Night Tour of Chinatown, North Beach and Little Italy

Spend an evening exploring two of San Francisco's most vibrant areas for food and nightlife on this walking tour through Chinatown and Little Italy. Let your senses be stimulated as you awaken to new flavours, ancient cultures and exotic lifestyles.

You will start by exploring Chinatown. San Francisco's Chinatown is the oldest Chinatown in North America, the largest Chinese community outside of Asia and is one of the most densely populated sectors of the city as well as being one of the most picturesque. We'll taste Dim Sum from one of the oldest bakeries in the neighbourhood and discover Chinese cuisine as you've never tasted it before, enticing your senses with new flavours, smells and aromas. You'll get to taste exotic and unique Asian produce, herbs, and teas from the very people who know them best.

Next stop is North Beach, home to a sizeable Italian-American community and the Beat Generation and birthplace to the San Francisco Renaissance. This area has a colourful history with a distinct Mediterranean feel with its many coffee shops, bakeries and shops selling great food. You'll be able to try local delicacies including pizza, speciality meats and locally produced olive oils.

The tour takes 2 hours, starting at 18:00 and finishing at 20:00 You will be accompanied by an experienced guide at all times. Remember to wear comfortable clothing and footwear and to dress for the weather.

Address or meeting point

Meet in front of the Chinatown Gate at the Corner of Bush and Grant Street.

Hours & minutes

Approximately 2 hours.

Start or opening time

Tour departs at 18:00 h.

Position

Is there any parking? Is it on the street, private or public? City Parking Garage.

Is it possible to get there by public transport? Yes.

List each mean of public transportion and the stop's name BART- Powell Station - MUNI 30 or 45 Bus.

Distance from the venue to the stop 2-3 blocks.

Guides & companions

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? Guide.

Which languages do guide/instructors speak? English.

Are they trained in CPR/First Aid? Yes.

Content & Specialized items

List the specific clothing required Dress comfortably and for the weather.

Meals

Is lunch/dinner included on this tour? No.

Are there restrooms available? Yes.

Snacks

Is there a snack included? Yes.

If so, where is it served? At the Stops of the tours.

What is the exact content of the snack? Dim Sum, Tea Tasting, Fortune cookies, Pizza and Wine.

Can special requests be accommodated? (Vegetarian,...) Yes.

Drinks

Are drinks included? Non alcoholic.

Is there any place to get a drink? Yes.

Restroom Information

List all venues where restrooms are available Several.

Which of them are accessible by wheelchair? Most.

Are there any restroom-only stops during the tour? Yes.

Physical condition

What is the fitness level required? Moderate.

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? Yes.

What type of paving does it have? (flat, uneven...) Mostly Flat with one small incline.

How much walking is required? (km, meters) 7-8 blocks.

Advisories

Is there any fee or limitation for photo/video camera usage? No.

Which currencies are accepted? American dollars.

Product price detail

6:00pm

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.