Meoweler
United States

Berkeley / Innovation in the Bay

MeowScore 😼76/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

May

UC Berkeley's Cal Day and sunny weather 🌞🐻🎓

🎆
january

Celebrate New Year's in lively downtown Berkeley! 🍾🎉

🌸
february

Explore the stunning UC Botanical Garden 🌺

🎨
march

Attend the world-renowned Berkeley Arts Festival 🎭

🌷
april

Enjoy the beautiful spring blooms at Tilden Regional Park 🌼

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may

Experience the Cal Day open house at UC Berkeley 🎓

💃
june

Watch the San Francisco Bay Area Dance Week performances 💃

🚣
july

Enjoy the sunny weather at the Berkeley marina ☀️

🍓
august

Taste the fresh produce at the Berkeley Farmers' Market 🍅

🐻🏈
september

Cheer on the Cal Bears at Memorial Stadium 🏈

🎵
october

Experience the famous Berkeley Old Time Music Convention 🎻

🏛️
november

Explore the rich history at the Berkeley History Center 📚

🎅
december

Shop for unique gifts at the Telegraph Holiday Street Fair 🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Berkeley can be expensive in terms of accommodation and dining, but offers a range of budget-friendly options. Shopping can be pricey, but farmers' markets and thrift stores are great for deals.

Check out the Berkeley Farmers' Market for fresh and affordable produce. Thrift stores like Buffalo Exchange and Crossroads Trading Co. offer trendy second-hand clothing at reasonable prices.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

University town exploration

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

University town exploration

Many come to tour UC Berkeley and explore the city's history and culture.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture

Credit cards widely accepted, splitting the bill is common and no particular etiquette tidbits.

internet situation

great Speed

High speed internet is available

great Availability

Multiple service providers available

excellent Cellular

Good coverage across the city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking friendly

Bike lanes everywhere

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LGBTQ friendly

Progressive culture

A cat's paradise of organic treats and cozy cat cafes. The perfect place for a feline foodie.

But watch out for barking dogs and pesky squirrels - Berkeley's feline foes.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Gourmet Ghetto
🔬
Lawrence Hall of Science
🌊
Berkeley Marina
🖼️
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
🌲
Tilden Regional Park

The mainstream

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Gourmet Ghetto

Get your foodie cat fix at this vibrant neighborhood, with a variety of cuisine ranging from Thai food to Mexican specialties, and many vegan options! 🍲

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🔬
Lawrence Hall of Science

This interactive museum is perfect for all curious cats! Learn about scientific discoveries and take in the breathtaking views of the bay from above. 🔍

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🌊
Berkeley Marina

Feeling like a beach day? The marina boasts stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and plenty of room to stretch out those cat paws on the sand. 🐟

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🖼️
Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive

With ever-changing exhibits, this is always a new adventure for your artsy cat eyes to discover! Meowvel at the unique exhibits and collections. 🎨

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🌲
Tilden Regional Park

Take a hike to see the bay and enjoy the trails with your curious cat paws. Visit the Little Farm and check out the animals there! 🐾

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Off the beaten path

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People's Park
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UC Berkeley Botanical Garden
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The Cheeseboard Collective
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Ohmega Salvage
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Tilden Regional Park

Off the beaten path

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People's Park

A community park with a rich history of grassroots activism. Cats can lounge in the grass or climb on the sculptures while learning about local social movements.

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🌸
UC Berkeley Botanical Garden

A quiet and peaceful oasis with over 10,000 species of plants from around the world. Cats will enjoy the variety of scents and the beautiful views.

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The Cheeseboard Collective

A worker-owned bakery that makes the best vegetarian pizza in town. Cats will love the cozy atmosphere and the amazing smells coming from the oven.

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🛋️
Ohmega Salvage

A treasure trove of vintage furniture and home decor. Cats will enjoy exploring the eclectic collection and finding a new bed for their humans.

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🌳
Tilden Regional Park

A huge park with hiking trails, a little farm, a lake, and a botanical garden. Perfect for cats who love outdoor adventures!

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biking friendly

Bike lanes everywhere

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LGBTQ friendly

Progressive culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Berkeley is known for its liberal and diverse culture

It is a great place for cat lovers! Check out the famous Cat House and Catty Corner Cafe.

When visiting Berkeley, be sure to explore Telegraph Avenue

It's a bustling street with a variety of shops and street vendors. Keep an eye out for the iconic People's Park!

Tilden Regional Park is a must-visit for outdoor enthusiasts

It offers hiking trails, playgrounds, and a farm with animals like cows, chickens, and even goats!

Useful external sites

www.visitberkeley.com

Visit Berkeley↗

Official travel and tourism website for Berkeley, with information on things to do, events, dining, and accommodations.

bampfa.org

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive↗

Website for the BAM/PFA, which houses a collection of more than 19,000 works of art and 17,500 films and videos.

ucmp.berkeley.edu

University of California Museum of Paleontology↗

Website for the UCMP, which features exhibits and collections focused on the history of life on earth.

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