Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Christ the Light
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Cathedral of Christ the Light. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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 Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 Waverly
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Location was great! Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The RIU is in an excellent location, close to Pier 39 & Fisherman's Wharf! The staff were very helpful! Rooms were large & very clean!Breakfast was great, plenty of hot & cold choices but it does get busy after 7.30am! Would definitely choose the RIU if visiting again!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Facilities were good and service was as I'd expect from a Hyatt Regency.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Did not have any breakfast. The Hilton app was not helpful at this location.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Nice location,beautiful neighborhood.Nice and artistic spaces.Very polite and capable staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
The room was clean and nicely appointed. The staff was helpful and the shuttle to the airport was quick and efficient.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waverly
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temescal Farmers' Market and Grand Lake Theater.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Temescal Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waverly Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Golden Gate Park
- Chase Center
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Jack London Square
- Lombard Street
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- University of San Francisco
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Ocean Beach
- Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace of Fine Arts
- San Francisco Zoo
- Berkeley Marina
- SF Masonic Auditorium
