Best Things To Do And See In Berkeley

Berkeley boasts some of the best food, history, and activities the Bay Area has to offer, complete with its own unique blend of Berkeley culture. Whether you are exploring Berkeley for the first time or you’re looking to remind yourself why you love the city, here are the top things to do and see.

1. Tilden Regional Park

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Take advantage of the beautiful weather with scenic dog-friendly hiking trails, lakes, botanical gardens, and Tilden Park Golf Course. The Little Farm and steam train at Tilden Park make it a perfect destination for kids, and large grassy hills lend themselves to picnics and games. Check out the Tilden Park website beforehand for updates on swimming conditions at Lake Anza and special events.

University of California, Berkeley

If you want to get a taste of the history of the oldest college in the University of California system, you have to start at Sproul Plaza. Sproul Plaza is a major center for student activity at Cal, and it provided a platform for the Free Speech Movement, the Black Panther Party, the Occupy Movement, and more. Don’t miss the chance to see Berkeley from the famous Campanile (Sather Tower), the third tallest bell and clock tower in the world and a favorite symbol of the university.
Sather Tower, University of California Berkeley, CA, USA
Lower Sproul Plaza, University of California Berkeley, CA, USA

2. Indian Rock Park

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In the hills of Berkeley, look out for pits left in the rock formations by its original inhabitants, the Ohlone people. Indian Rock Park has spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay and fun rocky trails to explore.