Location: Berkeley
Top Things to do in Berkeley
Things to do in Berkeley, California (CA): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
The counter-culture, flower power center of the 60s, bohemian Berkeley has evolved into a culinary and cultural travel scene. Shift into low gear and people-watch along quirky Telegraph Avenue while checking out the bookstores and cafes. After strolling through the UC Berkeley campus, the Berkeley Rose Garden and the Downtown Arts District, head into the hills for an outdoor adventure in Tilden Park or cruise down to the waterfront park, where the San Francisco skyline sparkles across the bay.
Restaurants in Berkeley
1. The Bone Room
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Bizarre natural history store that sells such odd items as fossils, dried reptiles and mounted scorpions.
2. Moe's Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By hlazer
This historic independent bookstore is a must. Superb range of books and posters/art, a knowledgeable staff, fine selection of rare books, and a great poetry reading series (free!). Check the Moe's calender.
3. Heat Hot Sauce Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
At HEAT Hot Sauce Shop we specialize in fiery foods.We have over 200 varieties of hot sauce, including our own handcrafted organic hot sauces. Come sample our daily featured hot sauces, and enjoy the full hot sauce experience
4. Pegasus Books
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
We are Pegasus Book stores, independent and local in Berkeley and Oakland since 1969. Visit us in the Berkeley Hills at 1855 Solano Ave., in downtown Berkeley at 2349 Shattuck Ave., or in Oakland at 5560 College Ave. We offer a huge selection of used, new & sale books as well as unique gifts, music, & movies.
5. D.King Gallery Rock Posters
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
6. viv&ingrid at Oxford Hall
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Located at the heart of bustling downtown Berkeley is the studio for local jewelry design company viv&ingrid. Since 1999, viv&ingrid jewelry has been seen on celebrities and in fashion magazines through the world. Specializing in precious metals and beadwork with a contemporary California classic twist. The curated gift shop features local chocolates, candies, teas as well as vintage finds.
7. Tenzing Collections
8. Glassybaby
9. Amoeba Music
10. Fourth Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 362 reviews
GAP free shopping street, with plenty of unique shops and artists studios selling their wares.
Reviewed By gaylem113 - Chicago, United States
Great for a stroll near the harbor in this quasi-industrial area. No shortage of coffee, restaurants, shops and arts, including a cooperative with working artist onsite.
