San Francisco's Chinatown is one of the largest Chinese communities outside of Asia, so explore the ins and outs of this lively multicultural neighborhood with a guide who knows the way. Venture beyond the tourist shops to learn the history of landmarks like Portsmouth Square and the Dragon's Gate, stopping along the way to sample authentic dim sum and tour a fortune cookie factory.
- Avoid aimless wandering and see the best of Chinatown
- Get tips on ordering dim sum like a local
- Watch how fortune cookies are made at a factory
- Learn about the neighborhood’s long history in a respectful way
What To Expect
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!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Eastern Bakery
Your tour continues with a delicious stop at Eastern Bakery, where you will get the chance to taste a sample of homemade cookies. Expect to get some tips from the Bakey owners so you can learn how to cook them at home!
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
Continue your tour with a memorable visit to a Fortune Cookie factory, where you will have the chance taste them and learn about the cooking techniques and the historical significance of fortune.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Portsmouth Square
Finish your tour walking around the square and learn about the historical significance of this area for the Gold Rush, California’s beginnings, and Chinatown’s origin.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Max group – 12
