Kensington Travel Guide
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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-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.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Tours PLUS Night Tour
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flyer, 7D Ride, & Laser Maze Ticket
Ultimate San Francisco Tour Pass with All Major Sites Package
Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location, very pleasant staff, excellent free breakfast, comfortable beds and very clean. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very nice customer service, hotel location was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
breakfast food was ok, but selection was limited (no bacon, no sausage)
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Kitchen has no cookware. Nice room tho
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean, nice staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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.
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