Top San Francisco Food Tours

If you fancy yourself a foodie or culture enthusiast, don’t miss this walking tour of San Francisco’s Little Italy—the neighborhood of North Beach. Voted one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News, join an insider guide and experience a slice of the top things to do in North Beach, such as tasting coffee and witnessing bread being freshly made. Soak up the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s most popular districts as you learn about its cafes and bakeries and see landmarks like Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Skip the guesswork of where to eat in one of San Francisco’s most diverse neighborhoods. This small-group food tour combines curated tastings with local storytelling, helping you discover the Mission District’s rich cultural influences through its cuisine. Enjoy a flavorful, immersive experience that goes beyond typical dining, with insights you wouldn’t get on your own.

Stroll the narrow streets and back alleys of San Francisco's Chinatown on this small-group walking tour. Explore local markets and savor tastings that add up to a full lunch, including tea, fortune cookies, dim sum, crispy Peking duck, and other specialties. Listen to guided commentary and ask questions as you discover the neighborhood's rich culture and flavors.

Enjoy educational sightseeing and delicious tastings in one tour with the help of your guide. Explore San Francisco’s North Beach and Chinatown and eat like a local, sampling coffee, dumplings, gelato, and a few surprises as you go. Learn all about the area’s history while you walk, from the California Gold Rush to *the Godfather.*

Savor the best of Napa and Sonoma wine country with ease on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy scenic photo stops, and visit renowned wineries in Napa and Sonoma. Taste award-winning wines, explore charming Sonoma Plaza, and discover gems that can include Artesa Winery and Madonna Estate. Enjoy guided commentary, round-trip transport, and tastings, making this tour a relaxing and memorable one.

Taste your way through San Francisco's Chinatown, and discover its rich culture, on this walking food tour with a small group. Explore the roads less-taken, and enjoy five different tastings, which can include dim sum, roast duck, and more. Along the way, hear interesting stories about the history of the neighborhood.

Visit Northern California wine country and Muir Woods for a truly fabulous day out. This Super Saver provides two popular tours at one discounted price: Begin with a walk through Muir Woods National Monument, then tour three wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valleys, with tastings included. You’ll also cross the Golden Gate Bridge, with a stop for a photo opportunity. Guests can buy lunch if you haven't upgraded to the gourmet lunch option.

Have dinner with panoramic city views on a San Francisco Bay supper club cruise. Spend time on the water with the twinkling city skyline as your backdrop. Take in the views and enjoy the sea breeze on the exterior decks, cut loose on the dance floor with a DJ spinning top 40 hits, and enjoy a buffet dinner with classic American and international dishes on the menu.

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await your palate, and the stories of Chinese immigrants unfold. This delectable 3-hour experience introduces you to the local community and immerses you in the energetic pulse of the nation's most historic Chinatown. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal provided + Intimate group settings + Explore the hidden alleyways of Chinatown + Immerse in tales from the Gold Rush era + Enjoy premium bubble tea + Savor a time-honored pastry from a local bakery + Step inside the fortune cookie factory + Relish a grand dim sum spread + Delve deep into the world of Chinese tea (30-min) + Sample authentic Cantonese-style duck + Welcoming kids 8+; please inquire about younger This journey offers a profound immersion into Chinatown's lively essence for both the well-traveled and the inquisitive locals. Book your experience today!

Explore Sonoma Valley wine on a small-group tasting tour from San Francisco to boutique wineries, making sightseeing stops along the way. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, enter Sonoma's rolling landscape of golden hills and vineyards, and enjoy a series of guided tastings, learning about Sonoma wine varietals and terroir as you sip. After your time in Sonoma, pause in the artists' colony of Sausalito, with the option to return to San Francisco by ferry for great views across the San Francisco Bay.

Embark on a full-day adventure exploring the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods, Point Reyes Station, Point Reyes National Seashore, then ending with a mead tasting at Heidrun Meadery.

Glide across San Francisco Bay with unlimited mimosas and Champagne on this weekend brunch cruise. Perfect for both locals and visitors, this boat trip offers a new perspective on the city. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, pass Alcatraz Island, and see the city skyline from the deck. As you float along, enjoy a generous, fresh buffet and onboard music to keep the mood festive.

Take a trip to experience the highlights of San Francisco Napa and Sonoma Valley during this exclusive wine tour. From organic boutique vineyards to renowned wineries, delve into the rich history and heritage of California's wine country, getting acquainted with the local culture along the way. Sample exquisite wines, discover grape growing techniques, and savor lunch (own expense) at Sonoma Square with its diverse dining options and unique boutiques.

This experience blends hands-on mixology, local history, and iconic Bay Area views into one memorable San Francisco outing. Hosted inside a historic 1930s Art Deco distillery on Treasure Island, guests enjoy sweeping views of the Bay while learning the craft behind classic whiskey cocktails. During the class, guests shake and stir three iconic drinks — the Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and Paper Plane, while discovering how different whiskeys shape flavor, balance, and aroma. One of the moments guests love most is tasting the first cocktail they’ve made themselves. Even those who say they “don’t usually drink whiskey” are often surprised by how approachable and delicious it can be. Getting here is easy, including a scenic six-minute ferry ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building. Gold Bar Whiskey is the Official Whiskey of the San Francisco 49ers.

Bypass the line and head directly to the gate with your prebooked tickets for this San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise. This sunset cruise takes you across the bay with outstanding views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. Relax while background music sets the tone. Watch the sunset or select a city lights cruise during winter months.

Venture into the heart of San Francisco’s North Beach—lovingly dubbed ‘Little Italy.’ On this food and ghost tour, you’ll weave through a rich culinary landscape while delving into the spine-tingling tales that haunt this iconic district. HIGHLIGHTS: + Full meal included + Unearth the chilling tales of the Gold Rush Era + See the cinematic history of the oldest restaurant in SF + Dive into the captivating history of pizza + Taste famed focaccia bread sandwiches at a bohemian gem + Hear stories of the Beatnik poets + Take a quick sojourn into Haunted Chinatown + Feel history come alive outside North Beach’s oldest bar + See where The Godfather was written + End on a sweet note with a renowned Italian dessert We’ll walk through the neighborhood's hidden corners and explore North Beach's sinister past, local gems, and time-honored establishments. Please note that this tour used to be all pizza, so some reviews might mention that, but we have diversified the menu since then.

With a group of friends or family, it's a real challenge to plan a day touring the rolling hills of wine country. On this daylong, private tour of Napa Valley, don't worry about planning anything. Just collect your group, and hop in a private party bus as you're whisked over the Golden Gate Bridge, to three picturesque wineries. Visit local vineyards, sample regional wines, and even customize the itinerary to visit your favorite producers (with tasting fees at your own expense).

Napa and Sonoma are two top wine growing regions in California, but deciding where to go can be overwhelming. Take the guesswork out on this small-group guided tour from San Francisco. Enjoy convenient pickup and transfers as you visit two wineries for included tastings, with free time in Sonoma Plaza and photo stops along the way.

Skip the stress of planning routes, reservations, and transportation for a day in Wine Country. This private driver-guided experience lets you customize your winery visits while enjoying a relaxed, seamless journey between stops. With expert planning support and door-to-door service, you can focus on the tastings and scenery instead of the logistics.

Sail around the San Francisco Bay and view the city’s iconic sights while enjoying a buffet lunch on this yacht cruise from downtown. Only from the water can you see the city’s skyline and pass right under the Golden Gate Bridge. Load up on both meat and vegetarian entrees, salads, and sweets during your scenic cruise.

North Beach has a thriving restaurant scene, so much so that it can be hard for travelers to discern local gems from tourist traps. This walking tour of the neighborhood—which visits at least five mom-and-pop eateries to sample local and ethnic food—makes it a lot easier. Plus, travel with a guide who helps you experience the history, architecture, and culture of one of San Francisco’s most celebrated neighborhoods.

A visit to California just isn't complete without a day in wine country, but unless you know the wineries well, picking where to visit can be rough. This private Sonoma or Napa Wine Tour with Concierge Service preplans your journey so you don't miss the wineries you want to go to. Plus, you can enjoy the day without worrying about transport.

Explore the culinary side of San Francisco with this private walking and tasting tour. Your guide will take you to spots in the Mission District that you’d never find on your own. You’ll get to hear the history of the vibrant neighborhood while you eat your way through it. Try a mission-style burrito, quesabirria, pan dulce, and much more, so make sure to come hungry.