Berkeley Hills Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden
After visiting Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Berkeley. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Indian Rock Park
You can take time to visit Indian Rock Park during your travels to Berkeley. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops 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.
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.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flying Theater Adventure
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flyer, 7D Ride, & Laser Maze Ticket
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Top hotels in Berkeley Hills
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room, easy check in.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location, very comfortable room with enough space and a great view of the city looking toward Coit tower and a small bit of the bay. Shower pressure was amazing and we loved having a bath. Also loved the Cloud room to watch the sports and the kids loved the gaming comouter. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Excellent staff. Clean and comfortable room. Nice restaurant and bar. Beautiful views!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The hotel here was very lovely and 26th floor had such a beautiful city view. Clean room, kind staff, and great amenities here. The only thing they do not have is a microwave in the room, but there is a restaurant on site and a mini cafe. Along with that, great restaurants around walking distance ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Berkeley Hills
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
