Food Tour of the Mission District in San Francisco CA with Private Guide

Travel CuriousMexican Liberty Bell at Mission Dolores ParkSan Francisco, CA 94114
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Total Price: $570.18 (USD)
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Overview

Taste the vibrant flavors of the Mission District in San Francisco, CA, on this private guided San Francisco food tour. Savor diverse culinary delights, from street food to fine dining, as you explore the district’s rich cultural tapestry and iconic murals. Perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic experience.

up to 3 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Sample food at 4 distinct locations, each offering unique flavors.
  • Learn about the history, culture, and vibrant street art of the Mission District.
  • The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is conducted in English.
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with your own private guide.
  • This is a walking tour, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
  • Please inform your guide of any dietary restrictions at the start of the tour.
  • Tours operate rain or shine, so dress accordingly.
  • The tour begins at the Mexican Liberty Bell in Mission Dolores Park.

Description

Experience the famous Latin culture and cuisine of the Mission District in San Francisco, known for its vibrant artsy and bohemian lifestyle on this delicious food-tasting tour of this historic district.

On your private tour, you will:
  • Enjoy the personalized attention of your private guide.
  • Explore the trendy and historic Mission District of San Francisco while tasting its culinary delights, with its Spanish and Mexican influences and traditions.
  • Begin in the lush and verdant Mission Dolores Park, popular with locals, and learn about the origins of the city dating back to the 18th century.
  • Enjoy a piping hot Spanish empanada, or a delicious pupusa, a thick griddle-cake from El Salvador.
  • See the Mission’s Saint Francis of Assisi building, the oldest intact building in the city, dating back to the Spanish era.
  • Walk around the Clarion Alley Mural Project - a public space dedicated to socially engaged and innovative art, founded by a collective of resident artists.
  • See one of San Francisco's largest and most well-known street art installations, MaestraPeace at the Women's Building.
  • Rest your legs at a seated tasting at a taquería, where you will enjoy a variety of tapas-style bites.
  • Your tour finishes at a local panadería (bakery) where you will learn about Mexican sweetbreads and other baked foods popular with the locals of the Mission District.

Experience the vibrant arty, bohemian lifestyle and delicious culinary gems of San Francisco's trendy Mission District, where you’ll learn about the first peoples who lived in the area for two thousand years before Spanish colonization, and how the area developed from the 18th century. Enjoy contemporary, colorful art installations and murals, and of course indulge in several delicious tastings, to get a real 'flavor' of the neighborhood!

You’ll begin with a stroll around Mission Dolores Park – one of San Francisco’s most popular parks with 16 acres of lush lawns and tall palm trees. It is the vibrant heart of this culturally diverse area. Your first tasting will be a delicious option of a piping hot empanada, a breaded pastry turnover with filling (it literally means em-breaded), or a delicious pupusa, a thick griddlecake from El Salvador and Honduras.

Wander around the district and see the Mission St Francis of Assisi, the oldest building. Walk down Clarion Alley with its flamboyant mural project for socially-engaged and innovative art, and the Women’s Building, a veritable institution in the Mission District, featuring the MaestraPeace, one of San Francisco's largest and best-known murals.

For the last century, the neighborhood has continued to evolve, and you will see the evidence of it in the architecture and street art - both of which continue to attract travelers and locals to it. Admire the amazingly colorful and famous Balmy Alley murals, and absorb the incredible Latino Culture of the Mission District and its rich variety and traditions of cuisine. Enjoy the trendy shopping streets and outdoor pavement cafe culture – and rest your legs with a sit-down stop at a local taquería, for a delicious tasting of a variety of tapas-style bites.

Your guide will show you the 24th street corridor, with the most beautiful examples of local Chicano public art, import stores, and authentic panaderías (Mexican bakeries) – where you will of course stop to sample a local favorite sweet bread and end your tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Food Tour of the Mission District, San Francisco with Private Guide

What is included in the ticket price?

The ticket includes food tastings at 4 locations and a private guide for you and your group. Gratuities and additional food or drinks are not included.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts for approximately 3 hours.

Where does the tour start?

You will meet your guide by the Mexican Liberty Bell in Mission Dolores Park, at the intersection of Dolores Street and 19th Street.

What type of food will we taste?

You'll enjoy a variety of foods ranging from street food to more formal cuisine, reflecting the diverse culinary scene of the Mission District. Enjoy Spanish empanada, or a delicious pupusa, a thick griddle-cake from El Salvador.

What should I wear?

Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Will the tour run if it rains?

Yes, the tour runs rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.

Is there parking available nearby?

Parking is available in the vicinity, but it is advisable to use public transportation due to limited parking spaces.