North Beach Food & History Walking Tour - Small Group

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San Francisco, USA

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Overview

Join the behind the scenes of the first historical and food tour of North Beach. Enjoy tasting high local foods, see how these culinary delights are made, and learn about all the inside outs of the history of this vibrant neighborhood.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

916 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

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We'll meet you at Sentinel Building (Columbus Tower)

End point

325 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

We'll end our tour at the Stinking Rose

Description

Pass By: Flatiron Building, 540 Market St, San Francisco, California

Our first stop will be at the distinctive copper green Columbus Tower building that was completed in 1907, currently home to Zoetrope film studio since 1972, co-founded by Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas.

Stop At: The National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi, 610 Vallejo St, San Francisco, California 94133

Our second stop will be in the heart of San Francisco's historic North Beach district at Saint Francis of Assisi Church. Your guide will explain the story of the exquisite murals executed by the Italian fin-de-siècle painter and illustrator Luigi Brusatori vividly portrays the life of Saint Francis of Assisi.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Stella Pastry, 446 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Your tour continues with a delicious stop at Stella Pastry, where you will get the chance to taste the Biscotti or Cookie of the day w/coffee or espressoBrief. Our guide will take the opportunity to explain to you all the different baking techniques used to create the various products displayed in the Café.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Washington Square, Union Street and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, California 94133

While you are degusting the pasties and coffee of Stella Caffe, we will visit the surroundings of Washington Square where will talk about the history of the statues in the park our why we there are time capsules buried in the park!

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Golden Boy Pizza, 542 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Our next stop will be at Golden Boy Pizza, where we will have the chance to grab a bite of one of the best pizza in town.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: City Lights Booksellers & Publishers, 261 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Enjoy the inside of this store and learn about rich "beat generation", Jack Kerouac or Allen Ginsberg

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Jack Kerouac Alley, 257 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, California 94133

Have your camera ready to take pictures of the Jack Kerouac Alley, with its well-known murals and gratifies

Stop At: The Stinking Rose, 430 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Be ready for our last stop at the Stinking Rose, a Californian-based restaurant known for its love for garlic: "We season our garlic with food."

Take the chance to taste any garlic delicious or chose a cocktail or a beer to finish this memorable tour

Duration: 15 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 02:00 PM
  • Return Details:

    325 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

What's Included

  • Pastry and Coffee at Stella Café
  • Pizza Slice at Golden Boy Pizza
  • Cokctail or Beer at The Stinking Rose
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Tips

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-2660P63

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