Chinatown & North Beach\Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History
Overview
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4 hours
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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‘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
Savor Authentic Italian Pizza with a Glass of Wine
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, a Glass of Wine, and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
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
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.
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.
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Chinatown and North Beach Walk
Chinatown and North Beach Walk
Reviews
973 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting and...
Ronald D,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Interesting and informative. Our guide Ryan was entertaining and enthusiastic about what we saw. The walk was somewhat hilly but we were able to handle it easily because of the stops in between for food.
Fantastic Tour of Chinatown and North Beach Neighborhoods
Agnieszka S,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful way to taste and learn your way through two historical neighborhoods of San Francisco. Scott our tour guide was a fantastic story teller with so much knowledge about the history, and evolution of these neighborhoods. The food and experiences were authentic and relevant and were a great way to meet other fellow travelers in San Francisco. Would highly recommended men's this tour to anyone curious and open to learning.
Great tour. I would recommend it!
Tausha P,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00I am so glad we did this. The food, the history and the tour guid was awesome. We left with our tummies full. The tour guide Brian was fun! I would recommend it. If you can't walk alot that might be the only down fall but it was worth it.
Fascinating history lesson & delicious food
Helen C,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Eat very little breakfast! Wear comfortable shoes & be prepared to listen. 4 hours of amazing & humbling history & facts.
Great tour with Scott
Ruth W,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We’ve been on many tours all over the world and Scott Lettieri, our guide, was the best tour guide we’ve ever had. His knowledge of SF history, architecture, literature, arts and food was amazing. And the food was awesome— lots of samples and great hospitality. We highly recommend it! l
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