Northwest Berkeley Travel Guide
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Visit Northwest Berkeley
Stay near popular Northwest Berkeley attractions
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Northwest Berkeley

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The room was super clean and staff was friendly and helpful. There was an excellent bakery and a variety of restaurants within 1 block."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Nice room. Clean. CONVENIENT Location. Walk to pier 39. On site parking. Nice breakfast. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
"Clean Place"
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Room was clean, staff was friendly and the pool was awesome."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Northwest Berkeley

Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley 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.

Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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.

West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.


















