San Francisco Chinatown and North Beach Highlights Walking Tour

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About this activity

Buckle up for a whirlwind adventure with our Top 10 San Francisco Highlights Tour! From the legendary Chinatown—bigger and tastier than you can imagine—to the must-see spots that make this city sparkle, we’ve got your San Francisco bucket list covered. Dive into 300 years of history and discover why so many people leave their hearts in this iconic city. Discover the essence of San Francisco with our unique 3-hour walking tour! This immersive experience goes beyond the typical sightseeing, taking you through the city's most iconic highlights and hidden gems.

With our expert local guide, explore vibrant neighbourhoods and enjoy exclusive views of the city's breathtaking skyline. Visit the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, where you can watch cookies being made. This tour combines San Francisco’s must-see landmarks with authentic local experiences, offering an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most captivating cities.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: LetzGo City Tours USA

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour is led by an and first-class expert local guide
Included: See Columbus Tower – owned film director and vintner Francis Ford Coppola
Included: Visit Broadway – one of San Francisco’s most charming lively neighbourhoods
Included: See the famous Cable Cars of San Francisco
Included: Visit the stunning 853 foot tall Transamerica building with its iconic shape
Included: Walk under the famous Dragon Gate in Chinatown

Not included

Not included: Transportation / Guide Tip

Itinerary

Union Square

10 min

The birthplace of the city spirit and city as we know it today
Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround

10 min Admission included

Home to Cable Cars and more
Dragon's Gate

5 min

Walk under the world-famous Dragon Gate of Chinatown
Stop 4

45 min

Visit to the largest Chinatown in North America
Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co

25 min Admission included

Visit one of the only remaining authentic Fortune Cookie factories left in the United States
Transamerica Redwood Park

10 min Admission included

Enjoy and exhilarating rest stop under the canopy of the famous towering redwoods of Muir Woods in the secret San Francisco woodland that very few get to visit
Columbus Avenue

25 min

Walk the famous Columbus Avenue that stretches from Ghirardelli Square to Financial District. On this tour guests will walk the segment that commences from Washington Square and offers visitors a view of the hustle and bustle of San Francisco’s famous entertainment & dining area and home to literary and film landmarks
Stop 8

5 min

See the distinctive copper green Flatiron style building that was completed in 1907, currently home to Zoetrope film studio since 1972, co-founded by Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas.
City Lights Booksellers

5 min

Enjoy a brief stop at this store and learn about rich "beat generation", Jack Kerouac or Allen Ginsberg.
Top of Broadway District

15 min

Discover the colorful streets of one of the most emblematic streets of San Francisco
Transamerica Pyramid

25 min Admission included

Visit the stunning 853-foot-tall Transamerica building with its iconic shape that has become one of Americas most recognizable skyscrapers

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time

MEETING PLACE: 246 Powell St, near the corner of Geary Street & Powell Street, across from Union Square and Cable Cars of San Francisco.

MEETING POINT: Look for your guide with our LetzGo City Tours Check-In Sign on the corner

End point

Using your ticket

You cannot enter the venue with this voucher.
To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.
You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded or rescheduled.

Health & Safety:

This tour is not suitable for guests who require any device to assist with mobility.
Participants should be in good health, consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
Operates in all weather conditions.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility