Telegraph District 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 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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Telegraph District
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great convenient location , no surprises. Clean room comfortable bed, nice to be upgraded to a king bed room. Nice to have pool and sauna.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
We loved our stay in San Francisco! They staff was so kind, considerate and helpful. The breakfast they offer is phenomenal and it’s included in the price! If we ever are back in SF we willl stay with them again!!!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
The hotel is situated in the worst location in San Francisco. Right outside the entrance, there are many homeless people and drug addicts; police cars are parked at the door every single day—it is truly dismal. I felt like I was in a drug den. I have never felt so uncomfortable and so unsupported ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 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 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating from our first arrival. Hotel is in a beautiful setting right on the water. My family members enjoyed the pool and sauna immensely. Would definitely recommend and look forward to staying again.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Telegraph District
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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.
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.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
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.
