South Berkeley 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 Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event 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 theatre scene in this walkable 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.
Top hotels in South Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Easily accessible and I liked having the bar/restaurant in the lobby
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
room was clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — A Truly Magical Stay! I can’t say enough wonderful things about this beautiful hotel. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every staff member went above and beyond to make our stay feel special. But what absolutely stole ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Definitely will be back beautiful!!! Customer service was superb
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
-The room was clean. -Staff is amazing. I requested two additional blankets and they brought them over fast. -Family friendly. -Located within walking distance and felt very safe. -The only downside was that it doesn't state that there is a $91. Valet Parking per Night. I received that info. later ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South 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.
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.
South Berkeley Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Chase Center
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Alcatraz Island
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Embarcadero Center
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- Ocean Beach
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- California Academy of Sciences
- San Francisco Zoo
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