tasting treats from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown.

We'll search out authentic Chinese and Italian sites. We'll uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know. And you'll be astonished by the new finds in secret alcoves.

From wine to Dim Sum, Peking Duck, fortune cookies, in the very places where the Beat Generation started and Barbary Coast history that made San Francisco what it is, you'll feel like you've really experienced Chinatown and North Beach\Little Italy.

Additional Info

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

ATTENTION: Each Youth or Child registration requires an Adult registration

We are not able to accommodate nut allergies

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Dragon's Gate

Meet your local guide from a family-owned San Francisco company and begin your exploration of two of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods — Chinatown and North Beach. Start in Chinatown, where you'll sample freshly made dim sum from one of the neighborhood’s oldest bakeries. As you walk, your guide will share deep local knowledge of Chinese culture, history, and mysticism — pointing out hidden temples, unique sculptures, and striking architecture that most visitors miss. Led by a true local, this tour offers more than just great food — it’s a firsthand look at the stories, traditions, and flavors that define San Francisco.

Admission Not Applicable

Chinatown

Explore the heart of Chinatown with a local San Francisco guide as you sample freshly made dim sum from one of the neighborhood’s oldest bakeries, enjoy a traditional Chinese meal, and take part in an immersive tea tasting. Along the way, discover hidden alleys, rich history, and cultural landmarks that bring this vibrant community to life.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Enjoy Generous Tastings of Local Food and Drinks Throughout the Tour

Indulge in Award-Winning Chocolate from Z. Cioccolato – One of America’s Top Chocolatiers

Experience San Francisco Through the Eyes of a Local Guide from a Family-Owned San Francisco Company

Bite into a fresh cannoli from Stella Pastry, which has been making cannoli since 1942

Savor Local Dim Sum Delights

Enjoy a Traditional Chinese Meal at a Local Favorite

Includes Everything – Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Savor Authentic Italian Pizza

Sip and Learn: Tea Tastings at a Local Chinatown Tea Shop

Kick off the tour with sweet and savory bites from a historic Chinatown bakery

Gratuities

Options

Chinatown and North Beach Walk

Reviews

4.85

1,062 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

954

Awesome experience
AngelicaS349,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Positive vibes. Chinese people are very friendly. Visually appealing. Great ambiance. A must in S.F Go there it is awesome.
Isabella was amazing!...
Molly D,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Isabella was amazing! She’s such a lovely soul and it was a pleasure to have her leading our tour. Lots of yummy foods and a nice group of people. Would recommend!!
Excellent way to take in...
Olivia S,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent way to take in part of the city. Isabella our guide did a fantastic job of intertwining the history into the great food spots that were selected. Highly recommend!
A really fun and interesting tour with delicious food!!!
emilykateh,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fantastic tour with Ryan. The tour was just over 4 hours and jam packed with information including a lot of "hidden" gems. There was plenty of food and even more incredible insight into its history and the way it is made. Ryan was in no rush and really conveyed his love for his city as well as his vast depth of knowledge. I was really pleasantly surprised to enjoy the tour as much as I did. Great value for money. And while I felt exercised afterwards, it was by no means strenuous and i continued walking down to the fisherman's wharf. A highlight was the tea shop where Mey shared so much of her wisdom about the types of tea. It being winter time, there were only 3 in the group and it was very relaxed. I went back to a couple of places Ryan pointed out such as city lights book store and the Georgian restaurant.
Great Tour!
Christopher H,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Super fun, informative, some selling of products but no pressure. Food great. Would recommend. Enthusiastic native local guide
Foodie delight
Trek737311,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tour was great to learn the areas and the food was plentiful. Lots of local hole in the wall places i would not have found on my own along with explination of what is happening post covid to the city.
Fantastic walking and food tour
K4934EMaprilc,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely fantastic and epic tour today! Andre was a wealth of knowledge! Excellent tour guide and the food choices were amazing!!!! Would recommend to anyone going to SF
Learn some, eat some.
Carol M,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An immensely interesting tour, made all the better by our guide Andre. He was very knowledgeable about the city and so enthusiastic to share all its charms with us. The food was also really tasty and abundant. I highly recommend.
Good tour
Russell G,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The guide did a great job. This tour included a lot of different foods and was very informative for people who enjoy history.
Wonderful, insightful tour
wheretodrew,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I'm a local and decided to do this food tour with my mother as a Christmas gift. We had a wonderful time. Andre was such a great tour guide and super knowledgeable. I will probably book again to do the tour with my wife.