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Things to see in Oakland, California (United States): 44 places and when to go
Oakland, California is a major city in United States with around 1,510,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 44 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (15), Nature (9), Wildlife (9). The best known are San Francisco Bay, USS Hornet and Naval Air Station Alameda. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 37.7689, -122.2211
- Population
- About 1,510,000
- Places
- 44 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (15) · Nature (9) · Wildlife (9) · Museums and art (7) · History (5) · With kids (4)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 21 km as the crow flies
What to see in Oakland, California
The places in and around Oakland, California, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- San Francisco BayBay of the Pacific Ocean on the California coast of the United States7.5 km
- USS Hornet1943 Essex-class aircraft carrier7.2 km
- Naval Air Station Alameda1927-1997 military airbase in Alameda, California, USA8.8 km
- Oakland Museum of CaliforniaArt museum in Oakland, California5.0 km
- Oakland California TempleTemple of the LDS church4.7 km
- Oakland ZooZoo and non-profit organization in Oakland, California7.1 km
- Cathedral of Christ the LightCathedral5.9 km
- Pacific Pinball MuseumMuseum in Alameda, California4.9 km
- USS PotomacUnited States presidential yacht6.0 km
- Old St. Raymond's ChurchChurch building in California, United States of America26 km
- Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional ParkPark with large redwood grove in California7.4 km
- Anthony Chabot Regional ParkPark in Alameda County, California8.8 km
- Chabot Space and Science CenterScience museum, planetarium and observatory in the United States6.6 km
- Children's FairylandAmusement park in Oakland, California5.6 km
- Dry Creek Pioneer Regional ParkPark in United States of America25 km
- Dunsmuir HouseHistoric Estate in Oakland, CA7.6 km
- Garin Regional ParkPark in California, United States of America21 km
- Niles Canyon RailwayHeritage railway on Niles Canyon (California) portion of first transcontinental railroad33 km
- San Leandro BayBaylet in the San Francisco Bay2.6 km
- Pleasanton Ridge Regional ParkRegional park in California29 km
- Sycamore Valley Regional Open Space PreserveProtected area25 km
- Vargas Plateau Regional ParkPark in California, United States of America32 km
- Alameda Brewing Co.Brewery1.6 km
- AlmanacBrewery7.0 km
And the other 20, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Ask Jeeves Planetarium, Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove
- Hiking: Bay Area Ridge Trail, Bay Area Ridge Trail, Diablo Regional Trail, San Francisco Bay Trail
- History: Building 43 Winery
- Food and drink: Canyon Club Brewery, Cellarmaker Brewing Co., Dashe Cellars, Drake's Brewing Company, Faction Brewing, Oakland United Beerworks, Original Pattern Brewing Company, Produce & Waterfront Spirits Co., Shapeshifters Brewery, Stage Left Cellars, Urban Legend Cellars, Wine Storage Dublin
- Stargazing: Chabot Space & Science Center Observatory
When to go to Oakland, California
The best time to visit Oakland, California is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:40
- FebPossible10:36
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:02
- JunBest time14:36
- JulBest time14:22
- AugBest time13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. In April, 43 of the 44 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Oakland, California
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 21 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Berkeley, California38 places12 km
- San Francisco64 places17 km
- Walnut Creek13 places23 km
- San Mateo, California29 places25 km
- San Rafael12 places36 km
- Vallejo, California30 places38 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Oakland, California?
The best known: San Francisco Bay, USS Hornet, Naval Air Station Alameda, Oakland Museum of California, Oakland California Temple. In all, 44 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Oakland, California?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Oakland, California?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 21 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Oakland, California as the destination and these 44 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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