Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor
Overview
There are two Chinatowns, one that you see from a van or bus, and the one that can only be experienced on foot in the back alleys, food markets, and local restaurants.
One Chinatown, the one from the bus, is interesting. Our Chinatown will surprise you with new adventures around every corner. In our Chinatown, artisans form Fortune Cookies by hand. In our Chinatown, artisans practice their craft in small alleys using techniques handed down for thousands of years. And in our Chinatown, the authentic cuisine will enliven your senses with new flavors, smells, and aromas.
We'll explore exotic and unique Asian produce, herbs, and teas from the very people who know them best. We'll uncover their hidden secrets only intrepid locals know. And you'll be astonished by the new finds in secret alcoves.
We'll spend about three hours eating everything from Dim Sum, fortune cookies, teas, and more.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Relax with a traditional tea tasting experience, where you’ll sample a variety of blends and learn about the cultural significance of tea in Chinese heritage.
- Dinner Savor some of the best Chinese cuisine, such as crispy Peking duck and a variety of local specialties that showcase the richness of regional flavors.
- Lunch
- Visit the iconic Fortune Cookie Factory and taste fresh cookies made by hand since 1962.
- An Unforgettable Chinatown Feast – Food & Non-Alcoholic Drinks Covered!
- Enjoy BBQ pork buns, siu mai, dumplings & more at Chinatown’s favorite local dim sum spots.
- Explore the bustling Stockton Street markets, brimming with fresh produce, seafood, and local fare.
- Start in Chinatown with treats from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown
- Explore Stockton Street’s vibrant markets and experience the daily rhythm of Chinatown.
- Step inside the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory for a behind-the-scenes look and tasty samples.
- Walk down Waverly Place and admire the traditional Chinese temples along this colorful hidden alley.
Meeting Location
400 Grant Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
650 Jackson Street
San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- ATTENTION: Each Youth or Child registration requires an Adult registration
- We are not able to accommodate nut or shellfish allergies
- We cannot accommodate nut allergies
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Relax with a traditional tea tasting experience, where you’ll sample a variety of blends and learn about the cultural significance of tea in Chinese heritage.
- Dinner. Savor some of the best Chinese cuisine, such as crispy Peking duck and a variety of local specialties that showcase the richness of regional flavors.
- Lunch.
- Visit the iconic Fortune Cookie Factory and taste fresh cookies made by hand since 1962.
- An Unforgettable Chinatown Feast – Food & Non-Alcoholic Drinks Covered!.
- Enjoy BBQ pork buns, siu mai, dumplings & more at Chinatown’s favorite local dim sum spots.
- Explore the bustling Stockton Street markets, brimming with fresh produce, seafood, and local fare.
- Start in Chinatown with treats from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown.
- Explore Stockton Street’s vibrant markets and experience the daily rhythm of Chinatown.
- Step inside the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory for a behind-the-scenes look and tasty samples.
- Walk down Waverly Place and admire the traditional Chinese temples along this colorful hidden alley.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chinatown Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeRelax with a traditional tea tasting experience, where you’ll sample a variety of blends and learn about the cultural significance of tea in Chinese heritage.
- DinnerSavor some of the best Chinese cuisine, such as crispy Peking duck and a variety of local specialties that showcase the richness of regional flavors.
- Lunch
- Visit the iconic Fortune Cookie Factory and taste fresh cookies made by hand since 1962.
- An Unforgettable Chinatown Feast – Food & Non-Alcoholic Drinks Covered!
- Enjoy BBQ pork buns, siu mai, dumplings & more at Chinatown’s favorite local dim sum spots.
- Explore the bustling Stockton Street markets, brimming with fresh produce, seafood, and local fare.
- Start in Chinatown with treats from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown
- Explore Stockton Street’s vibrant markets and experience the daily rhythm of Chinatown.
- Step inside the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory for a behind-the-scenes look and tasty samples.
- Walk down Waverly Place and admire the traditional Chinese temples along this colorful hidden alley.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- ATTENTION: Each Youth or Child registration requires an Adult registration
- We are not able to accommodate nut or shellfish allergies
- We cannot accommodate nut allergies
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
