Central Berkeley, CA
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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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit 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 scene 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 scene 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 theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco: 7D Interactive Thrill Ride at PIER 39

SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket

San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise

San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
Central Berkeley Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The staff made me feel welcome & quickly addressed any issue I had.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room and facility were very nice and clean. All the staff I came in contact with were very friendly and helpful. The Bell cap was excellent. The location was excellent for walking to the wharf.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean. Amenities were okay (there was a small fridge; AC was very cold; and the workstation in the room was large and provided a good view). Would have liked some robes and slippers, which were not included in the room amenities. Furthermore, the coffee machine was not plugged in initially, ...
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Good location. Food nearby. Very close to catch a Giants game.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The breakfast was not free. They offered basic items that are normal, and what we ordered was good.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean, nice staff.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
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Other neighborhoods 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
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.

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
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

Elmwood
If you're spending some time in Elmwood, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are top sights worth seeing.
