Upper Telegraph Travel Guide
Oakland
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Popular places to visit
Telegraph Avenue
During your visit to Oakland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Telegraph Avenue. Wander the picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
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-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.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Upper Telegraph
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I had a corner room, room 700. It was level with a rooftop and the view was incredible. With wall to wall windows on two sides of the room, and mechanized blinds if you wanted to close them. One of the coolest rooms I’ve ever stayed in!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room was very clear. I loved the modern decor. The gentleman who checked me in was extremely warm and friendly! Sorry. I forgot to write his name down.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean. Amenities were okay (there was a small fridge; AC was very cold; and the workstation in the room was large and provided a good view). Would have liked some robes and slippers, which were not included in the room amenities. Furthermore, the coffee machine was not plugged in initially, ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
breakfast food was ok, but selection was limited (no bacon, no sausage)
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The best service ever! Thank you <3
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
My mom loved her stay she got confused in your hallways a couple of times.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Telegraph
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.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
Claremont
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Claremont. Make a stop by top sights like Judah L. Magnes Museum while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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.
