Golden Gate Travel Guide
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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.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Golden Gate
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Breakfast available!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
It's good, but there is no parking garage. Need to walk from the public parking.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
So the check-in staff were friendly and helpful offering detailed instruction and information, the entire place was immaculate. Our room was spotless and spacious. The breakfast buffet was pretty incredible with a large selection of fresh food. The covered parking was convenient, however be aware ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Love this hotel. It's my second time coming here and it will be my go to hotel for San Francisco.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Premium king with balcony, the view was incredible, hotel was beautiful & clean, staff were helpful. Will be in my rotation of hotels I use for SF visits.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
ADA beds too high
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Gate
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
