North Beach Walking Tour: Beatniks in Little Italy by Wild SF Tours



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Duration: 1h 30m
Location: North Beach, San Francisco, CA United States | San Francisco, United States


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Entertaining exploration of North Beach—SF's Little Italy
Tales & anecdotes about Jack Kerouac & the Beat movement
Sights include Caffè Trieste & old haunts of Joe DiMaggio
Chance to learn about the area's gold-prospecting past
Enthusiastic guide leads you in engaging games & songs

Inclusions:
Guided walking tour of North Beach
Live tour commentary provided in English

Description:

Hit the pavement with a passionate local to uncover the secrets and storied past of North Beach—San Francisco’s original bohemia. From waterfront landmarks from the Gold Rush-era to Beatnik hangouts and bookshops, Little Italy is packed with history, charm, and revolutionary inspiration.

Make your way to North Beach to meet up with your guide, an animated and artistic San Franciscan whose enthusiasm for the city is contagious. As you roam past sidewalk Italian cafés, listen to captivating stories about this lively neighborhood’s evolution, from its Barbary Coast days as a seedy hub of gold prospectors, crimpers, and criminals to its 1950s rise as the epicenter of the Beat Generation.

Check out the plaques and literary quotes in Jack Kerouac Alley, glance at the titles of books on display in the window at City Lights, and peek into Caffè Trieste to see if writers like Lawrence Ferlinghetti and Jack Hirschmans are there, reading over a cappuccino. Joe DiMaggio—along with a smattering of local mobsters—was a regular at divey LaRocca’s Corner back in the day, and San Franciscans still flock to North Beach’s bar scene nightly.

As you walk, your guide shares entertaining stories and little-known facts, encouraging you to get to know your group and interact with hilarious games and fun songs. After the tour, there’s no need to leave in a hurry. Head to a local café to continue chatting over snacks or drinks, picking up tips for continuing your exploration of North Beach and the rest of the city on your own.



Cancellation Policy:
Know before you book: Children 4 and younger are complimentary., Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

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