Claremont 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.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable 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.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: Lombard St Loop 50 Min Best City Highlights Tour
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flying Theater Adventure
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Top hotels in Claremont
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was spotless and staff very courteous.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Excellent stay
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Awesome historical hotel centrally located just steps away from Union Square and Powell St. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Tne rooms comfortable and spacious. The only disadvantage is that the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant or coffee shop. There is a little smell throughout the property. ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
it was coo
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Fabulous location close to public transportation. Allowed me to hold luggage before and after my stay and were very kind about it. Every staff member was friendly. The room was clean and bright. I do wish there were some lighting that was less striking.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Claremont
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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 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.
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.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Oakland Floats and Temescal Alley are top sights worth seeing.
