Guidebook for Oakland
Parks & Nature
Walking the lake is a wonderful way to enjoy Oakland. It is about 3 miles all the way around.
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardWalking the lake is a wonderful way to enjoy Oakland. It is about 3 miles all the way around.
Lake Chabot
Wonderful spot for some serenity and nice walks.
Great place for a picnic, a name of frisbee and just enjoying a walk around the water and through the trees.
65 locals recommend
Lake Temescal
Great place for a picnic, a name of frisbee and just enjoying a walk around the water and through the trees.
Redwood Regional Park
7867 Redwood RoadGreat hiking trails and views of the bay
Arts & Culture
Great California history along with special exhibits
547 locals recommend
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak StGreat California history along with special exhibits
Shopping
Great outdoor mall with some high end stores like Williams Sonoma, Fossil, Banana Republic and Athletica along with restaurants and an AMC 10 screen theater.
126 locals recommend
Bay Street Emeryville
5616 Bay StGreat outdoor mall with some high end stores like Williams Sonoma, Fossil, Banana Republic and Athletica along with restaurants and an AMC 10 screen theater.
Food Scene
Arizmendi Bakery & Pizzeria
4301 San Pablo AveGreat fresh pizza and baked goods
Essentials
Pak N Save Pharmacy
3889 San Pablo AveYou bag yourself...It's essentially a Safeway store