Guidebook for Oakland
Everything Else
3+mile flat and interesting walk around the nation's first bird sanctuary; interesting architectural views
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt Boulevard3+mile flat and interesting walk around the nation's first bird sanctuary; interesting architectural views
Arts & Culture
Paramount Theatre
2025 BroadwayArt Deco style, concerts, family movie nights
Grand Lake Theater
3200 Grand AveBeautiful theater, 3-5 sub theaters, inexpensive matinees.
Sightseeing
World class exhibits of California Art, History and Natural Science, great architecture and enclosed park.
547 locals recommend
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak StWorld class exhibits of California Art, History and Natural Science, great architecture and enclosed park.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveGood selection, prices
Very high quality organic foods, prepared meals, coffee shop, more
553 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
230 Bay PlVery high quality organic foods, prepared meals, coffee shop, more
Grand Lake Farmers Market
746 Grand AveOutdoor Organic foods, music, food stalls.
Food Scene
Bacheesos
246 Grand AvePersian foods, Friday night Jazz, Saturday night belly dancing
Top Dog
2534 Durant AveMultiple choices of hot dogs, excellent
Coach Sushi
532 Grand Aveexcellent Japanese food
Drinks & Nightlife
Sister
3308 Grand AveGreat Pizza and well-mixed drinks
Camino
3917 Grand AveGood food
Michel Bistro
3343 Lakeshore AvenueFrench Cuisine, Open Table reservations