Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide
Oakland





Visit Downtown Berkeley
Popular places to visit

Historic Berkeley
Find out about the history of Berkeley with a stop at Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Downtown Berkeley

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Went to a concert, stayed for one night, parking was easy, staff was super friendly during check in and check out
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great location and affordable for a quick stay. Close to Chinatown, several restaurants and you can walk down to the water. Rooms are small and very little counter space in the bathroom. Definitely a deal for those on a budget though!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Super clean hotel with friendly staff in a great location. Bed was very very comfortable and breakfast was also good. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Excellent location with a beautiful view (at least from my room). Property was clean and my room was serviced well. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Fairmont San Francisco
ADA beds too high
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
