Downtown Oakland
Oakland
Visit Downtown Oakland
Popular places to visit
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Paramount Theatre
Come and see the ballet, a concert or a stand-up comedy performance at this spectacular art deco theater in the heart of Oakland.
Oakland City Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Oakland City Center during your visit to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Oakland Museum of California
Delve into Californian history at this interdisciplinary museum, which features enthralling exhibits of landscape paintings, cultural artifacts and natural science under one roof.
Jack London's Cabin
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Jack London's Cabin. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Old Oakland
During your trip to Oakland, you can enjoy retail therapy at Old Oakland. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Oakland
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Clean room, easy check in.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
My new favorite hotel when traveling to San Francisco. The hotel is located in a Perfect location, walkable to all major attractions and dining. Safe area with secure, reasonably priced parking. Can’t wait until my next SF venture and to stay again at the Hilton!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Nice welcome at check in. Clean and tasteful room furnishings. Hot tub was out of commission but sauna was hot and the pool warm. The walk along the shoreline with views of the City was a highlight.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Great staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Friendly staff, easy check in and clean room
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Oakland
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu 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 Grand Lake Theater and Paramount Theatre.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
