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15 Best Things To Do in Oakland, California

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About Oakland, California


As the name shows, Oakland is known for the oak trees that fill this beautiful city sitting on the San Francisco Bay. Previously, Oakland was primarily just a manufacturing city, but now, it has developed a sense of style and boasts a diverse community.

Immigrants from all over the world, including Mexico, Italy, and India, make Oakland a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, which means the cuisine in the city is to die for. Moreover, the city holds a number of street fairs and festivals each year, which are attended by thousands of enthusiasts.

Some popular attractions in the city include the Oakland Museum of California, Jack London Square, Redwood Regional Park, Oakland Zoo, and the beautiful Lake Merritt.

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Weather in February


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52.4 ° average temp
0" of snow

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Oakland Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Oakland? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Oakland.



Places to Stay in Oakland


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Oakland. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Oakland


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Oakland.



Best Things to do in Oakland, CA


These are the best things to do in the greater Oakland area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Oakland


Sonoma Zipline Adventures

Sonoma Zipline Adventures

Based on 865 Reviews
Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing

Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing

Based on 515 Reviews
Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides

Napa Valley Aloft Balloon Rides

Based on 305 Reviews


Museums in Oakland


Artistic Picture Framing

Artistic Picture Framing

Based on 200 Reviews
Paint the Town

Paint the Town

Based on 196 Reviews
Archer Bicycle

Archer Bicycle

Based on 159 Reviews


Restaurants in Oakland


Angel Cakes Cupcakes

Angel Cakes Cupcakes

Based on 661 Reviews
Peter's Kettle Corn

Peter's Kettle Corn

Based on 485 Reviews
Modigliani Cafe

Modigliani Cafe

Based on 371 Reviews


Nightlife in Oakland


Mela Bistro

Mela Bistro

Based on 94 Reviews
Cafe Uccello

Cafe Uccello

Based on 84 Reviews
Minimo

Minimo

Based on 82 Reviews


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