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Exploring the Rich History of Chinatown, California: A Two-Hour Walking Tour

This two-hour walking tour of Chinatown, California, United States, will take you through the vibrant streets of this historic neighborhood. You'll start your tour at the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco, located at 750 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). Here, you'll learn about the history of Chinatown and the Chinese-American experience.

Next, you'll head to the Chinese Historical Society of America, located at 965 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of Chinese Americans.

From there, you'll make your way to the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Company, located at 56 Ross Alley, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). Here, you can watch the fortune cookies being made and purchase some to take home.

Next, you'll head to the Tin How Temple, located at 125 Waverly Place, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This temple is the oldest Chinese temple in the United States and is dedicated to the worship of the goddess of the sea.

After that, you'll make your way to the Chinatown Gate, located at Grant Avenue and Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This iconic gate marks the entrance to Chinatown and is a great photo opportunity.

Next, you'll head to the Chinese Telephone Exchange, located at 845 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA 94133 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This building was the first telephone exchange in the United States to be operated by Chinese Americans.

From there, you'll make your way to the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association, located at 843 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This building is the oldest Chinese organization in the United States and is dedicated to helping the Chinese-American community.

Next, you'll head to the Great China Restaurant, located at 845 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This restaurant is a great place to sample some of the best Chinese food in the city.

Finally, you'll make your way to the Golden Gate Bakery, located at 1029 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 (37.7950° N, 122.4050° W). This bakery is famous for its delicious egg tarts and other Chinese pastries.

At the end of your tour, you'll have experienced the sights, sounds, and flavors of Chinatown. You'll have a better understanding of the history and culture of this vibrant neighborhood.

Chinatown California United States Tour Companies

Red Monkey Walking Travel

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Setness Tours

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KGAY Travel

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