Old Oakland
Oakland
Visit Old Oakland
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
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
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
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 acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices 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
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran
Old Oakland Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The eggs were over cooked
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Very good for business trips
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Amenities were great and location was the best. The hotel staff were courteous and the coffee option in the lobby was the best. Everything about this hotel is a flying star.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Fabulous room in a well stocked hotel. Good pool area, laundry, on site food, parking. In a great area of San Francisco
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
It was safe, well priced for its location and clean. I would have loved to have a microwave but all other amenities were good.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
The actual bar at this location was bad, no beer on tap, rooms were clean but felt really old compared to the rest of the building
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old 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.
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.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
San Antonio
While visiting San Antonio, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center.
West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum.
Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Mountain View Cemetery and Children's Fairyland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
