Bella Vista Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Bella Vista
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
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 Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco Gin Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Bella Vista
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Breakfast is over priced for simple breakfast that is served cold. No microwaves in rooms was an inconvenience for guest having to go down to LL. The pool area was dirty.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The ad I saw said it had a restaurant.. no it does not it has a "grab n go" counter store which is VERY PRICEY 3 donuts and a choc milk $26.00. Check in staff are not very personable, water was not provided at check in was told to come back later and when I did they wanted to charge me for it. 3 ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Great for an over night stay. The room is small but its comfortable. The only down side is that outside around the property there is alot of homeless hanging around which can feel a little uneasy
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Good location
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The room was very clean with great views. The breakfast was also great.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bella Vista
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Chapel of the Chimes and Grand Lake Theater.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
