Oakland Ave - Harrison St Travel Guide
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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
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of California, Berkeley during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
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.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco Gin Cocktail Class with Bay Views | Gold Bar
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
Top hotels in Oakland Ave - Harrison St
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
One of the great features of this hotel is that higher level rooms on the North side have lovely views of Telegraph Hill, North Beach and the Bay. One negative is that they are optimized for business travelers. For example, there is no bell hop service - if you arrive with heavy bags you have to ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
The staff were super friendly. Great location and a nice price.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Good location in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. Staff very accommodating when we asked for a room change. Excellent buffet breakfast. We were on the 4th floor and if you are a light sleeper the hotels a/c or extractor system is a little noisy
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
This is an older property that has been refurbished. The rooms are clean. Bed needs replacing. It is very convenient to everything. Nice staff.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
Super clean and budget friendly option. The location is a bit sketchy but there’s always a security guard on the lobby. I would definitely recommend it if you don’t mind being in close quarters with the people you are traveling with.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakland Ave - Harrison St
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
Shafter
While you're in Shafter, take in top sights like Temescal Farmers' Market and jump on the metro at Rockridge Station to see more of the city.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
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.
