4.7(3 reviews)
Chinatown Guided Food Tour
From$105
2 hours
Commentary: Guide · cmn, en
Philadelphia, USA
About this activity
Discover the flavors and history of Philadelphia's Chinatown on this guided food tour, sampling diverse cuisines and learning about the area's rich cultural heritage.
Highlights
- Explore Philadelphia's vibrant Chinatown district
- Taste a variety of authentic Asian cuisines
- Learn about the rich cultural heritage of the area
- Visit iconic landmarks like the Chinese Friendship Gate
- Enjoy a guided tour led by knowledgeable local experts
Full description
Join us as we uncover some gems that contribute to Chinatown’s culture and incredible cuisine. We'll taste foods that represent multiple Asian cultures, all from small locally-owned restaurants, and even venture into cultural stores that play a big role in Chinatown. Tasting our way around Chinatown means highlighting multiple communities and countless regional flavors. We’ll cover nearly all corners of the neighborhood while you’re enjoying dumplings, Szechuan, Cantonese, bubble tea, and more. You’re bound to try something new, learn how our Chinatown came to be, and even pick up a new phrase.Not experienced with chopsticks – no problem! This tour can be enjoyed by first-timers, Asian-Americans, and anyone with an appetite for Asian cuisine. Our local tour guide is a Chinese native and can’t wait to share their personal stories, insider tips, and cultural immersion into Philadelphia's amazing Chinatown.
Included / Excluded
- Cantonese snack, dumpling, peking duck, Szechuan, and boba tea. Water provided at all seated stops.
- gratuity
Itinerary
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Explore nearly all corners of Chinatown through a guided adventure that stops in numerous restaurants and includes historic and cultural topics such as Zodiac medallions, city development projects, grocery stores, and cultural shops.
Duration: 2h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- The meeting point is at the Chinese Friendship Gate; plan your arrival accordingly.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking through the city streets.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for varying weather conditions; check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children age 0-2 are free but will not receive food unless a ticket is purchased
Traveler reviews
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City Food Tours Chinatown Tour
Our guide Surge was tremendous! He was friendly, engaging and full of information. The food was awesome. Would absolutely return to the restaurants on our own. Highly recommend this tour!
rickettswMar 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Fantastic
The tour was great! Surge was extremely knowledgeable and paid attention to small details. He made sure that our daughter who has dietary restrictions was comfortable and content with the foods she was offered.
Andrea_KDec 21, 2025VIATOR
A great addition to your plans in Philly!
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Surg. He provided wonderful information, not only about the food and the restaurants, but the area and the history and cultural significance of the dishes.
G1066ZSkirstendMar 16, 2025TRIPADVISOR