San Francisco

15 Best Chinatown & North Beach Tours

These walks link the oldest Chinatown in North America with the Italian cafes of North Beach next door. I compared them on food stops and storytelling. Nearly all pass through Ross Alley, where a tiny bakery still folds fortune cookies by hand.

1.Chinatown and North Beach Walking Tour

Discover the vibrant streets of San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach on our immersive walking tour. Uncover hidden gems and indulge in the rich cultural heritage!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Scott was so knowledgeable and engaging! We could not have asked for a better tour of these unique neighborhoods in such a beautiful city! I would absolutely recommend his tour to others!!!”

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2.Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour in San Francisco

Discover the heart of San Francisco's vibrant culinary scene on a Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour. Indulge in Italian flavors and soak in the charming atmosphere.

★ 5.0

“Arrive 20 minutes early to find parking jn the parking garages. .. suggestion 735 Columbus North beqch Parking Garage, has a great location parking $5.00 per hour. 4 minutes walking distance from the meet up tour destination. Lots of good food. Great portions. Great information.…”

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3.San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

Discover the vibrant charm and rich history of San Francisco's Chinatown on an unforgettable walking tour. Explore hidden gems, taste authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the culture.

★ 5.0

“We've been to San Francisco several times and decided to take an offical tour of Chinatown. Linda our guide provided an excellent insight on the history and culture that we would have not apprecitated nor recognized if we simply walked thru the area on our…”

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4.Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour

Experience the vibrant flavors and rich history of Chinatown on our culinary walking tour. Discover hidden gems and indulge in mouthwatering dishes. Join us now!

★ 5.0

“Great out of Chinatown and surrounds. Andre was a passionate and good guide. Really insightful tour into the history of the area.”

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5.San Francisco Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour

Kaleidoscope of flavors and stories await on a San Francisco Chinatown Culinary Walking Tour—discover the secrets behind each dish and the rich history they hold.

★ 4.8

“Tour was fantastic! Tour guide, Andres, was great about setting expectations re: the tour on the front end; was very considerate of special needs of attendees; was knowledgeable about topic; was empathetic and kind; and had a very engaging personality! If we had enough time…”

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6.San Francisco: North Beach and Little Italy Food Tour

Dive into the delicious world of San Francisco's North Beach and Little Italy on a food tour filled with tantalizing flavors and rich culinary history.

★ 4.8

“This was such a fun tour! Unfortunately it was raining most of it but Brian still made sure we all had a great time! It was my birthday and he gave me recommendations for things to do after. 10/10. Would do it again and recommend…”

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7.Curated 4-Course North Beach Culinary Experience

Indulge in a gastronomic journey through North Beach's finest flavors. Experience a curated 4-course culinary adventure like no other. Book your spot now!

★ 5.0

“I loved this experience! Wow! The food, stories, and fellow travelers were just wonderful. The ciopinno soup was by far my favorite. The four other guests were just lovely and the walk was more like a stroll, nice and easy. Danielle was our docent and…”

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8.Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour in San Francisco

Discover the flavors of Chinatown on a tea and dim sum food tour in San Francisco. Join us for a culinary adventure like no other!

★ 5.0

“The dim sum luncheon was excellent! Robin, our guide, was early a d rounded us all up. Our tour group was 9 people. We saw hand folded fortune cookies, which were tasty, got some Bobo tea, and visited a tea shop. Had some Peking duck…”

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9.San Francisco: Food Walking Tour of Chinatown & North Beach

Get ready to taste your way through San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach on a food walking tour, where culinary delights and cultural discoveries await around every corner.

★ 4.8

“Great variety and quantity of food. Very good guide with interesting tour content. On the move from one stop to the next: tour guide often spoke while walking forward (facing away from the group), so one could not hear what was being shared. Suggestion: Use…”

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10.San Francisco Chinatown Food Tour

Your taste buds will embark on a flavorful journey through San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown, where a delectable food tour awaits.

★ 5.0

“Great food and history! I learned a lot—- even as a local! The food was fabulous! Highly recommend to visitors and locals alike.”

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12.North Beach Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour

Indulge in mouthwatering delights and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of North Beach. Join our food tasting and cultural walking tour today!

★ 5.0

“Catherine was very knowledgeable and told interesting stories about the area. She took us to authentic, culturally significant places to taste. The foods we tried were excellent!”

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4.5Chinatown Food & History Walking Tour – Small Group2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$85.00 4.51HR San Francisco Chinatown and Downtown GoCar Tour1 hour (approx.)$99.00 4.02-Day San Francisco Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Chinatown Tour2 hours (approx.)$95.00 4.9San Francisco: Chinatown Food and History Walking Tour2.5 hours$85 4.5North Beach Food & History Walking Tour – Small Group2 hours (approx.)$89.00 5.0Delicious Fun Food and History Tour of North Beach and Beyond!3 hours (approx.)$79.00 3.9San Francisco: Alcatraz Island & Chinatown Walking Tour4 hours$99 5.0San Francisco Urban Hike: Coit Tower, Lombard Street and North Beach3 hours (approx.)$54.00 4.8San Francisco: North Beach & Chinatown Food & History Tour4.5 hours$99 5.0San Francisco Chinatown, Russian Hill, And North Beach Tour3 to 4 hours (approx.)$65.00 5.0SF: North Beach Curated Multi-Course Foodie Tour3 hours$99 5.0San Francisco: Secret Food Tour of North Beach and Chinatown$104 5.0San Francisco: North Beach Food and History Walking Tour2 hours$89 5.0Top 10 Streets of SF, Chinatown & North Beach Highlights3 hours$59 4.5Warrior Cat Outdoor Escape Game in Chinatown, San Francisco2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$6.01 5.0San Francisco North Beach Food Tour$99 5.0San Francisco: Food and History Tour of North Beach3 hours$76 5.0San Francisco : Chinatown Walking Tour With A Guide2 hours$62 San Francisco Chinatown: A Cultural Walking Adventure$295.97 4.2Coit Tower & Little Italy Landmark Walking Tour2.5 hours$69 North Beach and Chinatown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour$7.75 San Francisco Private Walking Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy$386.64 San Francisco Chinatown and North Beach Highlights Walking Tour$59.00