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.
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.
North Berkeley
If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.
West Oakland
Major West Coast port and trade center, this bustling area boasts the busiest port in Northern California, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of coastal terrace prairie, oak woodland, and north coastal scrub.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Oakland Marriott City Center
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 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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Greek Theater
You can enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Movie Filming Locations Bus Tour
San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour
Other places like Oakland
- Jack London Square
- University of California
- Oakland Arena
- Oakland Zoo
- Berkeley Marina
- Greek Theater
- Fox Theater
- California State University East Bay
- Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
- Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center
- Oakland Convention Center
- Paramount Theatre
- Oakland City Center
- East Bay Regional Park District
- USS Hornet Museum
- Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Golden Gate Fields
- UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
- Chabot College
- University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
- Redwood Regional Park
- Children's Hospital Oakland
- Chabot Space and Science Center
- Oakland Museum of California
- Bay Street
- Memorial Stadium
- Children's Fairyland
- Historic Berkeley
- Tilden Regional Park
- Telegraph Avenue