Piedmont
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)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran
Top hotels in Piedmont
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"My room was ready before check-in and this is the second stay at Hotel RIU near fisherman’s wharf in a row where I could check-in even a little early. Breakfast is the real proof of cost versus convenience. Hot fresh coffee and no picky eater underserved. I have trouble choosing between crispy and ..."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Ok"
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The view from our room on the 23rd floor was amazing! Our bed faced large windows and we had a great city view day and night. We also ate several times at the restaurant and enjoyed good meals."
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 Piedmont
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.
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.
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.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
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.
