Washington Square

Washington Square, in San Francisco

Washington Square is the emblematic square of North Beach, the Italian district of San Francisco. The San Francisco audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this convivial park, dominated by the spires of Saints Peter and Paul Church.

The heart of the Italian district

Washington Square is the green heart of North Beach, the historically Italian district of San Francisco. This pleasant park, one of the oldest of the city, is surrounded by cafés, Italian restaurants and shops, in a convivial and Mediterranean atmosphere. It is dominated by the silhouette of Saints Peter and Paul Church and its two slender spires. A relaxation place prized by the inhabitants, who gather there to rest or practise tai chi, the square embodies all the charm of this lively and warm district.

What to see

Here you enjoy the convivial park surrounded by cafés and Italian restaurants, dominated by the two spires of Saints Peter and Paul Church, in the heart of North Beach. Washington Square embodies the charm of the Italian district of San Francisco. It is a pleasant stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Washington Square lies in the heart of North Beach, in San Francisco, reachable on foot and by public transport. It is a freely accessible public park, on the level; the cafés and restaurants around have their own hours. The square is lively all day, in a convivial atmosphere.

What is Washington Square in San Francisco?

The emblematic park of North Beach, the Italian district, surrounded by cafés and restaurants and dominated by the spires of Saints Peter and Paul Church.

Where is Washington Square?

In the heart of North Beach, in San Francisco, in California.