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San Francisco Chinatown Walking Tour

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Discover
Historic Neighborhood Insights

Experience the rich culture and history.

Learn about hidden gems and local stories.

Enjoy a unique perspective of Chinatown.

Local Stories
Cultural Heritage

A Three-hour immersive walking tour through the hidden gems and rich history of San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown, designed for both locals and visitors alike.

A street view featuring a distinctive vertical 'CHINATOWN' sign on a multi-story brick building. Three people are walking along the sidewalk, and the scene is bathed in a warm, afternoon light. The building has a modern frontage with several balconies and shops at street level.
A street view featuring a distinctive vertical 'CHINATOWN' sign on a multi-story brick building. Three people are walking along the sidewalk, and the scene is bathed in a warm, afternoon light. The building has a modern frontage with several balconies and shops at street level.

Chinatown Walking Tour with Rick Evans

Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the bustling streets and back alleys of Chinatown sharing fascinating stories and insights.

Immersive Experience

Discover the rich history and culture of Chinatown during this engaging three-hour walking tour.

LIVING HISTORY

Step back in time as you explore the oldest Chinatown in North America, established in the mid-1800s.

Uncover a vibrant tapestry of Chinese heritage, traditions, and art through historical landmarks, temples, and community spaces.

Cultural Tapestry

A vibrant Chinatown gate is lit up with bright neon lights at night. Several people are walking towards the gate, which is adorned with intricate traditional architectural designs. Colorful lanterns hang in the background, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
A vibrant Chinatown gate is lit up with bright neon lights at night. Several people are walking towards the gate, which is adorned with intricate traditional architectural designs. Colorful lanterns hang in the background, enhancing the festive atmosphere.
A street scene in Chinatown featuring a brick building with a vertical sign with the word 'Chinatown' in both English and Chinese characters. Red lanterns hang from a pole next to the building. A person is walking near a parked car under dim lighting, suggesting an overcast day.
A street scene in Chinatown featuring a brick building with a vertical sign with the word 'Chinatown' in both English and Chinese characters. Red lanterns hang from a pole next to the building. A person is walking near a parked car under dim lighting, suggesting an overcast day.

Chinatown Tour

Explore San Francisco's historic Chinatown through immersive walking experiences.

A street view of a city with cars parked on both sides. There are buildings on either side; one of the buildings to the right is under construction with scaffolding and cranes visible. The street leads to an ornate Chinatown gate in the distance. There are trees along the sidewalk and various signs, including one that reads 'Chop Suey.'
A street view of a city with cars parked on both sides. There are buildings on either side; one of the buildings to the right is under construction with scaffolding and cranes visible. The street leads to an ornate Chinatown gate in the distance. There are trees along the sidewalk and various signs, including one that reads 'Chop Suey.'
A quiet street scene in Chinatown featuring traditional architecture with pagoda-style roofs. The buildings are adorned with red and gold accents, and there are street lamps with decorative designs. Lanterns are hung across the street, creating a festive atmosphere. Several cars are parked along the street, and the area seems calm with no visible pedestrians.
A quiet street scene in Chinatown featuring traditional architecture with pagoda-style roofs. The buildings are adorned with red and gold accents, and there are street lamps with decorative designs. Lanterns are hung across the street, creating a festive atmosphere. Several cars are parked along the street, and the area seems calm with no visible pedestrians.
A colorful storefront features a signage for The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory with red and yellow colors. Below the sign, a painted shutter displays a cartoon dragon holding an ice cream bowl. The dragon has a green body, red accents, and appears friendly and playful.
A colorful storefront features a signage for The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory with red and yellow colors. Below the sign, a painted shutter displays a cartoon dragon holding an ice cream bowl. The dragon has a green body, red accents, and appears friendly and playful.
A busy street scene in what appears to be a Chinatown area, featuring numerous red lanterns hanging along the street, and signs in both Chinese and English. There are several shops, including a bakery and souvenir stores. People are walking along the sidewalk, and some are engaged in conversation. The architecture is characterized by brick buildings with fire escapes.
A busy street scene in what appears to be a Chinatown area, featuring numerous red lanterns hanging along the street, and signs in both Chinese and English. There are several shops, including a bakery and souvenir stores. People are walking along the sidewalk, and some are engaged in conversation. The architecture is characterized by brick buildings with fire escapes.
A vibrant street scene in a Chinatown district featuring a building with traditional Chinese architectural elements, including pagoda-style roofs and intricate decorations. The street is bustling with pedestrians and vehicles. Brightly colored signs and lanterns add to the cultural atmosphere.
A vibrant street scene in a Chinatown district featuring a building with traditional Chinese architectural elements, including pagoda-style roofs and intricate decorations. The street is bustling with pedestrians and vehicles. Brightly colored signs and lanterns add to the cultural atmosphere.
A vibrant street scene in a Chinatown area featuring numerous red lanterns hanging above a busy street. Traditional Chinese architecture with colorful facades lines the sides, and various shops and restaurants are visible. People are walking along the sidewalks, and cars are parked along the street. Signs in both English and Chinese are prominently displayed.
A vibrant street scene in a Chinatown area featuring numerous red lanterns hanging above a busy street. Traditional Chinese architecture with colorful facades lines the sides, and various shops and restaurants are visible. People are walking along the sidewalks, and cars are parked along the street. Signs in both English and Chinese are prominently displayed.

Customer Reviews

Discover what our guests say about their Chinatown walking tour experience.

An unforgettable experience! The tour was informative and engaging. Highly recommend!

Emily Chen
An urban street scene in a bustling city neighborhood, featuring buildings with traditional Chinese architectural elements. Various storefront signs in Chinese characters line the street, suggesting a Chinatown area. Pedestrians, including a woman and child, walk along the street, while a few cars are parked on the side. The atmosphere exhibits a mix of shadows and sunlight, casting dynamic patterns on the structures.
An urban street scene in a bustling city neighborhood, featuring buildings with traditional Chinese architectural elements. Various storefront signs in Chinese characters line the street, suggesting a Chinatown area. Pedestrians, including a woman and child, walk along the street, while a few cars are parked on the side. The atmosphere exhibits a mix of shadows and sunlight, casting dynamic patterns on the structures.

San Francisco

The Chinatown walking tour was a fantastic way to explore the area. Our guide was knowledgeable and made the history come alive. A must-do for anyone!

A busy urban street scene with people walking along the sidewalk. Various signs with Chinese characters adorn the buildings, indicating a Chinatown district. Vans are parked along the street, and a man is prominently walking towards the camera. An advertising board for food or beverages is visible in the foreground.
A busy urban street scene with people walking along the sidewalk. Various signs with Chinese characters adorn the buildings, indicating a Chinatown district. Vans are parked along the street, and a man is prominently walking towards the camera. An advertising board for food or beverages is visible in the foreground.
Mark Johnson

San Francisco

★★★★★
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