Central Berkeley
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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 Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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.

Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event 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.
Things to do

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

Ultimate San Francisco Tour Pass with All Major Sites Package

San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
Top hotels in Central Berkeley

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Overall wonderful experience. Staff was great, room was great.. a little cold but housekeeping brought up an extra blanket and i was perfect. Outdoor fireplaces were lovely. Great location so close to pier 39.
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very good service
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Room was spotless. Cleaners do not speak/understand English well.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026

Fairmont San Francisco
The STAFF!! So friendly, chipper, smiley, warm - the bellhops/valets, in particular, all seemed to love their work and their jobs and get along so well with one another. Their enthusiasm was palpable! I travel over 150 days/year for business and I can’t remember the last time I saw a more jovial ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Itai and Simon were very helpful throughout our stay. The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel was very close to food and entertainment. We particularly enjoyed walking to Underdogs Cantina for dinner. Excellent stay!
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
clean room and LOVED the view from our room
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Berkeley

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive 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.

North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.

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.

Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.

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

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.
