South Berkeley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Berkeley
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable 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
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
Activities
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
Our pick of the best South Berkeley Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Berkeley
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.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Temescal Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Elmwood
While visiting Elmwood, you might make a stop by sights like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.
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.
Southwest Berkeley
While visiting Southwest Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Berkeley Iron Works and Takara Sake.
Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.
- Chabad of the East Bay
- 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