CHINATOWN, RUSSIAN HILL & NORTH BEACH
This four mile loop weaves through the oldest Chinatown in the U.S., climbs from the Cable Car Museum to the peak of Russian Hill, and cruises along the Italian enclave of North Beach to the Mecca of Beatnik culture. Beginning at the Friendship Gate, we’ll travel through the colorful alleys of Chinatown, then ascend Russian Hill, winding through the whimsical, verdant Macondray Lane. Then, coast through North Beach and enjoy the traditional trattoria patios, old-school bars, and handmade cuisine that bring the historic Italian charm to life. We’ll check out City Lights Bookstore, Vesuvio Cafe, and other landmarks of the 'Beat' Generation before ending our loop back at the Friendship Gate.
Quick Details
- Total Time: 3.5 hours
- Difficulty: Hills and one large staircase
- Distance: 4.26 mi / 6.85 km
- Snack stops for local bites!
Highlights include:
- The First Chinese Temple in America
- Cable Car Powerhouse
- Russian Hill Panoramas
- Whimsical Macondray Lane
- San Francisco’s Beatnik Mecca
Schedule: Please See Calendar
Price: Adult $65 Child $30
ITINERARY
At the Powerhouse we'll see what makes the fabled cable cars tick, then ascend Russian Hill, winding through the whimsical, verdant Macondray Lane––one of the City's most beautiful hidden streets and the basis for Barbary Lane in Armistead Maupin's colorful fiction series Tales of the City.
Coast through North Beach and enjoy the traditional trattoria patios, old-school bars, and handmade cuisine that bring the historic Italian charm to life. We’ll check out City Lights Bookstore, Vesuvio Cafe, and other landmarks of the 'Beat' Generation before ending our loop back at the Friendship Gate.
Snack Stops: Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, Golden Boy Pizza or Tony's Slice House, & Stella Pastry
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