Temescal
Oakland

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.

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.

Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.

Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.

Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Temescal

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great place. Convenient and near everything!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"All good. Good location, amazing view of SF skyline from the room, helpful staff, clean room, parking was in the property which was great. Wish I stayed longer..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"This was a very busy and lovely hotel which actually made me feel comfortable as someone travelling alone. I liked the bar in the main lobby, the bartenders were very friendly! The pool and hot tub area were pretty quiet which was nice. My room had a really nice view on floor 36, and was basic but ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Great stay, nice staff!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"nice hotel like the old section"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Our shower was clogged, and when we alerted someone they just told us to use the wand instead of the actual shower head, which still didn’t help at all with the shower drain clog."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Temescal

Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.

Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rockridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Rockridge, and hop on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Upper Rockridge
While there might not be top attractions in Upper Rockridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Telegraph Avenue and Chapel of the Chimes.

South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.

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.

