Guidebook for Berkeley
Essentials
Safeway
6310 College Ave Utilize the parking structure.
Elmwood Laundry
2887 College AveParking can be problematic in this area.
Sunshine Laundromat
5233 College AveWhole Foods Market
230 Bay PlAlta Bates Summit Medical Center | Alta Bates Campus
2450 Ashby AveTrader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveThe parking lot here can be crowded.
Shopping
You'll find a unique collection of one-off shops to an Apple store here. Additionally, there are numerous places to enjoy a meal: breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Consider dinner reservations for most the establishments here, as they tend to fill-up quick.
21 residents recomanen
Fourth Street Shops
1834 Fourth StYou'll find a unique collection of one-off shops to an Apple store here. Additionally, there are numerous places to enjoy a meal: breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Consider dinner reservations for most the establishments here, as they tend to fill-up quick.
Gap, Banana Republic, Victoria's Secret and numerous more are located here. Utilize the parking garage.
126 residents recomanen
Bay Street Emeryville
5616 Bay StGap, Banana Republic, Victoria's Secret and numerous more are located here. Utilize the parking garage.
Parks & Nature
Tilden Regional Park
2501 Grizzly Peak BlvdGreat spot for hikes or a picnic lunch.
Enjoy both the garden and the park across the street.
140 residents recomanen
Jardí de Roses de Berkeley
1200 Euclid AveEnjoy both the garden and the park across the street.
Stunning views of the Bay! Watch your footing as you traverse to the top.
121 residents recomanen
Indian Rock Park
950 Indian Rock AveStunning views of the Bay! Watch your footing as you traverse to the top.
Arts & Culture
Iconic bell and clock-tower located on the Berkeley campus. Check their website for tour information. http://visit.berkeley.edu/campus-tourscampanile-tour/
14 residents recomanen
Campanile Esplanade
South Hall RoadIconic bell and clock-tower located on the Berkeley campus. Check their website for tour information. http://visit.berkeley.edu/campus-tourscampanile-tour/
Sightseeing
Enjoy a walk around the lake! There are numerous eateries along Grand Ave and Lakeshore. The area is easily accessible from the Lake Merritt BART station.
751 residents recomanen
Amfiteatre del Llac Merritt
Lake Merritt BoulevardEnjoy a walk around the lake! There are numerous eateries along Grand Ave and Lakeshore. The area is easily accessible from the Lake Merritt BART station.
Food Scene
Philz Coffee
3101 24th StUtilize the Safeway parking structure.
Wood Tavern
6317 College AveGet there right when they open if you do not have reservations!
Some of the best pizza around. Order ahead for pick-up.
247 residents recomanen
Zachary's Chicago Pizza
5801 College AveSome of the best pizza around. Order ahead for pick-up.
Great breakfast spot. Don't forget to try their Bloody Mary!
47 residents recomanen
Rick & Ann's Restaurant
2922 Domingo AveGreat breakfast spot. Don't forget to try their Bloody Mary!
Westbrae Biergarten
1280 Gilman StAll outdoor seating. Rotating variety of beer on tap.
Burgers and shakes! The line out the door is for ice-cream orders. You will not be disappointed.
129 residents recomanen
Fentons Creamery
4226 Piedmont AveBurgers and shakes! The line out the door is for ice-cream orders. You will not be disappointed.
The line out the door is for a reason! ONE pizza choice is available each day.
317 residents recomanen
The Cheeseboard Pizza
1512 Shattuck AveThe line out the door is for a reason! ONE pizza choice is available each day.