Piedmont 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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
San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure
Top hotels in Piedmont
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Breakfast was amazing.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
My second time here and it was just as great as last time! Pay up for corner room. Totally worth it.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Be close to the ocean and trollers station as well very modern facility and nice bar
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The hotel was lovely and clean. The housekeeping staff was very polite - we were only there two days so we didn’t require any service. What I found to be consistently lacking was any warmth or welcoming manner from the front desk staff (evening weekend) and the person who, I’m guessing, is supposed ...
Reviewed on 4 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 Piedmont
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Cathedral of Christ the Light.
Upper Rockridge
While there might not be top attractions in Upper Rockridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
