North Berkeley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gourmet Ghetto
Gourmet Ghetto is just one of the places to see in Berkeley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the 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.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
Top hotels in North Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Berkeley
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.
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Berkeley Marina and jump on the metro at North Berkeley 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.
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.
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.
- Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden
- Golden Gate Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Oracle Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Jack London Square
- University of California
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Union Square
- Ocean Beach
- Oakland Arena
- Concord Pavilion
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Zoo