Bella Vista Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bella Vista
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Oakland’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precinct is a waterside square named after one of America’s finest novelists.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
Our pick of the best Bella Vista Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Fast, easy check in. Very convenient having a restaurant located inside the hotel
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room and hotel was clean. The staff was friendly. The hotel was a great location. Couldn’t ask for anything else.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
There was noise from both other rooms and hotel personal working at the corridors. Also, waiting at Laurel Court as a hotel restaurant because of a lot of people visiting the hotel really doesn’t make sense. Room TV is small and very old for long stays. Thank you.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
I had an amazing stay here. The hotel is super quiet and peaceful, which made it really relaxing. The views by the water are absolutely beautiful — perfect for morning walks or just enjoying the scenery. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the overall vibe was calm and refreshing. If you’re ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bella Vista
Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
Uptown Oakland
Well liked for its live music and architecture, Uptown Oakland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Paramount Theatre and Fox Theater, and jump on the metro at 19th St Station to get around the city.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Grand Lake Theater.
Montclair
While Montclair isn't home to many top sights, Chabot Space and Science Center and Mountain View Cemetery are some notable places to visit nearby.
