Come for The Culture, Stay for The Food

Beacon by the Bay

Visit Berkeley sends our heartfelt support and sympathy to everyone affected by the devasting wildfires in and around Los Angeles. Your community’s strength, kindness, and resilience are inspiring, and we are awestruck by the firefighters and first responders working in extreme and challenging conditions. Visit California’s Travel Alert is a comprehensive resource with updated guidance from local authorities and resources for those in the affected areas. Stay safe and know we are with you. As fellow Californians, we are committed to and confident in Southern California’s imminent recovery. #CaliforniaLove

Set by sparkling San Francisco Bay, Berkeley is a spirited Northern California city. Discover a mix of counterculture roots and vibrant diversity, bursting with delicious restaurants, thriving arts, and a uniquely energetic college town vibe.

Free speech and flower power are woven into the city's legacy. Today, Berkeley is a foodie paradise, live music hub, and theater haven. Immerse yourself in a genuine (some might even say quirky, in a good way) atmosphere all its own.

Everyone is welcome here. So come, explore Berkeley's unique neighborhoods, parks, and shops, discover your own Berkeley beat, and be a part of this ever-changing and engaging story.