East End
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
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 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 enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable 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)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Top hotels in East End
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Breakfast was good, but thought it was included originally with stay. Also didnt know we had to pay for parking garage.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The hotel is an older hotel that is well maintained. The staff is very nice, friendly, polite and helpful. My only negative is that their is no restaurant and the website has not been updated to reflect that fact.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room was basic but clean, however the water pressure in the shower was horrible. Breakfast was amazing! The hotel is located in the center for good entertainment and restaurants and near the city bus station. Everyone was poliet.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Went out did not visit the restaurant
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Hotel Julian
La tensión del personal es excelente, sólo que cuando llegamos algo pasó con la calefacción del agua porque no había agua caliente para dársela la ducha, pero las repararon unas horas después este es mi segunda vez en el hotel Julián y lo mismo opine en la primera vez que lo que haría mejor, sus ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Great price for what you get.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East End
West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum.
San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center.
Downtown Oakland
Theaters, art galleries, and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
