Kern City Travel Guide
Bakersfield
Popular places to visit
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
The Park At River Walk
Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
You can enjoy a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Sundale Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Bakersfield at Sundale Country Club. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
California State University-Bakersfield
Explore the campus of California State University-Bakersfield during your travels in Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Outlets at Tejon
During your trip to Arvin, you can do some window-shopping at Outlets at Tejon. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield
Top hotels in Kern City
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
"Possibly my worst hotel experience ever. The smell of the room was so awful but when I tried to get a different room the lady at the front desk told me to kick rocks. Imagine smoker smell plus wet dog smell. The door was missing weather stripping so you could hear everything outside. There was a ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
The Padre Hotel
"My buddy and I rode there on motorcycles and parked in the Valet parking area. Within about 6 hours, $5000 worth of gear was stolen off our motorcycles. This will probably be the last time I stay at the hotel."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
"Nice comfortable room for one night. Breakfast was just okay. Everything looked clean and the staff was very friendly"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
"Very good"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
"Clean room, very spacious. No complaints"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"This is a gorgeous hotel. Beautiful pool and spa, we really enjoyed our stay. The $15 breakfast buffet was cold and no coffee when we got there."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kern City
West Park Community
West Park Community might not have many top sights, but Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oleander - Sunset
Though Oleander - Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds.
Venola
Venola is well liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Kern County Fairgrounds and Bakersfield Sports Village.
Riviera - Westchester
While Riviera - Westchester may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace.
Southern Oaks
Southern Oaks might not have many top sights, but Ming Seven Golf Course and The Park At River Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Bakersfield
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bakersfield, Dignity Health Arena and Fox Theater are top sights worth seeing.
