Downtown Oakland
Oakland
Visit Downtown Oakland
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Oakland
Oakland Marriott City Center
"Upon arrival at 7pm on a Friday, i was behind one group....it took almost 30 minutes for check in as only one person was working, i found it odd to have that on a holiday weekend..receptionistwas really doing her best! . Room and property was clean. Until the next morning when we exited our room ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Breakfast was great"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"The hotel it was ok a bit dirty but is really unfair we have to pay $70 per parking the hotel isn’t that cheap to cover extra charge for parking"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The staff at this hotel couldn't be better. Everyone we interacted with was courteous and beyond helpful. Our rooms and the common areas were spotless. The breakfast buffet was delicious, with plenty of choices and restocked as needed. And the location is ideal. I highly recommend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Nice clean, friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location, helpful and friendly staff and the room was super comfortable and quiet! The only thing missing - update the TV experience by having an on screen programming guide. Also allow to Chromecast your your own entertainment."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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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 Lakeside Park and Garden Center 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 Chapel of the Chimes and Children's Fairyland.
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.
