Bella Vista Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bella Vista
Popular places to visit
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.
Jack London Square
Oakland’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precinct is a waterside square named after one of America’s finest novelists.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Weird and wonderful animals, from frogs and otters to giraffes and sun bears, await at this animal park that even has its own roller coaster.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
Our pick of the best Bella Vista Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Amazing hotel! Will definitely be coming back to stay here. Amazing views from the rooms!"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Families from other parts of California and Washington gathered here for a Celebration of Life service. The location was convenient, including for restaurant options. Parking was safe and secure; and it was a nice option to have the California Street Cable Car just around the block from the hotel ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"I like the neighbourhood, it’s so close to everything what I need to do."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Great stay and location. Staff are as friendly as they get paid for (bit doing anything extra friendly for free lol which is fine) and at some point the fire alarm went off but no one made sure everyone was out. They just closed the door (not lock) where the elevator was. I took the elevator and ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"This hotel has zero amenities. You cannot even use a cart to take your luggage upstairs without calling a bellhop. When the room was cleaned, the sheets were not changed just pulled two. There was black mold around the counter of the sink and along where the caulking should be in the bathtub. It ..."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Bella Vista
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Repertory Theater and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley 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 Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
