Downtown Walnut Creek Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Walnut Creek attractions

Broadway Plaza

8.4/10 (146 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Broadway Plaza during your stay in Walnut Creek. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket

Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket

NZ$26
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Berkeley

Private Walking Berkeley: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

NZ$9
per traveller
Private Walking Berkeley: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus

A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus

NZ$17
per adult
A Self Guided Audio Tour of UC Berkeley Campus
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Our pick of the best Downtown Walnut Creek Hotel Deals

Walnut Creek Marriott

Walnut Creek Marriott

3.5 out of 5
2355 N Main St Walnut Creek CA
The price is NZ$252 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$252
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
Walnut Creek Marriott
Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek

Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek

3 out of 5
490 Lawrence Way Walnut Creek CA
The price is NZ$250 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$250
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Walnut Creek. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Civic Park and Lesher ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (436 reviews)
"The staff was kind and very helpful. The Hotel is beautifully decorated and modern. It's smartly designed for comfort and mobility. I look forward to returning there soon when visiting family in that area."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Walnut Creek
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
The price is NZ$181 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$181
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
200 Marina Blvd Berkeley CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$273 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$273
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

5 out of 5
41 Tunnel Road Berkeley CA
The price is NZ$742 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$742
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Claremont Resort & Club
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

3 out of 5
5555 Shellmound Street Emeryville CA
The price is NZ$299 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$299
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Emeryville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,779 reviews)
"I appreciate the manager making things right immediately after I discussed a mishap. I definitely would stay here again. The room was clean, convenient, and safe, and the staff was very nice."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Walnut Creek

Find the best Downtown Walnut Creek areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Contra Costa Centre

Even though there aren't top sights in Contra Costa Centre, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Gardens at Heather Farm. Jump on the metro at Pleasant Hill-Contra Costa Centre BART Station to see more of the city.

Saranap

While Saranap isn't home to many top sights, Broadway Plaza and Lesher Center for the Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Rossmoor

While there might not be top attractions in Rossmoor, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Broadway Plaza and Lesher Center for the Arts.

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Overlook

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overlook and surrounding area, you can visit Lesher Center for the Arts and Civic Park.

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Livorna Estates

While Livorna Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Diablo Foothills Regional Park and Broadway Plaza.

Downtown Walnut Creek Travel Guide

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