4/5 - Good
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Where to stay in Bakersfield
Downtown Bakersfield
3.5/5(122 area reviews)
This central business district is hone to theaters, sports complex, museums, and historical landmarks. Enjoy shopping, dining, Arts District, Civic Center, and Mill Creek. Easily accessible via State Routes and public transit.
Rosedale
You might make a stop by Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall while you're exploring Rosedale.
West Park Community
3/5(158 area reviews)
Though West Park Community might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Camelot Park and Buck Owens Crystal Palace.
Wheeler Ridge
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Wheeler Ridge. You might consider a stop by Outlets at Tejon while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Oleander - Sunset
3.5/5(89 area reviews)
While Oleander - Sunset isn't home to many top sights, McMurtrey Aquatic Center and Mechanics Bank Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Riviera - Westchester
3/5(37 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Riviera - Westchester, Kern River and Camelot Park are top sights worth seeing.
The Padre Hotel
1702 18th St, Bakersfield, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
6501 Colony Rd, Bakersfield, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hyatt Place Bakersfield
310 Coffee Road, Bakersfield, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
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Popular places to visit
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
4/5(92 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Check out the lively bars or charming coffeehouses in this relaxing area.
California State University-Bakersfield
4/5(73 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit California State University-Bakersfield, during your travels in Bakersfield. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Kern County Fairgrounds
3.5/5(185 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Kern County Fairgrounds during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the charming coffeehouses and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Mechanics Bank Arena
4/5(200 reviews)
Catch an event at Mechanics Bank Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Outlets at Tejon
4/5(128 reviews)
During your trip to Arvin, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Outlets at Tejon. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Fox Theater
4/5(114 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Bakersfield Puzzling Adventure
$35
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Bakersfield Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield
$12
per adult
Reviews of Bakersfield
3.6
Guest rating
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I love Bakersfield.
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
Used to live here and it has gone drastically down hill
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Best place i have been in
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Crab shack, Jamaica restaurant was excellent
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Bakersfield will always be home
Other places like Bakersfield
- California State University-Bakersfield
- Kern County Fairgrounds
- Mechanics Bank Arena
- Kern River
- Buck Owens Crystal Palace
- Fox Theater
- The Park At River Walk
- Bakersfield College
- Bakersfield Sports Village
- Kern County Raceway Park
- Valley Plaza Mall
- Kern County Museum
- Golden West Casino
- Hart Memorial Park
- Sam Lynn Ballpark
- McMurtrey Aquatic Center
- Kern River Golf Course
- Ming Seven Golf Course
- Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course
- Camelot Park
- California Living Museum
- Sundale Country Club
- Bakersfield Museum of Art
- Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
- Ernst Quarries