Levi Strauss, San Francisco

Levi Strauss, San Francisco

Levi Strauss jean was created in San Francisco in 1853 and made popular during the California Gold Rush. Today Levi Strauss is a global icon and Levi's jeans are loved by people from all walks of life.

Levi's jeans are known for being sturdy and durable, and they last a long time. Moreover, the fabric used for Levi's jeans are malleable and flexible, which allows you to easily move. Over one and half centuries, Levi's jeans have never gone out of fashion. They are trendy and also look good.

More likely than not, you have owned a pair Levi's jean at some point. So when you are in San Francisco, why not stop by Levi's flagship store on Market Street to check out its latest offers. The location of the store itself is historic, just just across Stockton Street from where the founder Levi Strauss lived from 1863 to 1864. A wall display in the store shows the evolution of the famed 501 series from late 1800s to present date.

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Sight Name: Levi Strauss
Sight Location: San Francisco, USA (See walking tours in San Francisco)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.3 Km or 3.3 Miles
Castro District Walking Tour

Castro District Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles
Chinatown Walking Tour

Chinatown Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.2 Km or 0.7 Miles
Union Square Walking Tour

Union Square Walking Tour

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One of the prominent landmarks in...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.5 Km or 0.9 Miles
Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour

Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour

If it's a hot, sunny day or the one filled with San Francisco's iconic fog, a walk through Fisherman's Wharf can feel quite special all the same. Sure, you'll be surrounded by tourists, but the smells of good food and the sights of a legendary seaport (the one where a few lovingly preserved, historic vessels are still docked and open to visitors) will make you happy.

At the...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
North Beach Walking Tour

North Beach Walking Tour

North Beach is one of the oldest neighborhoods in San Francisco, known as San Francisco's Little Italy. Bursting with history, culture, and diverse attractions, this fun area features a great mix of architecture, museums, restaurants, and old shops.

Perhaps the most iconic landmark here is the Transamerica Pyramid, a distinctive skyscraper that has become a symbol of the city's...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles

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