Berkeley Buddhist Monastery aspires to provide a safe haven of tranquility and wisdom in an urban environment. A daily schedule of monastic practices anchors the classes, lectures and cultural programs that combine to make this monastery one of the more active spiritual centers of the Bay Area.

Tel: (916) 374-8268
Fax: (916) 374-8234

NOTE:  During your meals at the City you are welcome to eat as much as you wish.  However, please make sure to eat all that you take.  If you are not sure how much you can eat, remember that you can always go back for seconds.  We want to be careful to protect our resources as well as our blessings.  Thanks for your consideration.

The City of Dharma Realm is a major training center for women who have been ordained in the celibate monastic tradition, as well as devoted members of the laity.  In order to maintain the purity of this lifestyle, we request that all guests at the City refrain from smoking, taking intoxicants or recreational drugs, or eating or carrying onto the grounds any meat, poultry, fish or eggs.  We appreciate your understanding and support of our way of life.