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 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 Kensington Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Located in a good area and at a walking distance to a lot of good food options.
Reviewed on 3 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
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The room was very clean and comfortable. All staff were exceptionally friendly. Our kids enjoyed the heated swimming pool and hot tub. Clean towels available in swimming pool area. The breakfast was the best! Something for each of us and the view while we ate was picture perfect. Compliments to the ...
Reviewed on 1 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
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 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 Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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