Poets Corner
Oakland
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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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Poets Corner
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Wonderful staff Great breakfast Loved location and walk ability
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was very clean, easy check in and really no complaints, me and my girlfriend were very comfortable. Great location, very close to everything.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Elevators could be renovated, nothing major
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Check in was quick & efficient. Great amenities from shampoo, conditioner, bath gel - to a Nespresso machine in the room - to an iron+board. My room faced a busy street but the double paned windows muted the noise. The TV had lots of channels. A great weekend hotel at a reasonable price. In the financial ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Yes so wonderful
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location older hotel but well kept but the bathroom was beyond small!!!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poets Corner
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 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.
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.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Telegraph District
If you're spending some time in Telegraph District, Telegraph Avenue and Zellerbach Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
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