San Francisco Free Tour: The Best of Chinatown and Castro
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We will visit China Town, its history, tour the streets of the area, ending at Portsmouth square park, then we will go to Castro street, famous for its cultural diversity and social movements
We’ll visit Chinatown—the second-largest in the U.S. after China—and talk about Chinese immigration, customs, and legends. We’ll also visit the senior citizens’ park, where people play mahjong, Chinese chess (xiangqi), and practice tai chi.
We’ll also go to the famous Castro Street, to the blue house where singer-songwriter Maxime Le Forestier lived for a time in the 1970s, and we’ll end our tour at Dolores Park, famous for the missions.
Meeting point
Ferry building, Embarcadero, San Francisco
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 14:30 (San Francisco time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 17 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Ferry building, Embarcadero, San Francisco. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English and Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 17 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00 and 14:30. Times are local to San Francisco.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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