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Hilltop Views and Quiet Gardens

Start your morning at the top of the hills, where the air is crisp and the city stretches out below.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Terrace View Park

    Begin at Terrace View Park. The three-level layout offers plenty of space to stretch your legs and take in the high hilltop perspective without the crowds.

  2. 09:18

    Remillard Park

    Walk west to Remillard Park. It is a short stroll from the anchor and provides early-level rock climbing challenges and a play area if you want to pause for a quick break.

  3. 09:39

    Berkeley Rose Garden

    Continue west to the Berkeley Rose Garden. This half-hour walk north of the campus area is especially nice for watching the light change. The garden hosts over 12,000 species, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely afternoon stroll.

Local tip

Since there are no food or drink options listed in the immediate vicinity of these parks, bring water and a snack. The walk between Terrace View Park and the Rose Garden is gentle but covers some distance, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

Check before you go

  • Verify the opening hours of the Berkeley Rose Garden, as garden access can vary by season.
  • Check the bus routes if you need transport between the hilltop parks, as walking times can add up.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Berkeley (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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