North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

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North Beach & Little Italy Walking Tour: Food, History & Flavor

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Overview

Definitely one for the food lovers, the Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour is a glimpse into the blend of culture and cuisine of San Francisco. Stroll amongst the cafes and bakeries of North Beach, San Francisco's own Little Italy.

Named one of the 15 best foodie tours in the USA by U.S. News and World Report (March 2018)

From the cafés and restaurants, to the smell of fresh-baked pastries in the air. Just when you think you can't feel any more romantic, you discover quaint shops with incredible crafts and ceramics that fill you with a sense of awe. We explore the life of North Beach, as we join family artisans kneading love into every pastry or dish. And just when you think that you can't be in any more of food heaven, we visit real coffee shops. And if that was not enough, we uncover authentic Italian cathedrals where hundreds of couples have felt their heartstrings tug.

Activity location

Little Italy
- San Francisco, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

480 Columbus Ave
- 480 Columbus Avenue
- 94133, San Francisco, California, United States

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Tour

3h
English

Tour: Walking tour of San Francisco including Little Italy and North Beach

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:30am

Price details

$86.00 x 1 Adult$86.00

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What's included, what's not

Savor local Italian specialties like arancini, deli favorites, and more beloved North Beach bites.
Indulge in Award-Winning Chocolate from Z. Cioccolato – One of America’s Top Chocolatiers
Relax with a slice of pizza a local favorite in the heart of North Beach.
Enjoy fresh focaccia sandwiches from Mario’s, a longtime neighborhood favorite in North Beach.
Bite into a fresh cannoli from Stella Pastry, which has been making cannoli since 1942
Feel like you're in Italy as you sip a fresh cappuccino or espresso in the heart of North Beach.
Savor North Beach – All Food & Non-Alcoholic Drinks Included
Explore with a local guide from a trusted SF company and uncover the city’s hidden gems.
Taste samples from the old-school Molinari Delicatessen, a beloved North Beach staple since 1896.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Same day reservations available
ATTENTION: Each Youth or Child registration requires an Adult registration

Activity itinerary

Little Italy (Pass by)

North Beach awakens your senses, from the cafes and restaurants, to the smell of fresh-baked bread in the air. Discover quaint shops with crafts and ceramics from around the world. Delve into North Beach life as you join family bakers kneading love into every loaf of bread. Just when you think you have reached food heaven, you'll come across coffee shops which roast fresh coffee beans daily. And if that was not enough, you will uncover authentic Italian cathedrals where hundreds of couples have felt their heartstrings tug!

Little Italy (Pass by)

And, as you taste everything from great coffee, truffles, breads, olive oil, specialty meats, and more, you'll learn how the food is made and what to look for back home. "Best Tour for 2011" - San Francisco Bay Guardian "Top 10 Walking Tours for Globetrotting Foodies - 2013" - Lonely Planet

Little Italy

Start fresh with a cappuccino or espresso Begin your North Beach food and walking tour with an espresso, cappuccino, or tea. Your guide gets you acquainted with what's in store as you sip a freshly roasted cup of your choice.

Molinari Delicatessen

Visit two of San Francisco's oldest eateries On this tour, you get to visit two food institutions, Stella Pastry and Molinari Delicatessen, both located in the heart of North Beach. Expect generous samples of cannolis, deli meats, olives, and more. Both are owned and operated by the families to this day.

Little Italy

Walk in the footsteps of the Beat generation North Beach hums with history of the Beatnik movement. Hear stories of Jack Kerouac, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, and Allen Ginsberg and their time here. San Francisco Chronicle columnist, Herb Caen, coined the term "Beatnik" back in 1958 to describe the group of artists, poets, musicians, and writers who claimed North Beach as their home. Expect to pass City Lights Bookstore, the Beat Museum, and Vesuvio Cafe.

Z. Cioccolato

Stop at one of the best chocolate shops in the United States Another highlight: a stop at the acclaimed Z. Cioccolato on Columbus Avenue for decadent chocolates. Their fudge has been featured on the Cooking Channel. Expect a special sampling of popular picks and shop favorites.

Steps of Rome Trattoria

Expect Italian food favorites During this portion of the North Beach walking tour, experience the friendliness of this neighborhood through its rich and delectable foods. Expect samples from arancini, pastries, North Beach family specialties, and of course local pizza.

Location

Activity location

Little Italy
- San Francisco, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

480 Columbus Ave
- 480 Columbus Avenue
- 94133, San Francisco, California, United States

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