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

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3 hours
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1 - 15 guests
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Explore San Francisco's vibrant culinary scene with our Little Italy and North Beach Walking Tour. Savor authentic pastries, bask in the aroma of fresh coffee, and experience true Italian culture.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.

What You Get

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.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Good To Know

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

What You’ll Experience

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
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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.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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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.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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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.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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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.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
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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.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

480 Columbus Ave, Columbus Avenue, San Francisco County California, United States, US, 94133

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We meet at the corner at of Columbus Avenue and Green Street at 480 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 (the same corner as the BMO Bank\Bank of the West). It is across the street from the Bank of America. Please arrive on time, we will not be able to accommodate late arrivals.
End Point

353 Columbus Ave, Columbus Avenue, San Francisco County California, United States, US, 94133

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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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