Concord, CA

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Concord
Concord
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Escape the SanFrancisco Bay area’s crowded metropolitan region with a trip to this laid-backCalifornian city, home to one of America’s most popular jazz festivals.

The relaxed suburban town of Concord isjust 30 miles (48 kilometers) from the heart of San Francisco, but you’ll feellike you’re hours from the city. Concord is the perfect family vacation destination,with theme parks, water parks and outdoor cinemas to entertain the kids.Discover the local heritage as you visit historic buildings scatteredthroughout the city or do some shopping at the local mall.

Concord is conveniently located, withmany major attractions just beyond its city limits. Explore Berkeley, home toone of America’s most prestigious universities, or climb Mt. Diablo, one of thetallest peaks in the area.

Spend the day riding waterslides orracing your friends at Waterworld California. With gentle to thrilling waterslidesand plenty of attractions aimed for small children, it provides the perfectfamily day out. Head to nearby Pixieland Amusement Park for more family fun.The park is focused on younger children and is interactive, educational andmodest in price. For old-fashioned fun, catch a film at the Solano Drive-In,one of the last of its kind in California.

Concord is home to a progressive artsscene. From the 1970s on, native son Dave Brubeck, Ella Fitzgerald and othersperformed each summer at the Concord Jazz Festival. Look for modern headlinerslike CeeLo Green, OneRepublic, Linkin Park and Steely Dan in the summer concertseries at the Concord Pavilion, the city's main amphitheater. Concord also has astrong legacy of theater and the performing arts. Academy Award-winning actorTom Hanks was born here.

The city is best navigated by car. Findfree or metered parking throughout Concord. A bus service also runs throughoutthe town. Drive outside the city limits to see the majesty of Mt. Diablo StatePark. Visit the bohemian locals of Berkeley, the Bay Area city that boasts oneof the most recognized universities in the nation.

Concord Plaza Hotel

Concord Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
45 John Glenn Drive, Concord, CA
Fully refundable
$97 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$110 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Concord. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (936 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Concord Plaza Hotel
Hilton Concord

Hilton Concord

3.5 out of 5
1970 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA
$123 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$139 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Concord. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"All is excellent but it’s a number that you have to pay for parking"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Hilton Concord
Hampton Inn Concord

Hampton Inn Concord

2.5 out of 5
1785 Pine Street, Concord, CA
$126 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
$142 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Concord. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (258 reviews)
"Brand new hotel. Super clean, nice rooms."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Hampton Inn Concord
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming Home in Concord  near San Francisco

Charming Home in Concord near San Francisco

Concord
Stay at this vacation home in Concord. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Concord Pavilion and Pixieland Amusement Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Concord Place
"Enjoyed my stay. Cute place."

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

Charming Home in Concord near San Francisco
Modern contempary house.

Modern contempary house.

Concord
Stay at this vacation home in Concord. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Concord Pavilion and Willows Theater are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"The house was in a nice neighborhood. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen is huge with lots of countertop space. I only wish we were there a few weeks later to enjoy all the amazing fruit trees in the backyard."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Modern contempary house.
DESIGNER East Bay Remodel Home

DESIGNER East Bay Remodel Home

Concord
Stay at this vacation home in Concord. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Concord Pavilion and Newhall Community Park are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"Great locationA short stroll away from a beautiful, big park. Including pathways, sporting fields, children's playground and designated, grassy dog park. The property is kept clean and the appliances we used, including BBQ were in good working order. Clean linen and decent towels provided. The back ..."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

DESIGNER East Bay Remodel Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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