Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Downtown Berkeley
Downtown Berkeley

Popular places to visit

Berkeley Repertory Theater

Berkeley Repertory Theater

You can make plans for a show at Berkeley Repertory Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Berkeley Repertory Theater
Berkeley which includes a river or creek, a bridge and a sunset

Historic Berkeley

Find out about the history of Berkeley with a stop at Historic Berkeley. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Historic Berkeley
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

Discover works by Rubens, Pollock and Warhol and watch movies by international filmmakers at this museum of the University of California.

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall during your stay in Berkeley. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall

Berkeley Community Theater

You can make plans for a show at Berkeley Community Theater on your trip to Berkeley. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.

Berkeley Community Theater

Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation Berkeley Dwight Way

If Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation Berkeley Dwight Way is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Berkeley.

Sutter East Bay Medical Foundation Berkeley Dwight Way

Activities

Pastrami Sandwiches from Saul's

Best of North Berkeley Food Tour

AU$221
per adult
Best of North Berkeley Food Tour
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
San Francisco GoCar Tour

GoCar San Francisco Tour

AU$156
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
GoCar San Francisco Tour
Alcatraz with San Francisco Bay Cruise

Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option

AU$224
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise with Night Option
Golden State Warriors Basketball Game at Chase Center

Golden State Warriors Basketball Game at Chase Center

AU$193
per adult
Golden State Warriors Basketball Game at Chase Center
SkyStar Wheel Fishermans Wharf. San Francisco's first waterfront observation Wheel!

SkyStar Wheel Ticket in San Francisco

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SkyStar Wheel Ticket in San Francisco
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Our pick of the best Downtown Berkeley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$239 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,489 reviews)
"Thank you for the hospitality at this stay! The staff that checked me in were friendly and efficient. My room was very clean and maintained well."

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$306 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$306
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,263 reviews)
"Very convenient to Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, restaurants, and Big Bus Hop on, Hop off. Riu complimentary breakfast was outstanding!!! Best we have ever experienced in our travels!"

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$216 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$216
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,212 reviews)
"Enjoy the staff, room is nice and close to work."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$230 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,793 reviews)
"ease of access to SFO airport. Very nice rooms. Courteous staff. Great views and good walking area"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$206 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$206
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
Close to Chinatown
"We really enjoyed our stay here. We love being close to almost everything, shopping, dining etc."

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$184 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,635 reviews)
"Excellent location and price. Have stayed here before too. For the price you pay the hotel is exceptional."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Berkeley

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Central Berkeley

Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Repertory Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Central Berkeley
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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.

South Berkeley
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Elmwood

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

Elmwood
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North Berkeley

4/5(1 area review)

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

North Berkeley
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Southwest Berkeley

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

Southwest Berkeley
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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 Telegraph

Downtown Berkeley Travel Guide

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