Northside 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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
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
Half Day San Francisco City Overview Tour
Top hotels in Northside
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean place. With good breakfast. Stay four nights but the room just clean twice. No bottle water supply except two from front desk. No hot water boiling kettle in room. Room electronic such as phone, alarm clock, iron etc stay in last century old fashion style. Only the newer equippment is the flat ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
We just completed our stay at the Holiday Inn Golden Gateway. Our room was very comfortable and clean with a beautiful view of the San Francisco skyline. The hotel is right at the start of the cable car route on California Avenue which made it a fun way to get around the city.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Elevators could be renovated, nothing major
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
very clean room and the staff are nice, but no small fridge in the room. That's the only negative point for me
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The Handlery has maintained some of the original character of the hotel while updating for modern convenience. The staff are polite, helpful, and very accommodating. The rooms are comfortable and quiet, and the convenience and proximity to downtown and restaurants makes it very walkable inconvenient. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Room was clean, but common areas were consistently messy. The common areas are a fun amenity for those looking to work a remote 9-5 from there, but if you plan on using them I’d prepare to clean up your own area (BYO cleaning wipes). Rooms are small but efficient enough. Gym is better than expected, ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Telegraph District
If you're spending some time in Telegraph District, Telegraph Avenue and Zellerbach Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
