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Mission District Food and Culture Tour

Eat your heart out in SF

When 12:30 PM Thursday-Sunday
Duration 2 hours
Meeting Point Café La Bohème

$39 per adult €38 per adult £31 per adult C$56 per adult A$62 per adult

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$39 per adult

€38 per adult

£31 per adult

C$56 per adult

A$62 per adult

Check Availability

$39 per adult €38 per adult £31 per adult C$56 per adult A$62 per adult

Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds

Check Availability

Book Now

Taste authentic Latin cuisine, from pupusas to cactus tacos to pan dulce.
Enjoy larger portions and variety at each stop than your standard food tour.
Explore 24th Street, AKA El Corazón de la Mission, with a local expert.
Marvel at the colorful street murals and learn their meaning.
Learn about the lowrider culture and how it’s evolved over the years.
Hear how Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera influenced the Mission.
Discover vibrant local businesses that support the community.
Take advantage of all the Instagram-worthy photo ops along the way.

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What you'll do

The Mission District is one of the country’s best cultural and culinary neighborhoods, and no part of San Francisco has a more vibrant food scene than the Mission.

In two hours, your expert guide will take you back in time with this ...

The Mission District is one of the country’s best cultural and culinary neighborhoods, and no part of San Francisco has a more vibrant food scene than the Mission.

In two hours, your expert guide will take you back in time with this interactive San Francisco food tour of our Latinx community. Be entertained by amazing stories and surprising local history while dining on some of the most authentic flavors this city has to offer.

Be sure to bring $30 in cash to hand to your guide at the start of the tour. They’ll cover the food at each stop, and paying in cash helps us guarantee better service and portions at these local Mission District spots, making it a better value compared to other SF food tours.

This walking tour visits several of SF’s coolest historic sights, a thriving arts district filled with murals, and of course, a few select restaurants. That means it’s perfect for history buffs, art lovers and foodies. Come hungry. Bring your camera. And get ready to dig into all SF has to offer.

Itinerary

Café La Bohème

Our meeting point, outside one of the oldest coffee shops in the city. where you’ll learn about Carlos Santana and his connection to the neighborhood
Taqueria San Jose

For a tasting of the famous Mission-style burrito as you discover why it’s so popular at this award-winning family-owned spot that’s been serving them since 1980
Cyprus Alley

A fixture in the Mission District, filled with colorful murals
Mixcoatl

A gift shop owned by Mexican artists featuring authentic, handmade crafts
Frida portrait

A mural of artist Frida Kahlo, where you’ll hear about her connection to San Francisco
La Vaca Birria

Featuring a sample of melt-in-your-mouth quesabirria as you learn about this delicious backstory
Balmy Alley

The birthplace of the mural movement in America
Eterna Primavera

Ending on a sweet note with a freshly baked conchita

Refund policy

We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Tour ending point

Our tour will end at Balmy Alley.

Food

Your prepaid ticket covers the walking tour. Be sure to bring $30 in cash to cover food. Paying in cash lets us offer more food for less money.

Dynamic and happy guide. Walk through different streets that we won't go naturally. See a lots of murals. I recommend it

— Karyne

Excellent culture and food experience

I’m so pleased we booked this tour! Eric’s commentary and passion for the area, its history, and the murals was what made the tour for us. He was so knowledgeable and his love for the area was clear.

Ann

Great tour of the Mission district

Eric was a wonderful and attentive guide. He grew up in the area and was able to give us firsthand information about the Mission. In addition, the food experience was delicious! We would highly recommend this tour to friends.

Diane

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside Café La Bohème. The address is 3318 24th St., San Francisco, CA 94110.

How much walking is there?

Guests should be prepared to walk just over half a mile. Comfortable shoes are recommended. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.

Are food and drinks included?

Your ticket covers the walking tour portion of this experience. Please bring $30 in cash to give to your guide to cover food throughout the tour. By paying in cash, our group gets bigger portions at a better rate.

Are vegetarian or other dietary options available?

We can accommodate vegetarian and vegan diets but not gluten-free at this time.

Are drinks included?

All the food will be served with water and, at times, a non-alcoholic beverage.

Where can I park?

There is metered parking along the street throughout the area.

When should I get there?

Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, this tour is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

What if it rains?

Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.

Are gratuities included?

Tips aren’t expected but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.

What is the cancellation policy?

We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren’t eligible for refunds or rescheduling.