Kensington
Oakland
Visit Kensington
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
Top hotels in Kensington
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice location, GREAT breakfast, friendly staff, comfortable room
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Clean room, good price, it was walkable to get food
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The room was clean, and the staff - from check-in to housekeeping - were all super friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Fairmont San Francisco
Friendly staff & beautiful room.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
clean room, great harbor view, delightful quiet place to stay with easy access to excellent food, shopping.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Berkeley Hills
If you're spending some time in Berkeley Hills, Tilden Regional Park and Indian Rock Park are top sights worth seeing.
Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
North Berkeley
While visiting North Berkeley, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents.
Northwest Berkeley
While you're in Northwest Berkeley, take in top sights like Donkey and Goat and jump on the metro at North Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Central Berkeley
Central Berkeley might not have many top sights, but UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. 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.
