SF Native Local Food Tour
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Overview
The Original Tour covers the most popular neighborhoods of San Francisco to provide the best local introduction to the city. The tour starts in the heart of the financial district underneath the Transamerica Pyramid. After our group introduction in SF's smallest redwood park, we'll weave our way through the secret side of downtown to see parts of the city that even locals often miss! As we explore the historical Barbary Coast we share family stories of the Wild West during the Gold Rush years. After learning about these lawless times, we'll make our way into North Beach (our Little Italy) as we sample a plethora of snacks and introducing our groups to local community businesses. We'll end the tour in our most authentic historic neighborhood, Chinatown. In Chinatown we'll visit stores and marketplaces that sell unique items, both dead & alive(!), while trying delicious authentic dim sum. Finally, we'll finish up by visiting the fortune-cookie factory and the "living room" of Chinatown.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - Local coffee or tea
- Ghirardelli chocolates
- Sicilian pizza
- Famous fudge
- Local sea salt taffy
- Italian pastries
- Italian Cake
- Italian sandwiches
- Traditional antipasto
- Exclusive charcuterie board
- Dim sum
- Fortune cookies
- Entry/Admission - Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Financial District, Financial District, San Francisco, California
Explore the hidden side of downtown San Francisco as we uncover secrets underground and up above.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Jackson Square, Jackson Street between Battery and Kearny, San Francisco, CA 94111
Relive the old wild west Barbary Coast district as we discuss the gold rush history and share stories about how our families helped shape this city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: North Beach, Broadway at Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94111
San Francisco's one and only Italian district.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chinatown, Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108
Explore the real local side to the oldest (and most authentic) Chinatown in America.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co, 56 Ross Aly, San Francisco, CA 94108-1204
Visit the world-famous Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory and meet the local business owners!
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Financial District, Financial District, San Francisco, California
Explore the hidden side of downtown San Francisco as we uncover secrets underground and up above.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Jackson Square, Jackson Street between Battery and Kearny, San Francisco, CA 94111
Relive the old wild west Barbary Coast district as we discuss the gold rush history and share stories about how our families helped shape this city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: North Beach, Broadway at Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94111
San Francisco's one and only Italian district.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chinatown, Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108
Explore the real local side to the oldest (and most authentic) Chinatown in America.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co, 56 Ross Aly, San Francisco, CA 94108-1204
Visit the world-famous Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory and meet the local business owners!
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- A maximum of 10 people per booking.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- A minimum of 4 people per tour is required to operate.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- We follow the County of San Francisco's COVID-19 guidelines & policies. For more information please visit: https://www.sfcdcp.org/infectious-diseases-a-to-z/coronavirus-2019-novel-coronavirus/
- This experience 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
MikenSiobhan
April 2022
This was the third tour I’ve enjoyed with Stuart. I cannot express enough - it is a FANTASTIC experience. You learn to be a traveler instead of just a tourist. You see the side of San Francisco only locals enjoy - the favorite local restaurants and hidden gems. In addition to theses ‘nuggets’ ...
This was the third tour I’ve enjoyed with Stuart. I cannot express enough - it is a FANTASTIC experience. You learn to be a traveler instead of just a tourist. You see the side of San Francisco only locals enjoy - the favorite local restaurants and hidden gems. In addition to theses ‘nuggets’ you learn the truth behind SF’s gold rush!!! Stuart immerses you into the culture and dynamics of the city - well worth the tour!!Carey_R
April 2022
Stuart knows San Francisco. Small tour that takes you to unique parts of the city. Not to mention all the amazing foods.
Stuart knows San Francisco. Small tour that takes you to unique parts of the city. Not to mention all the amazing foods.Micey1960
March 2020
We were in SF for a few days and were looking for something other than the typical tourist stuff. This tour was perfect. Stuart was a great tour guide and provided a unique perspective on SF that only a native could provide. We learned a lot about the city that we would have never learned on our ...
We were in SF for a few days and were looking for something other than the typical tourist stuff. This tour was perfect. Stuart was a great tour guide and provided a unique perspective on SF that only a native could provide. We learned a lot about the city that we would have never learned on our own including the seedy side of the city's history. The food was great--don't eat before the tour. All in all. one of the best city tours we have taken. Don't miss it!lout335
March 2020
We enjoyed our walking tour with Stewart. He was a historian- a comedian and a true pleasure to spend the day with. He took us to very interesting site - showed us photos of his topics (before and after photos). I highly recommend his tour. Joe and Lou Thornhill Austin, Tx
We enjoyed our walking tour with Stewart. He was a historian- a comedian and a true pleasure to spend the day with. He took us to very interesting site - showed us photos of his topics (before and after photos). I highly recommend his tour. Joe and Lou Thornhill Austin, Tx198marcieg
March 2020
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed San Francisco the “Stuart Way”. Besides being very personable, Stuart is a true native and knows the interesting history and great eats. All the merchants welcomed him and is with open arms. We highly recommend the tour!
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed San Francisco the “Stuart Way”. Besides being very personable, Stuart is a true native and knows the interesting history and great eats. All the merchants welcomed him and is with open arms. We highly recommend the tour!DN_Wisconsin
February 2020
Whether you are passing through the city or taking an extended stay in the bay, SF Native Original Tour is a must do! The guide, Stuart, comes from a line of San Franciscan entrepreneurs and uses his family history, passion for the city and activism on various local boards to create the best tour...
Whether you are passing through the city or taking an extended stay in the bay, SF Native Original Tour is a must do! The guide, Stuart, comes from a line of San Franciscan entrepreneurs and uses his family history, passion for the city and activism on various local boards to create the best tour experience in San Francisco. Don't let his cool/laid-back California appearance fool you - he has extraordinary enthusiasm and energy, and has put a great deal of work into providing a one-of-a-kind, educational & entertaining tour experience. Through his extensive network and research, you will: - see more to the city than you would on your on with opportunities to sneak into places unavailable or unknown to the general public. - experience a vast variety of the best tastes in the area for no additional cost to you - and develop a whole new understanding of your surroundings with many references to historical photos and interesting facts about the city. So we highly suggest: 1.) Come hungry! Stuarts exclusive deals with the many restaurant/shop owners gives you access to more food than you may eat in a day in these 4.5 hours and 2.) Start your SF adventures with this tour! You'll appreciate the city more and you may want to revisit some of the areas you pass by or have Stuart provide personalized recommendations for the rest of your time in San Francisco. If you are like us (a couple from Wisconsin) or the family we toured with (a family from Australia with school aged children), you'll note this as one of the best experiences you had in SF but you'll have wished you'd done it sooner!