Things To Do in Oakland, California

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Oakland Attractions

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  • Oakland is a favourite among adventurers like you. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and explore the best things to do, and a good portion of them can't wait to come back. The most loved things to do can grab the attention of even well-versed globetrotters, and it's easy to see why. Our list includes a wide array of entertainment and opportunities for fun. With Oakland's most visited attractions like the Oakland Museum of California, there is an abundance of selections to choose from when you glance through the top-quality activities here at Expedia Canada.

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What to do in Oakland


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Lake Merritt featuring a pond

Downtown Oakland

3/5(9 area reviews)

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 Oakland
Berkeley showing a river or creek, a sunset and general coastal views

Downtown Berkeley

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Berkeley
Gourmet Ghetto

North Berkeley

If you're spending some time in North Berkeley, Historic Berkeley and Aftel Archive of Curious Scents are top sights worth seeing.

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Piedmont showing street scenes and outdoor art

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.

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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.

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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.

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