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Enjoy a vibrant and offbeat vibe in Berkeley
A quintessential college town on San Francisco Bay, Berkeley has long been celebrated as the birthplace of free speech. The modern Berkeley is perhaps better associated with artistic flair and culinary bounty, although there’s still a whiff of hippie idealism in the air. Stay close to the action with a Berkeley vacation rental near the park-like campus of the University of California, Berkeley or enjoy the seclusion of a home in the forested foothill range, many of which combine classic craftsman design with modern comforts and sumptuous views of the bay.
Sightseeing in and around Berkeley
Are you hoping to discover attractions to see in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Berkeley has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Golden Gate Fields (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Children's Fairyland (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
- Aquarium of the Bay (8.6 mi / 13.9 km)
- Magowan's Infinite Mirror Maze (8.7 mi / 13.9 km)
- Oakland Zoo (10.9 mi / 17.5 km)
Live the good life in Berkeley
The foodie scene in Berkeley rivals any found in the Bay Area, although you’ll likely find the prices a little lower and a greater focus on ethnic cuisine, particularly in the tantalizing Telegraph Avenue area. As you might expect, student hangouts and hip coffee shops offering relaxed dining are prevalent here, but if you want an authentic Bay Area dining experience, farm-to-table restaurants are also on the menu. If retail therapy is on your agenda, you can combine shopping with sightseeing as you search for flash new wardrobe additions at the local favorite, College Avenue, and the more upscale Fourth Street.
Discover Berkeley’s ancient volcano
While Golden Gate Park may be synonymous with the Bay Area, Berkeley is by no means a runner-up when it comes to lush green spaces. Tilden Regional Park, stretching along the city’s northeast border, offers the chance to hike, swim, or simply relax and admire the sunset over San Francisco Bay. You can also get back to nature at the nearby Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, where places to wander include the 31-mile East Bay Skyline Recreation Trail. If that sounds too strenuous, a much shorter volcanic trail that leads gently to the top of Round Top, one of the area’s highest peaks, is a less challenging alternative.
Transportation to and around Berkeley
The nearest airport is in Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), located 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, the main station serving the city is Berkeley Station. You can see more of Berkeley by catching a ride on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station or Ashby Station.