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San Francisco Chinatown Self-Guided Walking Tour and Bar Crawl

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  • San Francisco
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore San Francisco Chinatown’s history, art, and storied bars on a self-guided walking tour with offline app access.

About this tour

Follow the glow of Chinatown’s lanterns into a neighborhood shaped by migration, ambition, and reinvention. This self-guided San Francisco Chinatown walking tour starts at the Dragon Gates on Grant Avenue and Bush Street, where the app leads you into the district’s lively streets.

Hear stories of the Gold Rush, the Tong Wars, and the people who left their mark on Chinatown. Along the way, admire murals and artworks such as the Monkey King and Language of the Birds, and trace the route through Waverly Place and Ross Alley. The tour also points out historic bars, with optional stops at places including Buddha Lounge, Li Po Cocktail Lounge, Red’s Place, and Chinatown Bow Bow Cocktail Lounge. Food and drinks are not included.

Use the Android or iOS app to access English audio, maps, and geodata offline. Your tour access is lifetime, and a virtual tour option lets you explore from home. Bring your own smartphone and headphones, then set out at your own pace to discover the stories behind San Francisco Chinatown’s streets and landmarks.

Highlights

  • Explore Chinatown’s lantern-lit streets and storied past
  • Hear tales of the Gold Rush, Tong Wars, and local legends
  • Admire murals and artworks, including the Monkey King
  • Visit historic bars and discover optional drink stops
  • Follow the route from Dragon Gates through Waverly Place and Ross Alley

What's included

Included

  • Lifetime access to the tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS

Not included

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink

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Important information

  • The tour begins at the Dragon Gates on Grant Avenue and Bush Street
  • The app guides you to the starting point
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at the Dragon Gates on Grant Avenue and Bush Street. The app guides you to the landmark.

What is included with the tour?

You get lifetime access to the English tour, plus offline audio, maps, and geodata through an Android or iOS app.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bring a smartphone and headphones; they are not included.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included, and bar stops are optional.

Can I take the tour without internet access?

Yes. The app provides offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.

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