Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide
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Historic Berkeley
Find out about the history of Berkeley with a stop at Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive during your travels in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Repertory Theater
You can make plans for a show at Berkeley Repertory Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Jack London Square
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Berkeley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice Property at an excellent location. Good restaurants around. Hotel staff is humble and helpful. Great Breakfast too. Super clean rooms
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Wonderful
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The entire experience was good.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Staff was courteous
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean rooms. Exceptional service by all check in staff
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Checking in and lobby services were fast and efficient. Not sure if my level of stay prompted complimentary water, but any comps are definitely welcome!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Berkeley
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.
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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.
Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide
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- UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
- Historic Berkeley
- Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
- Berkeley Repertory Theater
- Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life
- Habitot Children's Museum
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Lombard Street
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Alcatraz Island
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of San Francisco
- Oakland Arena
- San Francisco State University
- Ferry Building
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