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 entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums 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

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration
Top hotels in Downtown Oakland

Oakland Marriott City Center
Room was clean and breakfast was good. Staff helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Great location for touring San Francisco! Easy walkng distance to Fisherman's Wharf and Ghirardelli Square.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Easy parking. Quick check in. Quiet room. Close proximity to a Whole Foods Grocery
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Nice place at great location. Staff was very helpful. I’m staying here again at the end of this week.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
One of the best breakfast , great amenities, must experience.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

YOTEL San Francisco
Room was clean, but common areas were consistently messy. The common areas are a fun amenity for those looking to work a remote 9-5 from there, but if you plan on using them I’d prepare to clean up your own area (BYO cleaning wipes). Rooms are small but efficient enough. Gym is better than expected, ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

