Downtown Oakland Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Oakland
Stay near popular Downtown Oakland attractions
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Oakland

Jack London Inn

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"I can't say enough good things about this hotel. The location is incredible, literally 2 blocks from Pier 39. Every staff member was incredibly helpful and genuinely happy and friendly. But best of all was rhe breakfast buffet. It had everything we could ask for and more, and incredibly fresh. I ..."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"For the price of this Hilton and no swimming pool it’s not the Hilton that is no no pool restaurant doesn’t really open close at eight bar close at 10 if that’s what you were looking for and that’s the place for you at $400 a room it wasn’t worth it, but it wasn’t the Hilton that I come to know and ..."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"The hotel itself is beautiful, but unfortunately, the customer service is anything but accommodating. We ended up needing additional sleeping space, so I requested a rollaway bed and was told no. I then asked about upgrading to a larger room and was told the hotel was completely sold out with absolutely ..."
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Berkeley Marina and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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.

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.

South Berkeley
While you're in South Berkeley, take in top sights like Telegraph Avenue and jump on the metro at Ashby Station to see more of the city.























