North Berkeley
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Popular places to visit
Gourmet Ghetto
Gourmet Ghetto is just one of the places to see in Berkeley, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco: Lombard St Loop 50 Min Best City Highlights Tour
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Top hotels in North Berkeley
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Convenient location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Very old, smelled moldy, pool was not open..
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Room was tiny. Nice to have a towel warmer, but accessible from shower so towel got cold before it could be used.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Great time - the breakfast buffet is great 😊
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
The towels seem dirty
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Berkeley
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
