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 Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena 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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event 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.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Big Bus Panoramic Sunset Tour
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Top hotels in Pill Hill
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Best ever thank you
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Room was spotless, the bed was comfy, breakfast was abundant.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The staffs are friendly and helpful. But the building and facilities are a bit old
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
$ 112.50 per night for overnight parking was unexpected, even for San Francisco.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
amazing experience definitely recommending it and coming back out for New Year’s
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pill Hill
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temescal Farmers' Market and Grand Lake Theater.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Temescal Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
