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North Beach and Little Italy Food Tour in San Francisco
Overview
Welcome to San Francisco's charming enclave known as Little Italy, better known as North Beach by the Bay Area locals. In this walking food tour, your guide will introduce you to this beloved Italian-American neighborhood. As you wander through the streets, you'll be treated to picturesque views of Coit Tower and the iconic Transamerica Pyramid, providing a stunning backdrop for your exploration of local bakeries, delis, coffee shops, and gourmet chocolate boutiques.
During the tour, your guide will facilitate interactions with business owners and artisans, sharing the rich history and culture of the area. Many of the restaurants and bakeries you'll visit have been family-owned for generations, with origins dating back to the early 1900s!
When it comes to this tour, all you need to remember is to arrive with a hearty appetite. With mostly flat sidewalks and a laid-back atmosphere, it's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the authentic San Francisco neighborhood.
What to Expect
3hr Duration
English
Join in group
Meet with guide
- Step into Little Italy and imagine you're in Italy as you sip a fresh cup of cappuccino or espresso
- Savor the flavors of Italian Specialties from Arancini, deli favorites, and more
- Bite into a classic cannoli made from a traditional recipe and baked in the same brick oven for more than a century
- Take your taste buds for a ride as you sample the old-school Molinari Delicatessen, a North Beach staple
- Indulge in a warm and cozy pizza at the Mona Lisa Restaurant
- Venture down Stockton and Green streets to dance along to lively music while learning the Beatnik history
Please select a tour date
Available Options
Join-In Tour
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Food tastings at selected restaurants
Not Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tips and gratuities
- Other personal expenses
- [Departure] meet up at Bank of the West/BMO. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 10:30, 12:00, 14:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Look for the guide at the corner of Green St and Columbus Ave.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Stella Pastry, Molinari Delicatessen, Kick off your tour by visiting old family-owned eateries for some cannolis, deli meats, olives, and more
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, City Lights Booksellers & Publishers, The Beat Museum, Vesuvio, Walk past iconic buildings as you learn about the Beatnik movement
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Z Cioccolato, Indulge in some decadent chocolates at the acclaimed chocolate shop that was even featured on the Cooking Channel
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Little Italy, Taste samples of arancini, pastries, family specialities, and a local pizza
- [Return] at North Beach, You can choose to return at the following times: 13:00, 13:30, 15:00, 17:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
- Day {num}
Eligibility
- Free for children aged 0-1
- Children aged 2+ will be charged the same rate as adults
- Children aged 0-13 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Additional information
- This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Prohibitions & Limitations
- The activity is able to accommodate the following dietary requirements: vegetarian diets / vegan diets
What to bring
- Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Cash / Water bottle
What to wear
- Walking shoes
Accessibility
- This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Address
- Bank of the West/BMO
- 480 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States
- How to get there: By bus: Take the Route 8 or 8BX bus to the Columbus Ave & Green St bus stop and walk for 1-minute to the meet-up location
- Please refer to the map for assistance
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Meet-up information
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Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time
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Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
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Time:
10:00
14:00
How to get there
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By bus: Take 8, 8BX or 41 to Columbus Ave & Green St stop
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By bus: Take 30, 45 or 91 to Stockton St & Columbus Ave stop and walk East to meet up location
Choose from available options above
Cancellation Policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity starts
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
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