Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Berkeley which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a sunset

Popular places to visit

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Historic Berkeley

Find out about the history of Berkeley with a stop at Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Historic Berkeley
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Berkeley Repertory Theater

You can make plans for a show at Berkeley Repertory Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Berkeley Repertory Theater
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Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

Discover works by Rubens, Pollock and Warhol and watch movies by international filmmakers at this museum of the University of California.

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
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Jack London Square

3/5(6 reviews)

Oakland’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precinct is a waterside square named after one of America’s finest novelists.

Jack London Square
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University of California, Berkeley

4/5(14 reviews)

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.

University of California, Berkeley
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Oracle Arena

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Catch an event at Oracle Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Oracle Arena

Activities

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Best of North Berkeley Food Tour

AU$196
Per adult
Best of North Berkeley Food Tour
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Berkeley: Guided Wine Tasting with Local Sommelière

AU$264
Per adult
Berkeley: Guided Wine Tasting with Local Sommelière
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Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Berkeley by Zombie Scavengers

AU$30
Per adult
Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Berkeley by Zombie Scavengers
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2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Berkeley

AU$30
Per adult
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Berkeley
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Berkeley: Mobile Scavenger Hunt City Exploration Game

AU$30
Per adult
Berkeley: Mobile Scavenger Hunt City Exploration Game
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Airplane Napa Valley Flight Tour

AU$467
Per adult
Airplane Napa Valley Flight Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Berkeley Hotel Deals

King George Hotel
King George Hotel
3 out of 5
334 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$159 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$159
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,486 reviews)
Good stay
"Staff was so great, the lobby area was wonderful and very comfortable. The room was good but it did have a lot of “city noise” that I am less accustomed to so sleep was a little tough. Overall still a good experience."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

King George Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$232 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$232
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,479 reviews)
"I liked the fact that you can have an early check-in for a reasonable fee. This was very convenient for us. We were able to check-in at 10am."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$355 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$355
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,854 reviews)
"Will stay here again"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$249 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$249
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,149 reviews)
"Second time at the RIU and it was great. Got a free room upgrade at check in. My favourite part about this hotel. Staff are friendly and efficient at check in. Location is amazing so close to Pier 39 and very walkable. Breakfast is included and it’s so good. Beds are super comfortable and give me ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$211 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$211
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,607 reviews)
"For the price, you get what you paid for. But for minor inconveniences like a bathroom bidet or free breakfast included from payment, it may be what you'd want for your hotel stay here. Still a good stay overall."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The Marker San Francisco
The Marker San Francisco
4 out of 5
501 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$196 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$196
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

The Marker San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Berkeley

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Central Berkeley

Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Repertory Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central Berkeley
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South Berkeley

While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

South Berkeley
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Elmwood

While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.

Elmwood
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North Berkeley

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.

North Berkeley
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Southwest Berkeley

While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.

Southwest Berkeley
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Upper Telegraph

While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Upper Telegraph

Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide

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