Back to Berkeley!

August is when Berkeley's "Bears" start their annual back-to-school migration. UC Berkeley move-in is underway! The official UC Berkeley Move In page has all the details, including where to park that minivan!

Drop Off & Discover

Parents who have successfully delivered their student's stuff into their shiny new residence deserve a reward -- and do we have a great option: Downtown Berkeley! Just a few blocks from campus is an array of restaurants, shops, and hotels to savor and celebrate this new chapter for you and your Cal Bear.

While you're downtown, check out the Berkeley Visitor Information Center -- your one-stop resource for discovering the best of Berkeley. The VIC is open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm (closed 1-2 pm for lunch).

City of Neighborhoods

Venturing beyond Downtown Berkeley, you'll discover inviting neighborhoods surrounding the Cal campus (each with a signature mantra and mood!):

Telegraph | North Shattuck | Elmwood | Lorin | Gilman

Solano | University Avenue | Fourth Street | Berkeley Marina

Discover all that Berkeley has to offer -- the official Berkeley Destination Guide is your one-stop resource, available in six languages. Start planning and exploring!

Many Happy Returns

Next time you're heading to Berkeley, whether for a football game, Alumni & Parents Weekend and Cal Homecoming, or UC Berkeley Commencement, find your best hotel options and deals at VisitBerkeley.com.

Now You're Part of Berkeley History

As you begin your Berkeley journey, here's a look at some of the momentous moments across the city's timeline, starring such notables as George Berkeley, Mario Savio, Julia Morgan, Alice Waters, Billie Joe Armstong, and now you!