Melting Pot of the Mission District Food Tour
Overview
Learn the diverse and unique story of San Francisco through food and history. San Francisco has been the epicenter of change. From the hippie movement of the 60s to the current gentrification taking place with the tech boom.
We’ve narrowed down some of the best locally owned, small restaurants in San Francisco. These are our favorite places to bring friends and family when we are trying to impress them with our local expertise on the food scene. Once booked, this tour will include tastings and the history of the neighborhood. So, bring comfortable shoes and a hungry stomach, as you'll be visiting some of these locations and more!
What's Included
- Well Researched History
- Outstanding Local Foods
- Local Guide
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic Drinks
Meeting Location
Dolores St & 19th St
San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Mission Dolores Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bi-Rite Creamery
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Women's Building Mural (pass by)
Dandelion Chocolate
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Taqueria El Buen Sabor
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La Copa Loca Gelato
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-167186P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- Well Researched History.
- Outstanding Local Foods.
- Local Guide.
- Gratuity.
- Alcoholic Drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Melting Pot of the Mission District Food Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Melting Pot of the Mission District Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Well Researched History
- Outstanding Local Foods
- Local Guide
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
