Merritt 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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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.
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.
Things to do
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Top hotels in Merritt
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Loved everything! Buffet was outstanding! Perfect location to Pier 39"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Nice hotel conveniently located near Chinatown."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Clean room & friendly staff."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"We had a great time."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
"Great for solo or budget travel"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"This is a lovely hotel and I will definitely stay here again. Staff is very courteous and helpful. My only issue was that I have a disability that keeps my from using stairs and our room was only accessible by going up stairs or using a weird freight elevator which was constantly not working. I also ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merritt
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
