Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley (must see)
Visitors to Berkeley, California can walk from Oakland to the University of California without leaving Telegraph Avenue. However, to most people, Telegraph Avenue refers to a four block stretch of road between Bancroft and Dwight Way.
The name of Telegraph Avenue dates to 1859 when a telegraph line was run through the area. UC Berkeley built near and around the Avenue, starting with Sather Gate in 1910. Construction on Sproul Plaza began in the 1940s, which overtook part of Telegraph Avenue. The remaining portion of the street in this area was renamed Sather Road in honor of UC Berkeley benefector Jane Sather.
Telegraph Avenue is a popular spot for dining, shopping and people watching. There has been much talk of turning the one-way street into a pedestrian-only walkway due to the narrow road and the large number of walkers who populate the area.
Near Telegraph Avenue is People's Park, which is a particularly important location to those who remember the Free Speech Movement of the 1960s. People's Park was the location of "Bloody Thursday," which is illustrated in mural-form on Haste Street.
The name of Telegraph Avenue dates to 1859 when a telegraph line was run through the area. UC Berkeley built near and around the Avenue, starting with Sather Gate in 1910. Construction on Sproul Plaza began in the 1940s, which overtook part of Telegraph Avenue. The remaining portion of the street in this area was renamed Sather Road in honor of UC Berkeley benefector Jane Sather.
Telegraph Avenue is a popular spot for dining, shopping and people watching. There has been much talk of turning the one-way street into a pedestrian-only walkway due to the narrow road and the large number of walkers who populate the area.
Near Telegraph Avenue is People's Park, which is a particularly important location to those who remember the Free Speech Movement of the 1960s. People's Park was the location of "Bloody Thursday," which is illustrated in mural-form on Haste Street.
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Telegraph Avenue on Map
Sight Name: Telegraph Avenue
Sight Location: Berkeley, USA (See walking tours in Berkeley)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Berkeley, USA (See walking tours in Berkeley)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Berkeley, California
Create Your Own Walk in Berkeley
Creating your own self-guided walk in Berkeley is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Berkeley's Historic Landmarks Walking Tour
Berkeley, California, boasts a fair amount of landmarks distinguished for their historical value and representative of the city’s architectural beauty.
One such gem is the Thorsen House, an iconic residence designed by the renowned architectural firm Greene and Green, showcasing the American Craftsman style.
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, is another notable sight. Its mixed design... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
One such gem is the Thorsen House, an iconic residence designed by the renowned architectural firm Greene and Green, showcasing the American Craftsman style.
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, is another notable sight. Its mixed design... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
University of California in Berkeley Walking Tour
The University of California, Berkeley, often referred to as UC Berkeley or simply Berkeley, is a part of the larger University of California system, known for its distinguished academics and vibrant campus life. The UC Berkeley campus is the core of Berkeley's attractions. Its design resulted from an 1898 architectural competition, with each building having its own story to tell.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Start... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Berkeley Introduction Walking Tour
The Ohlone people were the original inhabitants of the area that is now known as Berkeley, California. Many of them were casualties of the presence of the first settlers of European descent who arrived with the De Anza Expedition of 1776.
Among the soldiers in this expedition was Luis Peralta, who was gifted the land that would become Berkeley by the King of Spain. Peralta gifted the land to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Among the soldiers in this expedition was Luis Peralta, who was gifted the land that would become Berkeley by the King of Spain. Peralta gifted the land to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Telegraph Avenue Shopping
In addition to other attractions, the colorful and joyful city of Berkeley, California offers a wide variety of places to shop. Perhaps the most notable among them is Telegraph Avenue, a vibrant and eclectic thoroughfare, featuring a unique blend of cultural diversity and youthful energy.
One of the standout landmarks on Telegraph Avenue is the Berkeley Hat Company. Here, you'll find an... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.6 Km or 0.4 Miles
One of the standout landmarks on Telegraph Avenue is the Berkeley Hat Company. Here, you'll find an... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.6 Km or 0.4 Miles