Oakland Highlights
Sightseeing
Oakland Zoo
9777 Golf Links Rdhttps://www.oaklandzoo.org/
Food scene
Situated along the scenic Oakland estuary, Jack London Square is a vibrant lifestyle destination hub bringing together outdoor recreation, premium dining, special events, and exciting entertainment opportunities.
With lively events like weekly Farmers Markets, vendor villages, art expos, outdoor movie screenings, dancing instruction, career technology fairs, and more there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Emerge yourself in the relaxation of the waterfront by kayaking, bicycling, strolling, and jogging along the Bay Trail or picnicking on one of our grass lawn areas to meet/greet, sip, chat, and relax with a view.
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Jack London Square
472 Water StSituated along the scenic Oakland estuary, Jack London Square is a vibrant lifestyle destination hub bringing together outdoor recreation, premium dining, special events, and exciting entertainment opportunities.
With lively events like weekly Farmers Markets, vendor villages, art expos, outdoor movie screenings, dancing instruction, career technology fairs, and more there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Emerge yourself in the relaxation of the waterfront by kayaking, bicycling, strolling, and jogging along the Bay Trail or picnicking on one of our grass lawn areas to meet/greet, sip, chat, and relax with a view.
One of the neighborhood's most popular dining options, Pizzaiolo (5008 Telegraph Avenue at 50th Street) specializes in seasonal Italian cuisine and authentic wood-fire oven-baked pizzas.
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Pizzaiolo
5008 Telegraph AveOne of the neighborhood's most popular dining options, Pizzaiolo (5008 Telegraph Avenue at 50th Street) specializes in seasonal Italian cuisine and authentic wood-fire oven-baked pizzas.
Oliveto is a highly rated Italian restaurant that uses local organic ingredients and even works with grain farmers and millers to create the flour for its pasta and pizza.
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Oliveto
5655 College AveOliveto is a highly rated Italian restaurant that uses local organic ingredients and even works with grain farmers and millers to create the flour for its pasta and pizza.
Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine
710 Florida StTrabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
2213 S Shore CenterTaqueria Sinaloa
2138 International BlvdLocal food truck
Kiraku
2566B Telegraph AveJapanese tapas
Marufuku Ramen
4828 Telegraph Avenue4828 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
Burma Superstar
4721 Telegraph Avehttps://burmasuperstar.getbento.com/
East Ocean Seafood Restaurant
1713 Webster StGreat dim sum place.
Theatre, Shows
Paramount Theatre
2025 BroadwayParamount Theatre just celebrated their 90th Anniversary!
Built in 1928, the Fox Theater is an architectural masterpiece and former movie house that underwent a $75 million renovation to reopen its doors in February of 2009 under the direction of Another Planet Entertainment.
Featuring jaw-dropping original details, state-of-the-art Meyer sound system and a capacity of up to 2,800, the Fox is continuously recognized as a favorite among touring artists and fans alike.
The Fox Theater’s leading presence in Oakland has anchored the long-awaited renaissance of an Uptown entertainment district of theaters, restaurants, and nightspots.
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Fox Theater
1807 Telegraph AveBuilt in 1928, the Fox Theater is an architectural masterpiece and former movie house that underwent a $75 million renovation to reopen its doors in February of 2009 under the direction of Another Planet Entertainment.
Featuring jaw-dropping original details, state-of-the-art Meyer sound system and a capacity of up to 2,800, the Fox is continuously recognized as a favorite among touring artists and fans alike.
The Fox Theater’s leading presence in Oakland has anchored the long-awaited renaissance of an Uptown entertainment district of theaters, restaurants, and nightspots.
Golf
Lake Chabot Golf Course
11450 Golf Links RdSet just feet from the San Francisco Bay in San Leandro, California, Monarch Bay Golf Club provides magnificent course conditions and stunning views of the Peninsula and the San Francisco skyline, making it one of the best values in the Bay Area. Monarch Bay Golf Club offers a challenging and memorable 18-hole links course as well as the fun and entertaining Marina Course, a 9-hole executive course. The 7,015-yard par 71 championship John Harbottle design features six distinct tees, allowing players to set their own challenge based on their level of play; all surrounded by a stunning natural environment only a links-style course can provide. At Monarch Bay Golf Club, our mission is to provide first-class facilities and services to the golf community and operate with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Come play a round and see why Golf Digest called Monarch Bay Golf Club “Scotland West.”
