Oakland Things to Do

 9 Reviews  Oakland's Chinatown is very different from the one in San Francisco. It's an authentic, working-class Chinese-American neighborhood, NOT a tourist trap. In fact, very few tourists go there at all.... 

 8 Reviews  The Paramount Theatre, built in 1931 by architect Timothy L. Phlueger in an Art Deco style which was notable for the depression era in which it was bulit. The façade features large motif’s recalling... 

 11 Reviews  This is a great, small zoo that can be enjoyed in it's entirety in about half a day. There have been constant improvements made over the past several years (perhaps longer), most recently the... 

 4 Reviews  If you're in Oakland between April and September, go catch an Oakland A's home game at the Oakland Coliseum. They are only scheduled to be in Oakland for a few more years, as the plan is to move the... 

 4 Reviews  Visit the PARKWAY THEATRE The Parkway is the coolest cinema that I have ever been to. It is cheap - admission is $5 and there is a 2 for 1 special on Wednesdays. Down at the front of the cinema there... 

 1 Review  This is one of the best museums of its kind. It has two sections: One dealing with California's natural history, the other with its social/cultural history. It's an excellent introduction to the... 

 4 Reviews  Although many people would recommend you to go up the Mormon church to observe the nice view of the bay. But there is a better place to get this view without barriers, Drive up from 35th ave up to the... 

 2 Reviews  This former Coast Guard cutter became the presidential yacht of Franklin D. Roosevelt. It was specially fitted out for his special needs (due to having had polio). Guided dockside tours are offered on... 

 1 Review  This is the finest planetarium in the Bay Area. It's located in the hills overlooking Oakland. Check out the shows. If you get tired of being inside, then hike one of the trails... 

 1 Review  If you are in San Francisco and want to check out the other side of the bay, Jack London Square is the perfect place to visit. I met some friends in JLS for dinner at Kinkaids restaurant, I decided... 

 1 Review  The Oakland zoo is a nice afternoon for the kids. It's not San Diego, but some of the exhibits are very nicely done. Lots of giraffes, a close up view of elephants, some lions and tigers - all in a... 

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 Ewingjr98 Says:  Side by side in the hills above downtown Oakland you will find the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension and the Mormon Oakland Temple. These temples share... 

 Tom_Fields Says:  Oakland has the busiest seaport in nothern California. Harbor tours are available, from Jack London Square. You can also use the ferry boats (see my... 

 lacole Says:  Most people brush off Oakland when visiting the Bay Area. Believe it or not there is a lot to do and see in Oakland especially if you're into shopping. You'll... 

 nrg510 Says:  This North Oakland neighborhood has tons of great restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops along it's main drag (College Avenue). Also many small shops, although... 

 MJL Says:  This historic neighborhood of elegantly restored Victorian commercial buildings dates back to the 1870s. 

 GenuinelyCurious Says:  Festivals throughout the year become opportunities for the swing and salsa crowds to show their stuff and enjoy some of the best weather in the bay area. Come... 

 davequ Says:  Lots of places and things to see in the square. Just walk around and take in all the sights, sounds, smells, and food.Jack London Square is a good place to just... 

 melemeday Says:  BBQ's around the Berkeley Hills area... good company, good food, good times!