Central Berkeley
Oakland
Visit Central 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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Central Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, quick check in, comfortable bed and pillows
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Excellent! We highly recommend the Hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Yes th room was clean and the staff very friendly
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean room and friendly, courteous staff!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Clean, spacious room. Not good pressure in shower. Very slippery floor in shower and non-slip mat was very small.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
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
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
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
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Elmwood
If you're spending some time in Elmwood, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are top sights worth seeing.
