Jack London District Travel Guide
Oakland





Visit Jack London District
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.

Jack London's Cabin
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Jack London's Cabin. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Rosenblum Cellars
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rosenblum Cellars during your travels to Oakland. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

USS Potomac
Learn about the local history of Oakland when you spend time at USS Potomac. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Plank
Enjoy a stop at Plank, an entertaining place to visit in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a stop at C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station. Experience the theatre scene or attend a sporting event 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 Jack London District

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 21 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
My second time staying at Hilton FiDi. Great room, location and service as always.
Reviewed on 22 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 Jack London District

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.

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.

San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu 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.

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

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.
