West Oakland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Learn about the local history of Oakland with a stop at Jack London Square. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
University of California, Berkeley
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops 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 galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in West Oakland
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Nice Property at an excellent location. Good restaurants around. Hotel staff is humble and helpful. Great Breakfast too. Super clean rooms
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Wonderful
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The entire experience was good.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Breakfast was fantastic (with a view) and great staff that made sure that rooms were clean for guests!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Clean rooms. Exceptional service by all check in staff
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Checking in and lobby services were fast and efficient. Not sure if my level of stay prompted complimentary water, but any comps are definitely welcome!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Oakland
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Grand Lake Theater.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph isn't home to many top sights, Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay are some notable places to visit 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.
West Oakland Travel Guide
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Park
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Lombard Street
- Jack London Square
- Alcatraz Island
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of San Francisco
- San Francisco State University
- Oakland Arena
- Ferry Building
- San Mateo County Event Center
- Ocean Beach
- Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
- Palace Hotel
- California Academy of Sciences
- San Francisco Zoo
- Fox Theater
