Alameda Point Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Alameda Point
Popular places to visit
USS Hornet Museum
You can learn about the history of Alameda with a trip to USS Hornet Museum. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
St. George Spirits
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at St. George Spirits during your travels to Alameda. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.
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 Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group
Top hotels in Alameda Point
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Breakfast was outstanding more than you could ask for in a buffet."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Ok"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The view from our room on the 23rd floor was amazing! Our bed faced large windows and we had a great city view day and night. We also ate several times at the restaurant and enjoyed good meals."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Love the free coffee and water!!! Room was clean, comfy beds and pillows !!! And love the cozy terrace."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"Clean, and right for a few business nights."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
"Good hotel, close to strategic places."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alameda Point
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.
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.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
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 Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
