San Francisco
Explore the hip Mission district
Neighborhood Discoveries • 4 hours
5.0
(6)
Explore the hip Mission district
Larger than life street art, fusion food from food trucks and a loud (and proud) character.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Immerse yourself in the hip district known for its street art and Latin American flavors
- Your experience, your pace - a leisurely stroll stopping at coffee roasteries and bakeries, or squeeze as much in as you can (take your coffee to go)
- Indulge in the local food scene - food trucks and Latin American flavors rule the roost
- Enjoy the diversity around you with multicultural influences in the wall murals, backstreets and local Latino markets
- Get recommendations from your host about other neighborhoods that might suit your style, over an artisanal doughnut and creamy ice cream.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
4 hours with your host
A private and personalized experience
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
The Mission! Cool name huh?
Things are off to a pretty good start, but it gets even better, trust us. You’ll join one of our local San Fran hosts as they take you on a journey through an eclectic neighborhood that’s certainly not shy about showing off its character.
Known for its vibrant street art and larger-than-life murals, bakeries and coffee roasteries, and Latin American flavors in its rooftop restaurants, taquerias, and food trucks, there’s never a dull moment here.
You’ll soon discover the history and personality of this vibrant district, with a bonus - it’s a local who’s showing the ropes. Check out Clarion Alley and Balmy Avenue, whose murals date back over 30 years and bring to life the neighborhoods’ history.
Oh, one more thing: shopping. You could find yourself wandering through local Latino markets, past street vendors, and into stores selling luchador masks, making you feel like you’ve been transported to the streets of Mexico City.
And now we’re sure you’ve been sold on a trip to The Mission.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Ann
Mar 2019
6 of us had a great afternoon with Kathy. She is so knowledgeable and provided lots of vignettes and stories as well as the history of the MIssion District. We walked and visited where locals hung out, ate great local delicacies and Kathy was really helpful in pointing out interesting places, facts and photo opportunities. Our Instagram is now filled with #missiondistrict This is highly recommended! Kathy is definitely 6 stars up!
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Dana
Jul 2018
We LOVED this 'experience'! Definitely will be booking again!
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Sobrina
Jun 2025
Maria was very experienced and well versed in food and wine. She knew how to choose great samples and based on the person’s personal preferences, add the appropriate food pairings to bring out the wine flavorings. She was personable and professional.
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Kathie
May 2025
Maria gave us one of the best experiences we had in San Francisco! Her foodie tour through Chinatown and North Beach was absolutely fantastic — a perfect mix of incredible food, rich history, and great company. She was so knowledgeable about both the history and current culture of San Francisco, which added so much depth to the tour. From hidden gems to iconic bites, every stop was thoughtfully chosen and absolutely delicious. We had plenty to eat with a wide variety of flavors — from savory dumplings to decadent Italian pastries. Maria’s passion for the city and its food scene really shines through. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to eat well and learn a lot in the process!
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Khamaria
May 2025
Personable and friendly
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Jean
Mar 2025
Wonderful day walking around the city with John who knew the city and its history. We loved seeing the city from his perspective all the alleys and historic spots. Best possible way to get to know the city.
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