Things to do in Berkeley & the Bay Area

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Berkeley Bucks is the first ever city wide eGift Card redeemable throughout Berkeley. No app downloads, or special technology required.
People walk by a hot pink peace sign sculpture in Berkeley

Experience a rich arts and culture scene by catching a show in the Downtown Arts District or admire visual art at the Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive.

Experience Arts & Culture
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Play with family friendly kid activities like the Adventure Playground or the Habitot Children’s Discovery Museum. Check out our A-Z Kids Guide.

Family Friendly Berkeley

Berkeley brims with authentic experiences and activities to engage, expand, entertain, enthrall - sometimes even all of the above. Here are some topline suggestions on how to explore Berkeley like a local: