Rockridge 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 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.

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.

Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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.
Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

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: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group
Top hotels in Rockridge

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Our stay was awesome. I would recommend this hotel to family and friends."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Ok"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"San Francisco is one of the most expensive hotel cities the world...$250 for a single night on a Sunday for Bay to Breakers. Its normally a little cheaper than on any other weekend, but not much. But I will have to say, the premises and room were pristine and in top notch condition. Everything seemed ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"It was ok"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Clean, and right for a few business nights."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
"Good hotel, close to strategic places."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rockridge

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.

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.

Claremont
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Claremont. Make a stop by top sights like Judah L. Magnes Museum while you're exploring the area.

Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.

Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.

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.

