Oakland, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Oakland
Where to stay in Oakland
Downtown Oakland
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.
Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
Albany
The seaside views and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Albany. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are a few top sights nearby.
South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
University of California, Berkeley
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Oakland Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Oakland Zoo during your trip to Oakland? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
San Francisco Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
San Francisco: Airplane Private Night Bay Tour
6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California
Other places like Oakland
- Jack London Square
- University of California
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
- Oakland Arena
- Berkeley Marina
- Greek Theater
- Oakland Zoo
- Fox Theater
- California State University East Bay
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
- Oakland City Center
- Paramount Theatre
- Oakland Convention Center
- USS Hornet Museum
- Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Oakland Museum of California
- Chabot Space and Science Center
- Memorial Stadium
- Chabot College
- East Bay Regional Park District
- Bay Street
- Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
- Children's Hospital Oakland
- UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
- Redwood Regional Park
- Telegraph Avenue
- Tilden Regional Park
- University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
- Emeryville Marina
- Golden Gate Fields