Downtown Oakland Travel Guide

Oakland

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Stay near popular Downtown Oakland attractions

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Fox Theater

8.0/10 (215 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self Led Exploration

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

฿506
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
Picture 1 for Activity San Francisco: Skip-the-Line Escape from The Rock Bay Cruise

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

฿1,316
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)

฿2,227
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Bridge 2 Bridge Tour: Golden Gate Bridge to Bay Bridge

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise

฿1,620
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise
Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket

฿970
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
San Francisco City Lights Cruise

San Francisco City Lights Cruise

฿1,957
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Francisco City Lights Cruise
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Top hotels in Downtown Oakland

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is ฿3,974 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿3,974
฿4,678 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,491 reviews)
"We stayed in this hotel to stay in a different are of SF and away from the tourist trap of Union Square. The location on Van Ness is great, it is walking distance to many restaurants, and super easy bus ride to China Town and Union Square if you feel you need to visit ( Buses 1 and 2). I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿3,983 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿3,983
฿6,070 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is ฿5,064 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿5,064
฿5,960 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,898 reviews)
"Our initial room was located at the far end of the building, which meant quite a long walk from the elevators. Unfortunately, the cleanliness of the room was also disappointing. It was noticeably dusty, to the point that I started experiencing itchiness and frequent sneezing. We requested a room ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿2,400 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿2,400
฿2,825 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,220 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿3,220
฿3,670 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿4,902 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,902
฿5,770 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,739 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Oakland

Find the best Downtown Oakland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Oakland
Learn more about Downtown Oakland
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Downtown Oakland Travel Guide