Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.
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 art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
Top hotels in Fruitvale
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Very good service.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
amazing experience definitely recommending it and coming back out for New Year’s
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Spotless, easy to navigate, quiet rooms, wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Fairmont San Francisco
Nice location,beautiful neighborhood.Nice and artistic spaces.Very polite and capable staff
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fruitvale
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.
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.
Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Piedmont Sports Field or Davie Tennis Stadium.
Montclair
While Montclair isn't home to many top sights, Piedmont Sports Field and Chabot Space and Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temescal Farmers' Market and Grand Lake Theater.
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.
