Popular places to visit
Cathedral of Christ the Light
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Cathedral of Christ the Light. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable 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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco Uncovered Self-Guided Adventure
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
Top hotels in Waverly
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Nice place and clean. Felt safe.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Location
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room and great breakfast buffet. Staff at front desk were friendly and helpful. Great location and walking distance to Pier 39. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Older property but staff are great. Good affordable spot for a day or two.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Loved everything the room the food the view the hotel would stay again
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Beautiful Christmas decorations and beautiful rooms. Beds were very comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waverly
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Grand Lake Theater.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Historic Berkeley are some notable places to visit nearby.
