West Oakland
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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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit 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 enjoy a show at Greek Theater during your trip to Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco City Lights Cruise (2-hours)
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Francisco Movie Sights City Tour
Top hotels in West Oakland
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
The hotel is in very good shape, all clean, has all amenities; Parking in garage was expensive at $49/night and was not included in price. THE BIGGEST PROBLEM WAS THAT THEY DID NOT TELL US IF YOU ARE NEXT TO ELEVATORS YOU WILL GET TERRIBLE NOISE ALL NIGHT LONG!! (EVERY 5 -20 SECONDS THE WALLS SEEMED ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Staff helpful and courteous
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fist time staying here and will stay here again . Friendly staff and easy parking access
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
All the staff are super friendly and the rooms are great!
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great view
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Oakland
Downtown Oakland
Theaters, 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.
Temescal
While visiting Temescal, you might make a stop by sights like Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Shafter
While you're in Shafter, take in top sights like Temescal Farmers' Market and jump on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the city.
Upper Telegraph
While Upper Telegraph might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Telegraph Avenue and Chabad of the East Bay.