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Things to do in Berkeley

 

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Tilden Regional Park
Ranked #1 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Parks
Owner description: Tilden is one of Berkeley's oldest and most popular parks that offers a variety of family-fun activities like pony rides and... more » Owner description: Tilden is one of Berkeley's oldest and most popular parks that offers a variety of family-fun activities like pony rides and carousels. « less
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Ranked #2 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Educational Sites
California's most prestigious public university is the home of liberalism and revolution.
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Ranked #3 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Gardens
Owner description: Past Strawberry Canyon is the 34-acre Botanical Garden, which holds about 13,000 species of plants. The species are... more » Owner description: Past Strawberry Canyon is the 34-acre Botanical Garden, which holds about 13,000 species of plants. The species are organized according to regions of the world, and the garden has a great collection of native Californian plants. Bring a picnic basket and some money for the bookstore and admission (closed the first Tuesday of each month and free on the first Thursday of each month). Be sure to check out the conservatory (for tropical plants) and the Chinese medicinal herb garden.The garden is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. every day of the year except the first Tuesday of each month, Thanksgiving Day, December 24 and 25, December 31, January 1, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Tours are also available on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. « less
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Ranked #4 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Concerts
Legendary Berkeley-based nonprofit folk music performance venue that really rocks.
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Ranked #5 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Parks
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Ranked #6 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #7 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Marinas; Neighbourhoods

The Berkeley Marina, which is one of the largest urban greenspaces in the San Francisco Bay Area, provides panoramic views of the region's three main bridges (Golden Gate, Bay... more »

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Ranked #8 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Science Museums
Full of "hands on" activities and displays that explore scientific principles.
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Ranked #9 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #10 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #11 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
The heart of trendy Berkeley.
Ranked #12 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Parks
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Ranked #13 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Art Museums; Cinemas; Museums
Owner description: Located on the edge of the UC Berkeley campus, this museum presents diverse, stimulating and challenging works of art and... more » Owner description: Located on the edge of the UC Berkeley campus, this museum presents diverse, stimulating and challenging works of art and expression. « less
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Ranked #14 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Gardens
Italian-style garden located in front of the Blake House on the University of California campus.
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Ranked #15 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Horse Tracks
Owner description: Golden Gate Fields is Northern California’s premier destination for horse racing. Located right along the San Francisco Bay... more » Owner description: Golden Gate Fields is Northern California’s premier destination for horse racing. Located right along the San Francisco Bay in Berkeley, fans are treated to some of the best sights and sounds in the world. Come experience the heart and hoof pounding action of live horse racing today. « less
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Ranked #16 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Golf Courses
Owner description: Located a short distance from UC Berkeley campus, this 18-hole public course offers a driving range, pro shop, practice... more » Owner description: Located a short distance from UC Berkeley campus, this 18-hole public course offers a driving range, pro shop, practice green, restaurant and coffee shop. « less
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Ranked #17 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Children’s Museums
Hands-on exhibits, a drop-in art studio and special weekend events for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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Ranked #18 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Museums
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Ranked #19 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Gardens; State Parks; Parks
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Ranked #20 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #21 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Museums
Often features impressive archaeological finds.
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Ranked #22 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: State Parks
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Ranked #23 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #24 of 35 attractions in Berkeley
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
The main student location.
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Category: Art Museums
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Category: Sports Complexes
Part of Berkeley University, this Olympic-size pool is open to the public when not in use by students.
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Category: Concerts; Performances; Theatres

A great place. A multi-cultural spot for arts, music and poetry. Friendly staff, great food and above all, reasonable admission prices. Berkeley should be proud of La Peña... more »

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Category: Sports Complexes
You don't have to be outdoors to enjoy cliff climbing at this unique indoor wall climbing facility.
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Category: Speciality Museums
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Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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