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 family-friendly 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.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Berkeley Hills
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"I don’t have anything bad to say about this hotel.breakfast was good Great location"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Room was tight"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Breakfast very expenses"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Clean room, convenient and close to shops. Room was cozy, slept well. -1 star for valet parking. Valet car and 2nd day of parking attendant stated parking was full. Escalated issue to manager and indicated I paid for valet, finally allowed to valet. parking attendant appeared stressed, short staff ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location very near to seven eleven Starbucks Burger King main area good location"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"It’s 2026 and this hotel doesn’t have any streaming apps on the TVs. Couldn’t even watch the San Francisco Giants game."
Reviewed on 27 May 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.
Kensington
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Kensington. You might want to make time for a stop at Tilden Regional Park or Blake Garden.
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.
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 Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
