Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Berkeley
Stay near popular Downtown Berkeley attractions
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Top hotels in Downtown Berkeley

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Good room, convenient location. Secure parking 39 through Expedia."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The room was spacious and the bed and pillows were awesome. Buffet was good just repetitive if you are there for 4 or more days."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"The hotel located in downtown and close to every thing that's so nice cause it's near to every thing"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"The day was OK for what we needed. I did book a queen size bed, however."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Good location for Fisherman’s Wharf"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"I wish the valet parking brought the car around to the front entrance. The hotel has a lot of walking to get to garage. But that's all. It was a very nice hotel."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Berkeley

Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Old Oakland while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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.

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.

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.

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.



















