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Pier 39

4.5/5(6,817 reviews)

This waterfront attraction offers thrilling rides, innovative street performers and colorful souvenir shops, but it’s the sea lions that win the day. 

Pier 39
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Golden Gate Bridge

4.5/5(7,244 reviews)

Cars trundle across it and ships sail under it, but the best way to experience this iconic bridge is on foot. 

Golden Gate Bridge
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Alcatraz Island

4.5/5(2,752 reviews)

Escape to “The Rock,” home of the infamous and abandoned island prison, and discover how it earned a reputation as a cold and unforgiving place.

Alcatraz Island
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Golden Gate Park

4.5/5(5,122 reviews)

This beloved park offers relaxation among trees, flowers and wildlife, right in San Francisco’s backyard. 

Golden Gate Park
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San Francisco Bay

4.5/5(4,669 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at San Francisco Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in San Francisco. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

San Francisco Bay
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Lombard Street

4.5/5(4,615 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of San Francisco when you make a stop at a top site like Lombard Street. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Lombard Street

Top things to do in South Berkeley

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Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of California

$20
Per adult
Survival Challenge by Zombie Scavengers of California
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City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of California

$10
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Scavenger Hunts by Operation City Quest of California
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San Francisco Bay Tour

$189
Per adult
San Francisco Bay Tour
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Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of California

$10
Per adult
Wacky Walks Scavenger Hunt Adventure of California
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Crazy Dash Walking Adventure of California

$10
Per adult
Crazy Dash Walking Adventure of California
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Night Views of San Francisco

$203
Per adult
Night Views of San Francisco
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Top Hotels in South Berkeley

Rose Garden Inn
Rose Garden Inn
3 out of 5
2740 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $93 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27

Located in Elmwood, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Kaiser Permanente Oakland ...…

3.6/5Good! (987 reviews)

"We like the Rose Garden Inn because of the beautiful gardens and the many outside seating options. All the rooms are different, old fashioned and victorian styled. If you are looking for sleek modern Carl Ritz you won't find it here. Some parts could use a little TLC but all is clean and perfect ..."…"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2020

Rose Garden Inn
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 209d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 209d
3.5 out of 5
Dwight Way 1927, Berkeley, CA

Located in Downtown Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 209d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 108d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 108d
3.5 out of 5
Dwight Way 1927, Berkeley, CA

Located in Downtown Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 108d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 109d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 109d
3.5 out of 5
Dwight Way 1927, Berkeley, CA

Located in Downtown Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 109d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 204d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 204d
3 out of 5
Dwight Way 1927, Berkeley, CA

Located in Downtown Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 204d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 207d
Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 207d
3.5 out of 5
Dwight Way 1927, Berkeley, CA

Located in Downtown Berkeley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Telegraph Avenue and University of California, Berkeley. Greek Theater and Berkeley ...…

Cosy Berkeley Apartments 10 min to UC Berkeley 207d
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Downtown Berkeley

4/5Very Good!(147 area reviews)

Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Repertory Theater 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.

Downtown Berkeley
Gourmet Ghetto

North Berkeley

4/5Very Good!(14 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden and Historic Berkeley are top sights worth seeing.

North Berkeley
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West Berkeley

3.5/5Good!(87 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in West Berkeley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Berkeley Marina and Golden Gate Fields.

West Berkeley
Fox Theater featuring a city, heritage elements and signage

Uptown Oakland

2.5/5(15 area reviews)

Well-liked for its live music and architecture, Uptown Oakland is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Fox Theater and Paramount Theatre, and jump on the metro at 19th St Station to get around the city.

Uptown Oakland
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Downtown Oakland

3.5/5Good!(342 area reviews)

Theaters, art galleries, and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Jack London Square or Oakland Museum of California while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lake Merritt Station or 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station to get around town.

Downtown Oakland
Oakland Museum of California featuring art and a statue or sculpture

Chinatown

3.5/5Good!(204 area reviews)

If you're in Chinatown, take some time to enjoy the ample dining options. Consider a stop by Oakland Museum of California, and you can hop on the metro at Lake Merritt Station to see more of the area.

Chinatown
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