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Monarch Bay Golf Club
13800 Monarch Bay DrSet just feet from the San Francisco Bay in San Leandro, California, Monarch Bay Golf Club provides magnificent course conditions and stunning views of the Peninsula and the San Francisco skyline, making it one of the best values in the Bay Area. Monarch Bay Golf Club offers a challenging and memorable 18-hole links course as well as the fun and entertaining Marina Course, a 9-hole executive course. The 7,015-yard par 71 championship John Harbottle design features six distinct tees, allowing players to set their own challenge based on their level of play; all surrounded by a stunning natural environment only a links-style course can provide. At Monarch Bay Golf Club, our mission is to provide first-class facilities and services to the golf community and operate with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Come play a round and see why Golf Digest called Monarch Bay Golf Club “Scotland West.”
Neighborhoods
One of the oldest Chinatowns in the United States, Chinatown Oakland was settled in the 1850s, shortly after the gold rush. No longer just Chinese, this 16-block area is Pan Asian, with Koreans, Vietnamese and Japanese.
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Chinatown
One of the oldest Chinatowns in the United States, Chinatown Oakland was settled in the 1850s, shortly after the gold rush. No longer just Chinese, this 16-block area is Pan Asian, with Koreans, Vietnamese and Japanese.
The 3.1-mile Lake Merritt can be walked, jogged, paddled, peddled or gondola-ed. A favorite is the authentic Venetian gondolas for two or more. Looking for a lakeside guide? The audio historic tour, “Once upon a time, happily ever after,” can be downloaded online, starting at the Rotary Nature Center.
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Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardThe 3.1-mile Lake Merritt can be walked, jogged, paddled, peddled or gondola-ed. A favorite is the authentic Venetian gondolas for two or more. Looking for a lakeside guide? The audio historic tour, “Once upon a time, happily ever after,” can be downloaded online, starting at the Rotary Nature Center.
At the foot of the Oakland Hills, Rockridge is a lovely burby-like haven where Cal Berkeley grads come to live when they exit their 20s and start yearning for historic cottages, nice gardens, and a 99 walk score.
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Rockridge
At the foot of the Oakland Hills, Rockridge is a lovely burby-like haven where Cal Berkeley grads come to live when they exit their 20s and start yearning for historic cottages, nice gardens, and a 99 walk score.
West Oakland has long been the neighborhood of Oakland with strong African American roots that earned a nickname Harlem of the West. Aretha Franklin, Billie Holiday and Big Mama Thornton among others had gigs along the 7th Street strip. Later, the Black Panthers set up HQ. Despite this Bluesy activist history, the neighborhood hit hard times. But today it’s undergoing a growth spurt driven by grassroots organizations. Newcomers co-mingle with the old guard to create unique fusions like the po’-mi sandwich at 10th and Wood restaurant (bah-mi + po-boy) and Seoul /Soul izakaya at FuseBox restaurant. Dilapidated Victorian mansions, once the home of sea captains, are being spit shined. Colorful street art decorates businesses. Civic pride runs high.
West Oakland
West Oakland has long been the neighborhood of Oakland with strong African American roots that earned a nickname Harlem of the West. Aretha Franklin, Billie Holiday and Big Mama Thornton among others had gigs along the 7th Street strip. Later, the Black Panthers set up HQ. Despite this Bluesy activist history, the neighborhood hit hard times. But today it’s undergoing a growth spurt driven by grassroots organizations. Newcomers co-mingle with the old guard to create unique fusions like the po’-mi sandwich at 10th and Wood restaurant (bah-mi + po-boy) and Seoul /Soul izakaya at FuseBox restaurant. Dilapidated Victorian mansions, once the home of sea captains, are being spit shined. Colorful street art decorates businesses. Civic pride runs high.
