North Beach: Gourmet Ghost Tour in San Francisco

34 Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 34 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | San Francisco, USA

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Overview

Venture into the heart of San Francisco’s North Beach—lovingly dubbed ‘Little Italy.’ On this food and ghost tour, you’ll weave through a rich culinary landscape while delving into the spine-tingling tales that haunt this iconic district.

HIGHLIGHTS:
+ Full meal included
+ Unearth the chilling tales of the Gold Rush Era
+ See the cinematic history of the oldest restaurant in SF
+ Dive into the captivating history of pizza
+ Taste famed focaccia bread sandwiches at a bohemian gem
+ Hear stories of the Beatnik poets
+ Take a quick sojourn into Haunted Chinatown
+ Feel history come alive outside North Beach’s oldest bar
+ See where The Godfather was written
+ End on a sweet note with a renowned Italian dessert

We’ll walk through the neighborhood's hidden corners and explore North Beach's sinister past, local gems, and time-honored establishments.

Please note that this tour used to be all pizza, so some reviews might mention that, but we have diversified the menu since then.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

San Remo Hotel, 2237 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

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Meet outside - it's haunted!

End point

Caffe Trieste, 601 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Description

Pass By: North Beach, San Francisco, California

A Stroll Through the Past: With a ghostly chill in the air, we’ll embark on a brisk historical walk through the neighborhood’s hidden corners. Along this path, we’ll peel back the layers of North Beach’s sinister past that still haunt its streets today.

Stop At: San Remo Hotel, 2237 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Our gourmet ghost tour starts with a haunted visit to the San Remo Hotel’s restaurant, the area’s oldest and eeries restaurant. Here, we discuss the resident ghosts while sampling the Italian fair.

Duration: 20 minutes

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

Our next destination is the iconic Washington Square Park, where we’ll taste focaccia bread sandwiches at a beloved bohemian gem.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: The Saloon, 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, California 94133

We stop outside North Beach’s most venerable landmark, the Saloon. This time-honored establishment traces back to the 1800s with stories of kidnapped sailors not to be missed.

Note of caution: 21+ and older to enter.

Stop At: Il Casaro Pizzeria, 348 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Here, we don’t just savor slices; we delve into the cheesy history of pizza, offering a delightful and tasty interlude. Our most lighthearted stop of the evening.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Condor Club, 560 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Here, we learn a more modern ghost tale, ripped from the headlines in the 1980's.

Stop At: Chinatown, Grant Avenue, San Francisco, California 94108

Full, we embark on a short journey to mysterious Chinatown. We’ll explore additional haunted locations in its labyrinth of streets.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: City Lights Booksellers, 261 Columbus Ave, North Beach, San Francisco, California 94133

Here we learn stories of the famous poets who walked the streets of North Beach including Bob Dylan, Jack Kerouac, and Lawrence Ferlinghetti.

Stop At: Caffe Trieste, 601 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

Our haunting journey culminates with a dessert stop at a local watering hole renowned for its ties to the Beatnik era. Note our dessert location is subject to change.

Duration: 20 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: 3 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 04:00 PM
  • Return Details:

    Caffe Trieste, 601 Vallejo St., San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

What's Included

  • We include a full meal and dessert
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Contact us for drink packages

What To Bring

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

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-89473P3

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