Fruitvale 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.
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.
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.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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
San Francisco: Best City Highlights Tour Open Air Van Small Group
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
SF: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) Entry Ticket
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco: Shared Deluxe Bus sightseeing Tour with guide
Top hotels in Fruitvale
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"very comfortable to stay in hte hotel"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"The beds were a little hard and very squeaky but over all it was nice"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Great location to explore San Francisco."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Was very good. Clean and quiet"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"The front desk staff manager " Josh " was superb. From the first day to the last day the service was better than perfect. Josh informed me of the area attractions and the best ways to navigate them to ensure that my daughter and I had the best time in addition to our planned trip activities . Also ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Clean room, great, helpful, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fruitvale
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
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 Chapel of the Chimes and Children's Fairyland.
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.