Perhaps one of the biggest signposts of being in Montclair and the Oakland Hills is the squiggly (dare we say, hairpin?) roads and scenery re-set from urban to forestry. This wealthy outpost, just off Highway 13, contains some of the most coveted real estate in the Bay Area. You won’t find industrial restaurant décor or mustachioed baristas in this pedestrian-friendly village, exuding a Bavarian mountain town vibe. Montclair also happens to be a terrific launching point into Oakland’s wilderness; some of the East Bay’s best hiking is found in nearby Redwood Regional and Joaquin Miller parks, and other gems like Chabot Space & Science Center are tucked away in the hills.
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Montclair
Perhaps one of the biggest signposts of being in Montclair and the Oakland Hills is the squiggly (dare we say, hairpin?) roads and scenery re-set from urban to forestry. This wealthy outpost, just off Highway 13, contains some of the most coveted real estate in the Bay Area. You won’t find industrial restaurant décor or mustachioed baristas in this pedestrian-friendly village, exuding a Bavarian mountain town vibe. Montclair also happens to be a terrific launching point into Oakland’s wilderness; some of the East Bay’s best hiking is found in nearby Redwood Regional and Joaquin Miller parks, and other gems like Chabot Space & Science Center are tucked away in the hills.
Things to do
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline BlvdA favorite way to think of our park was summed up in San Francisco magazine. Children’s Fairyland, they said, is “as miniature and uncynical as a toddler’s beating heart.” We agree. Children’s Fairyland is, in many ways, a timeless reminder of the joys of standing three-feet tall.
Explore this section to find out more about our famous storybook sets, 70-year history, and the dedicated people who make it all possible.
https://fairyland.org/
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Sprookjesland voor kinderen
699 Bellevue AveA favorite way to think of our park was summed up in San Francisco magazine. Children’s Fairyland, they said, is “as miniature and uncynical as a toddler’s beating heart.” We agree. Children’s Fairyland is, in many ways, a timeless reminder of the joys of standing three-feet tall.
Explore this section to find out more about our famous storybook sets, 70-year history, and the dedicated people who make it all possible.
https://fairyland.org/
The Temescal Farmers' Market takes place in Temescal Alley everyday Sunday from 9am to 1pm year-round.
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Temescal Farmer's Market
5300 Claremont AveThe Temescal Farmers' Market takes place in Temescal Alley everyday Sunday from 9am to 1pm year-round.
Parks, Hiking
A hidden redwood forest lies off Redwood Road just a few miles over the ridge from downtown Oakland. The forest's peaceful groves give little evidence of the park's bustling past – in the mid-1800s the area was the scene of extensive logging to supply building materials for the San Francisco Bay Area. The logging era has long since passed, and a stately forest of 150-foot coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) has replaced those cut down.
https://www.ebparks.org/parks/redwood/
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Redwood Regionaal Park
7867 Redwood RoadA hidden redwood forest lies off Redwood Road just a few miles over the ridge from downtown Oakland. The forest's peaceful groves give little evidence of the park's bustling past – in the mid-1800s the area was the scene of extensive logging to supply building materials for the San Francisco Bay Area. The logging era has long since passed, and a stately forest of 150-foot coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens) has replaced those cut down.
https://www.ebparks.org/parks/redwood/
Lake Chabot is a man-made lake covering 317 acres in Alameda County, California, United States. Part of the lake lies within Oakland city limits, but most of it lies in unincorporated Castro Valley, just east of San Leandro. It was formed by the damming of San Leandro Creek.
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Lake Chabot Regional Park
17600 Lake Chabot RdLake Chabot is a man-made lake covering 317 acres in Alameda County, California, United States. Part of the lake lies within Oakland city limits, but most of it lies in unincorporated Castro Valley, just east of San Leandro. It was formed by the damming of San Leandro Creek.
Tilden Regional Park
2501 Grizzly Peak Blvd