Rockridge Travel Guide
Oakland

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 entertainment choices 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 City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Rockridge

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Extensive breakfast menu
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great convenient location , no surprises. Clean room comfortable bed, nice to be upgraded to a king bed room. Nice to have pool and sauna.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We loved our stay in San Francisco! They staff was so kind, considerate and helpful. The breakfast they offer is phenomenal and it’s included in the price! If we ever are back in SF we willl stay with them again!!!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Went out did not visit the restaurant
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Hotel Julian
La tensión del personal es excelente, sólo que cuando llegamos algo pasó con la calefacción del agua porque no había agua caliente para dársela la ducha, pero las repararon unas horas después este es mi segunda vez en el hotel Julián y lo mismo opine en la primera vez que lo que haría mejor, sus ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating from our first arrival. Hotel is in a beautiful setting right on the water. My family members enjoyed the pool and sauna immensely. Would definitely recommend and look forward to staying again.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rockridge

Shafter
While you're in Shafter, take in top sights like Temescal Farmers' Market and jump on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the city.

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.

Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.

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.

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.

