Central Berkeley Travel Guide
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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 Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Central Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
It was a great location. There was a whole foods 1 block away for when I didn't want to eat out and plenty of restaurant options close by. It felt like a good/safe neighbourhood.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Internet did not work. Toilet handle did not work. Room smelled
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Breakfast was fantastic and well managed. Room was nice and they accommodated us by putting both rooms on the same floor. The location was awesome! It was in walking distance to the Piers and shopping and restaurants. I love the RIU brand and have stayed at several of their locations.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Room was immaculate and quiet, and everything worked as expected.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
very clean, nice and pretty
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
It was excellent good experience
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Berkeley
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.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
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.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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.
