Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide

Oakland

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Stay near popular Downtown Berkeley attractions

The Art Museum Pacific Film Archive building with a modern design, located at the corner of a street with a traffic light and pedestrians nearby.

Historic Berkeley

8.8/10 (41 reviews)
Find out about the history of Berkeley with a stop at Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp984.445
per adult
City Sightseeing San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Ferry & Bike Options Available)

Rp1.293.552
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Ferry & Bike Options Available)
San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems

San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems

Rp1.958.294
per adult
San Francisco First Timer Tour Highlights and Hidden Gems
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)

Rp431.184
per adult
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with 20 Stops

San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with guide

Rp1.167.790
per adult
San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with guide
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self Led Exploration

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

Rp269.490
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
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Top hotels in Downtown Berkeley

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is Rp2.161.040 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.161.040
per night
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,457 reviews)
"breakfast was great."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is Rp2.154.787 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp2.154.787
per night
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,723 reviews)
"Hotel location was excellent. The room was clean and well appointed. Breakfast was excellent. We enjoyed to outdoor fire pits."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is Rp2.739.981 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.739.981
per night
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,873 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a few nights."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
The price is Rp1.741.524 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
Rp1.741.524
per night
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St San Francisco CA
The price is Rp1.378.435 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp1.378.435
per night
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is Rp2.710.380 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
Rp2.710.380
per night
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Handlery Union Square Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Find the best Downtown Berkeley areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Albany

Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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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.

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West Oakland

While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide