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Visiting Oakland

Travelers to Oakland give high marks for the fun sporting events, entertainment choices, and popular theater scene. This city also attracts tourists with its live music, architecture, and art. Top sights in the city include Oakland Museum of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and Greek Theater.

• There are 203 hotels and other accommodations in Oakland
• The closest major airport is in Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Hayward, CA (HWD-Hayward Executive), 13 mi (20.9 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Oakland

Known for its theaters, live music, and opera, the city's cultural venues include Oakland Museum of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and Greek Theater. The picturesque setting of University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Tilden Regional Park exemplify the city's natural beauty. Baseball fans will find lots to cheer about, while everyone can enjoy an event or game at Oracle Arena, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, or Memorial Stadium.

In Oakland, you'll be able to select from 203 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have ample places to choose from for your holiday getaway. Here are top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area - With a stay at this 3-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its comfortable rooms and overall condition.
• Hampton Inn Union City - Our customers like the dining options and proximity to shopping at this hotel. With a stay at this 2.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an indoor pool, along with free WiFi.
• Hampton Inn Oakland-Hayward - With a stay at this 2.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an outdoor pool, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its helpful staff and WiFi.

Other top sights in Oakland include Chabot Space and Science Center. Outside the city, popular places to visit include Pier 39, located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of the city, and Lombard Street, which is 8.1 mi/13 km away.

Getting Around Oakland

With so many transportation options, exploring all of Oakland is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations like 12th St - Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station, and Lake Merritt Station. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Oakland-Jack London Square Station, Emeryville Station, or Berkeley Station.

Dressing for Oakland

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 65°F and the nighttime average to be 44°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 72°F during the day and 49°F at night
• July through September averages 74°F during the day and 56°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 74°F during the day and 44°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Oakland is 23.50 inches
• Hottest months are usually September and August with an average temperature of 74°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 45°F