Berkeley, CA Local Community

This is a city with a very small population, but no matter how small this place makes a lot of noise. Berkeley has a strong reputation for its liberal politics, which are rooted in the Free Speech Movement of the 1960s.

If you visit this city you will find a very eclectic mix of cultures, this can be attributed to the variety of students that live here. 

The Bay Area has a mild climate year-round with wet winters and dry summers. But don't even worry about being too hot, air conditioning is not considered essential, and in fact, is needed only a few days each year. Berkeley is situated on San Francisco Bay directly across from the Golden Gate, so the city is foggy. 

It is possible to get around Berkeley with a car. Just like nearby San Fran, Berkeley is well-served by public transit. The regional metro system offers excellent service through Berkeley and to/from San Francisco and other parts of the Bay Area.

Once in Berkeley, there is a list of activities that we recommend: 
- Berkeley Art Museum: This small museum packs a big punch with high-profile rotating exhibits and its own collection.
- Berkeley Marina and Pier
- Berkeley Rose Garden, a place for flower lovers. 
- Indian Rock Park: The park is popular with beginning rock climbers during the day, and sunsets are a popular time for friends and couples to visit. 
- Lawrence Hall of Science: this place will be so much fun to visit because it offers hands-on science exhibits, an animal interaction room, and a hands-on design/build room perfect for children.