South Berkeley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flyer, 7D Ride, & Laser Maze Ticket
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 City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Top hotels in South Berkeley
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room, friendly staff, variety of break
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
A great View and a great value. Staff was friendly!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Friendly staff & beautiful room.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was clean, and the staff - from check-in to housekeeping - were all super friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
The single king room was the perfect place to recharge before our flight back home to Louisiana. It was the last night of our honeymoon and friends met us at Kaiyo for dinner which was exceptional. We can't wait to visit again!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Very clean and big rooms we had. The hotel was walking distance to Ferry Building and Pier 39. Loved the stay here.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Berkeley
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.
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.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
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.
