Temescal Travel Guide
Oakland


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-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.

Paramount Theatre
Come and see the ballet, a concert or a stand-up comedy performance at this spectacular art deco theater in the heart of Oakland.
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 City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Temescal

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Comfy beds. Short walk to Pier 39. Safe surroundings. Fire pits. Quiet.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
there should be a welcome drinks. water so expensive .the time we arrived at the hotel we are really so thirsty buy anyway ,its business anyway
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Everything was great. I got checked in fast, the hotel was very nice and clean. The buffet breakfast was really good. I’d definitely stay here again. Everyone was very nice.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
It’s was great. I definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Clean, spacious room. Not good pressure in shower. Very slippery floor in shower and non-slip mat was very small.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Temescal

Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.

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.

Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Upper Rockridge
While there might not be top attractions in Upper Rockridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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.

Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
