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 vibrant 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-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flyer, 7D Ride, & Laser Maze Ticket
San Francisco: PIER 39 Flying Theater Adventure
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
San Francisco City Tour in EV Volkswagen Van
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Top hotels in Alameda Point
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I had a corner room, room 700. It was level with a rooftop and the view was incredible. With wall to wall windows on two sides of the room, and mechanized blinds if you wanted to close them. One of the coolest rooms I’ve ever stayed in!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
The room was very clear. I loved the modern decor. The gentleman who checked me in was extremely warm and friendly! Sorry. I forgot to write his name down.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Room was clean. Amenities were okay (there was a small fridge; AC was very cold; and the workstation in the room was large and provided a good view). Would have liked some robes and slippers, which were not included in the room amenities. Furthermore, the coffee machine was not plugged in initially, ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
breakfast food was ok, but selection was limited (no bacon, no sausage)
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The best service ever! Thank you <3
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Clean, nice staff.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alameda Point
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 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.
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 Mountain View Cemetery and Grand Lake Theater.
Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.
