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
"Property is not clean and staff cracks up together in office rather than prioritize customer service for customers waiting in line. Unprofessional and terrible quality."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Padre Hotel
"Nice coffee shop. Great atmosphere in restaurant and public areas of hotel. Rooms were fantastic. Bed comfy."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
"good time"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
"The waffle maker is literally my favorite thing ever. The coffee was amazing. The OJ tasted fresh. The biscuits were probably better earlier in the morning, I came in a tad late. But they were still decent! The sausage patties were great, much better than the soggy links I've had at other places. ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Great place to stay and service"
Reviewed on 19 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.
