Student Life
CIP students love Berkeley and the Bay Area!
Things to Do in Berkeley
The moderate climate, superb park system and access to the ocean and mountains make Berkeley a great city for outdoor recreation.
Typical outings include:
- UC Berkeley Campus events
- Berkeley Marina
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Tilden Regional Park
- UC Berkeley Botanical Garden
- Hiking scenic trails
- Local music and theater
- Oakland and San Francisco Zoo
- Farmers markets
- Professional sporting events
- Emeryville shopping
Cultural and educational events include local festivals, the San Francisco MOMA, Chabot Space Center and cruises to Alcatraz and Angel Island. CIP has weekly activity meetings where students are involved in choosing and planning these events.
Transportation
CIP Berkeley is centrally located in the heart of downtown Berkeley and is close to public transit, Berkeley City College, UC Berkeley, the historic Berkeley City Library, and countless cafes and restaurants featuring cuisine from around the world. The Berkeley Center is an easy drive from both San Francisco and Oakland airports.
