Visit Poets Corner
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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable 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.
Greek Theater
President Theodore Roosevelt and the Dalai Lama are among the iconic figures who have graced the stage of this neoclassical open-air bowl.
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.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
Poets Corner Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean room, easy access to everything
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Wonderful location close to Fishermans Wharf. I was not expecting so many breakfast options - full continental and American breakfast was a plus.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Parking separate fee
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Staff were very helpful. The room layout was very functional for two friends travelling together. The housekeeping was great and the room was always clean and quiet.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful, historic hotel. Interesting clientele. Well-maintained, sanitary. Have stayed here many times.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Nice region to enjoy the waterfront. Clean rooms, secured parking area, friendly staff and easy access.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Poets Corner
Southwest Berkeley
If you're spending some time in Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake are top sights worth seeing.
Central Berkeley
When in Central Berkeley, you can plan a visit to Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Repertory Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Albany
The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.