Visit Poets Corner
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Enjoy shopping, dining, scenic waterfront walks and a slice of American literary history at this portside square where Jack London spent his childhood.
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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
Activities
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Poets Corner Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
All good
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice hotel close to Fisherman’s Wharf and easy access to public transportation. Professional and friendly staff that make your stay pleasant and easygoing.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Parking separate fee
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Good comfortable stay
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Great room and staff
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great location and friendly staff!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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 Berkeley Repertory Theater are two attractions nearby that you can 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.
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
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
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.
Poets Corner Travel Guide
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Moscone Convention Center
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Lombard Street
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- Union Square
- Oakland Arena
- Embarcadero Center
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Greek Theater
- Palace of Fine Arts
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