South Berkeley Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit South Berkeley
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 South Berkeley
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great size rooms, dated but comfortable. Location is convenient but not my favourite area in San Francisco, however the transport get you everywhere in fast! Staff were super helpful
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The property is amazing and
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Good location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great location and overall great value for the price, but the room could have been cleaner.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Breakfast was crazy. Skipped it all together
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Too many homeless
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South 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.
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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.
