One of the most historic neighborhoods in San Francisco will soon be celebrating its 150th birthday. Little Italy in the North Beach district is actually the oldest section of the city and is filled with authentic Italian restaurants, institutions that have stood the test of time, and plenty of charm. Recently, the city celebrated with its annual pre-Colombus Day parade. Visit today and you’ll all in love with this charming West Coast neighborhood:
Nestled between Chinatown and the financial district, North Beach is a vibrant area of San Francisco that, ironically, isn’t actually close to the beach at all.
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The main road that characterizes Little Italy is Columbus Avenue, which is often filled with tourists and diners eager to experience some of the authentic restaurants and cafes.
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Few realize that San Francisco was actually developed by Italian immigrants in the 1840s. Institutions such as Ghirardelli opened shop in the nearby Fisherman’s Wharf.
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Visitors today are enchanted by the Italian coffees and entrees, although there’s much more to this colorful neighborhood than food and drink.
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When you visit, be sure to climb to the top of the Coit Tower. This 210-foot architectural wonder provides a sweeping 360-degree view of the city.
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What are your thoughts on San Fransisco’s Little Italy? If you’ve visited recently, we’d love to hear about your experience there!
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