Upper Rockridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Rockridge
Popular places to visit
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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant 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.
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.
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)
Our pick of the best Upper Rockridge Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"great option and location"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Overall the stay came into the excellent category. A couple of issues needed addressing Initially the receptionist was rushing, a little outdated hotel but in very good condition, We will stay here again if our travel plans bring us back to SF"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"It was great!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Great walkable location"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Very convenient location and close to transit. Super friendly staff and a clean, comfortable room."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"We really enjoyed our stay at your lovely hotel. It was in celebration of our 30th wedding anniversary, and the receptionist did all he could to get us a great room overlooking Coit Tower. This is where I proposed, so it holds a special place in our hearts. That set the stage for the rest of the ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Rockridge
Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
