Downtown Berkeley
Oakland
Visit Downtown Berkeley
Popular places to visit
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Discover works by Rubens, Pollock and Warhol and watch movies by international filmmakers at this museum of the University of California.
Historic Berkeley
Find out about the history of Berkeley when you take a trip to Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Berkeley Repertory Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Berkeley Repertory Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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 theater scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco: Inside Alcatraz Tour with Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Berkeley
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Berkeley
Central Berkeley
When in Central Berkeley, you can plan a visit to Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Elmwood
If you're spending some time in Elmwood, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are top sights worth seeing.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Southwest Berkeley
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telegraph Avenue and Temescal Farmers' Market.