Kensington Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Kensington
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.
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.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco Gin Cocktail Class Views and Gin History
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Kensington
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean hotel thats conveniently located. The pool is not heated, our family thought it was.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location and price. Best part of our stay was the staff especially Darwin and Joyce who assisted us with the check-in process and getting to places we need to go. Their cheerful and kind attitude is really refreshing especially after the stressful travel, they are both really sincere with how ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Awesome staff awesome service great breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
This is the worst place to stay, the area is horrible (many homeless & drug addicts). The cleaning lady didn’t clean my room one day but when I look on the bed there’s like gravel, sheets weren’t changed just not clean. Would not recommend
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Room too small
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The location is great but July room was a bit run down. Smelled like cigarettes and bathroom was disappointing. The fan switch did not work and the shower was hard to regulate the temperature.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 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 Cesar Chavez Park 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.
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.
