Become a Virtual Tourist Member Today!  Sign Up for Free | Sign In
Off the Beaten Path in Berkeley
Search:

Home » Travel Guides » North America » United States of America » California » Berkeley » Off the Beaten Path

Berkeley Hotels

Real reviews from real travelers.

Berkeley Off the Beaten Path

Tips and photos of unusual, out-of-the-way Berkeley attractions, posted by real travelers and locals.
Berkeley Map
Berkeley Off the Beaten PathTips 1 - 10 of 15  
Sort By:  Most Recent | Best Rated
North Berkeley Rose Gardens
  • Tip Rating:
    • supune
  • Updated By supune on April 8, 2003
  • Berkeley Page by supune
    • I've been told this is a great place to walk around in. I'm not really into flowers, but my mom is.

    I guess this is also a place to be if you and your girl/friend want to show some public forms of affection.

    A couple of friends of mine said this was also the best place to see the last meteor shower we had. So star gazers would also want to check this one out.

    Located on Euclid ave. between Bay View Place and Eunice Street, opposite Codornices Park. Also It is in a nice hilly area to jog in if you are a power runner.

    Leave a Comment

  • Website: www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/manager/news/roses.htm
    • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Berkeley?

    Read reviews about Berkeley Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    Jeff Corwin or The Croc Hunter watchers?
  • Tip Rating:
    • Pounder73
  • Updated By Pounder73 on February 10, 2003
  • Berkeley Page by Pounder73
    • My Hogg Island Boa - Berkeley
    My Hogg Island Boa
    by Pounder73
    East Bay Vivarium

    In the lower section of Berkeley, near the 80/880 freeway off the 4th street exit, lies the largest reptile store West of the Mississippi.

    if you have ever watched Jeff Corwin or the Crock Hunter and want to see even more of these creatures from places like South America, Madagascar, Southeast Asia, Africa, ect.. up close and personal (minus the venomous ones) this store is worth a walk thru! (almost all are captive bred)

    Plus over the past few years, this portion of Berkeley has been completely renovated and all sorts of businesses have opened up here.

    Leave a Comment

  • Phone: (510) 841-1400
  • Website: www.eastbayvivarium.com
    • Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    There's no Jurisdiction on this spot right here !!
  • Tip Rating:
    • MarioPortugal
  • Updated By MarioPortugal on June 10, 2006
  • Berkeley Page by MarioPortugal
    • Berkeley Off the Beaten Path
    by MarioPortugal
    Entering the University Campus coming from its south gate a visitor is likely to find one particular spot of land without any jurisdiction ruling it !!

    quote:
    THIS SOIL AND THE AIR SPACE EXTENDING ABOVE IT SHALL NOT BE PART OF ANY NATION AND SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO ANY ENTITY'S JURISDICTION

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    OTBP - both figuratively and literally
  • Tip Rating:
    • Karnubawax
  • Updated By Karnubawax on June 11, 2007
  • Berkeley Page by Karnubawax
    • Berkeley Off the Beaten Path
    by Karnubawax
    Berkeley is a weird place, and it doesn't get much weirder than the Albany Bulb, on the border of Berkeley and Albany behind the Golden Gate Fields race track.

    A former dump turned homeless camp turned junk art gallery, the Bulb is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride. I've put much more info on this unique space on my Albany page.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    World class botanical garden
    gordonye
  • By gordonye on May 23, 2003
  • Berkeley Page by gordonye
    • Enjoy plants from all of the world's continents. Walk around in the midst of spectacular spring bloom in beautiful Strawberry Canyon, overlooking San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful

    Visiting Berkeley?

    Read reviews about Berkeley Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    T. REX Exposition on UC Berkeley Campus
    RedEaredPanda
  • By RedEaredPanda on September 3, 2004
  • Berkeley Page by RedEaredPanda
    • T. Rex Display on UC Berkeley Campus - Berkeley
    T. Rex Display on UC
    Berkeley Campus
    by RedEaredPanda
    The T. Rex skeleton is displayed on campus of UC Berkeley. The display is located inside the Valley Life Science Building on Campus in front of the science library.

    This Structure is extremely big in size and very impressive.. Many many man hours has gone into preserving and putting the bones of this T. Rex together by students and faculty on campus hence it is well worth your visit on to the campus and at the Valley Life Science Building to see the spectacular site. The building may be closed on weekends (May be open on saturdays) but please do make sure you check before making the trip.

    Also, I would recommend this display to any families with children who have interest in natural history.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Berkeley Path Wanderers
    jimkinleung
  • By jimkinleung on September 19, 2007
  • Berkeley Page by jimkinleung
    • Entrance to Rose Walk - Berkeley
    Entrance to Rose Walk
    by jimkinleung
    Berkeley not only has residential neighborhoods with intriguing architecture and landscape, but also interlocking pathways that hold a certain mystique. There are so many paths of unexpected design and in unexpected places that even a seasoned resident wouldn’t realize it. There is a Berkeley Path Wanderer association (http://www.berkeleypaths.org/index.htm) dedicated to keeping the trails in good shape that has put out a path map. I personally recommend wandering some of the paths in the beautiful North Berkeley Hills.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Watch for the local street art
    mojoey
  • By mojoey on May 16, 2004
  • Berkeley Page by mojoey
    • Barbie Tree Art Display - Berkeley
    Barbie Tree Art Display
    by mojoey
    Berkeley, especially the area around Telegraph Ave, is full of local street characters who pride themselves in their ability to create street art. These run from murals, graffiti, and street painting, to conceptual art pieces. As you walk the streets of Berkeley, be mindful of your surroundings and you will be pleasantly surprised. I came across this “Barbie Tree” just off Telegraph on Haste. A few days later, I walked by again and it was gone.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Here is campus of...
    zwack
  • By zwack on August 25, 2002
  • Berkeley Page by zwack
    • Berkeley Off the Beaten Path
    by zwack
    Here is campus of Calinfornia University At Berkeley,if you are there you'll make dream for you life.

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    Wood shingle homes in Berkeley
    jimkinleung
  • By jimkinleung on September 19, 2007
  • Berkeley Page by jimkinleung
    • Wood shingle home - Berkeley
    Wood shingle home
    by jimkinleung
    My hometown of Berkeley is gorgeous and has many different types of architectural styles. I live in North Berkeley, which is particularly peaceful. A group called the Hillside Club, whose members included the great architect Bernard Maybeck, developed the idea in the early 1900's that homes should blend in with their natural surroundings. Wood shingle homes are very prominent. More information on architecture in Berkeley can be found at the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association (BAHA) website (http://www.berkeleyheritage.com/).

    Leave a Comment

    Not Helpful 1 2 3 4 5 Very Helpful
    1 | 2
    More Berkeley Tips
    Overview
         		Hotels and Accommodations
    Tips: 11 - Photos: 6
    Things To Do
    Tips: 42 - Photos: 65    		Nightlife
    Tips: 14 - Photos: 8
    Transportation
    Tips: 15 - Photos: 5    		Restaurants
    Tips: 54 - Photos: 35
    Shopping
    Tips: 18 - Photos: 9    		Off the Beaten Path
    Tips: 15 - Photos: 21
    Tourist Traps
    Tips: 4 - Photos: 3    		Warnings or Dangers
    Tips: 8 - Photos: 3
    Local Customs
    Tips: 12 - Photos: 8    		Packing Lists
    Tips: 1 - Photos: 0
    Sports Travel
    Tips: 2 - Photos: 1    		General Tips
    Tips: 12 - Photos: 5
    Flights
    Tips: 10 - Photos: 0
    Best Berkeley Travel Deals

    Hotel Durant
    Luxury Boutique Hotel. Steps From UC Campus. Green. Pet Friendly.

    Hotel Near UC Berkeley
    Courtyard Oakland Just 5 Miles to Berkeley. Rates Starting from $99.

    Hotels in Berkeley CA
    Smart hotel accommodations with Free internet & breakfast bar.

    Hotels in Berkeley
    Save up to 50% on Hotels at Expedia No Expedia change or cancel fees!

    San Luis Obispo Hotels
    Find fun, affordable accommodations for your next California getaway.

    Sponsored Links

    More Berkeley Travel Deals

    Berkeley Hotels
    Compare Fare Prices, Find Deals & More. Make Decisions w/Bing™ Travel

    Charming Motel BerkeleyCA
    Completeley Remodeled Accomodations Centralley Located Near UC Berkeley

    Hotel Shattuck Plaza
    Newly Renovated and Now Open. 2 Blocks From UC Berkeley, CA.

    Sponsored Links

    Berkeley Hotels

    Cheap hotels from
    Cheap flights from
    Cheap car rentals from
    Cheap cruises from
    Cheap vacations from




    About VirtualTourist |  10 Great Things to Do On VirtualTourist |  Contact Us |  Press Center |  Help |  User Agreement |  Privacy Statement
    Virtual Tourist® ©1994-2009 VirtualTourist.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved.