{"id":5712,"date":"2022-02-04T02:01:43","date_gmt":"2022-02-04T02:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=5712"},"modified":"2023-08-17T15:57:02","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T15:57:02","slug":"top-15-places-to-visit-in-berkeley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/top-15-places-to-visit-in-berkeley\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Places to Visit in Berkeley"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Berkeley.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Berkeley.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Berkeley-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The city of Berkeley is located in Northern California. It is on the eastern edge of San Francisco Bay, and is home to the University of California, Berkeley. The Free Speech Movement was born in Berkeley, and the city is known for many things. The campus and the bay are viewed from the Sather Tower, otherwise known as the Campanile. You can also go up the Hearst Greek Theatre and take in a major concert. Telegraph Avenue is another popular area for shopping, dining, and entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the University of California, Berkeley is home to the Lawrence Hall of Science, a world-class museum that opened its doors in 1968. The Museum of Natural History features rotating exhibits, and has hands-on exhibits that kids will love. For those looking for a more educational experience, the Children&#8217;s Museum offers hands-on exhibits focusing on science. It&#8217;s a great place for families to visit with children, as it&#8217;s free for children and offers a unique experience for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another popular attraction in Berkeley is the Berkeley City Club, a landmark that was built by pioneering architect Julia Morgan. It is known as the &#8220;Little Castle&#8221; for its beautiful architecture. You can also enjoy the views of the city from the roof of the building. The beautiful, historic building is a popular spot among locals and is home to a restaurant that has been open for more than 100 years. The food at the restaurant is second to none and is worth the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those interested in the history of Berkeley, the UC Botanical Garden should be on your list. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing walk in the garden, or go for a picnic in the park. The UC Botanical Garden has a great selection of exotic plants, including large puya trees from Peru and pitcher plants. There&#8217;s also a summer concert series at the Redwood Grove. With more than 1232 acres of land to explore, you&#8217;ll have a great time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Berkeley has a wide variety of great shopping options for all budgets. You won&#8217;t find big box stores or malls here. The town is filled with independent boutiques and larger brands. There is a large assortment of fashion, home decor, and bath and beauty shops. In addition to shopping, there are also many places to eat and drink. It&#8217;s not uncommon for locals to eat a meal here, and many residents of Berkeley are also avid wine lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll also find great shopping opportunities in Berkeley. The city&#8217;s retail options are far from the typical big-box or mall experiences. You&#8217;ll find a wide variety of fashion, bath and beauty boutiques, and even a movie theater. The Graduate Berkeley Hotel is the best place to stay in Berkeley for these activities. The downtown area is also home to some of the most interesting art and architecture in the country. You&#8217;ll be surprised at the amount of culture, food, and art.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The city of Berkeley is located in Northern California. It is on the eastern edge of San Francisco Bay, and is home to the University of California, Berkeley. The Free Speech Movement was born in Berkeley, and the city is known for many things. 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