North Berkeley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Berkeley
Popular places to visit
Gourmet Ghetto
Gourmet Ghetto is just one of the places to see in Berkeley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
Our pick of the best North Berkeley Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 26 Aug. 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025
Mayflower Hotel
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Other neighbourhoods around North Berkeley
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.
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Berkeley Marina and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.
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.
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.
- Gourmet Ghetto
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- Chase Center
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- Ocean Beach
- Concord Pavilion
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium