Dimond Travel Guide
Oakland



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 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Dimond

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Cafe bar staff are great helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Great location and affordable for a quick stay. Close to Chinatown, several restaurants and you can walk down to the water. Rooms are small and very little counter space in the bathroom. Definitely a deal for those on a budget though!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Very nice and clean rooms, the breakfast and staff were phenomenal. The only thing I would change is I had no access to streaming channels, like Netflix or Hulu in the room’s TV. Great stay but not much to watch on TV.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Their room that they give us smells and extinct parking lot is too expensive. They never tell you that before you book in so be careful if you have a truck you’re paying $80 not a good experience to say I recommend.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
The staff was very helpful, considerate and friendly, the property was very clean and inviting which made for a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Fairmont San Francisco
ADA beds too high
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dimond

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
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.

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.

Upper Rockridge
While there might not be top attractions in Upper Rockridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.

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.

Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.

