Lower Bal, CA
Oakland
Popular places to visit

Jack London Square
Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.

University of California, Berkeley
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

Oakland Arena
Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Greek Theater
President Theodore Roosevelt and the Dalai Lama are among the iconic figures who have graced the stage of this neoclassical open-air bowl.

Oakland Zoo
Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.
Things to do

San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour
Lower Bal Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Lower Bal

Fruitvale
While you're in Fruitvale, take in top sights like Côte West and jump on the metro at Fruitvale Station to see more of the city.

Gold Coast
While Gold Coast might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Jack London Square.

West Alameda
While visiting West Alameda, you might make a stop by sights like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum.

Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

Downtown Oakland
Central business district with a mix of residential, retail, and office spaces, Downtown Oakland offers an Entertainment District, historic theaters, Oakland Museum, and outdoor retail mall. Easily accessible via BART and AC Transit.

Piedmont Avenue
When in Piedmont Avenue, you can plan a visit to Mountain View Cemetery and Paramount Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.