Fruitvale Travel Guide
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
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
All Day Unlimited Mini Golf and Games in Bay Area (East)
San Francisco Gin Cocktail Class Views and Gin History
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour
San Francisco Grand City Tour AM & Aquarium of the Bay
Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)
Top hotels in Fruitvale
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Clean hotel thats conveniently located. The pool is not heated, our family thought it was.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Great location and price. Best part of our stay was the staff especially Darwin and Joyce who assisted us with the check-in process and getting to places we need to go. Their cheerful and kind attitude is really refreshing especially after the stressful travel, they are both really sincere with how ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Worth booking just for the breakfast. Would have liked more water pressure. But I think most of California is under the same restrictions. Room set up was great for our family
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
This is the worst place to stay, the area is horrible (many homeless & drug addicts). The cleaning lady didn’t clean my room one day but when I look on the bed there’s like gravel, sheets weren’t changed just not clean. Would not recommend
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The location is great but July room was a bit run down. Smelled like cigarettes and bathroom was disappointing. The fan switch did not work and the shower was hard to regulate the temperature.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
The hotel was beautiful, clean, and modern. The customer service was excellent, making the entire stay very enjoyable.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fruitvale
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park and Garden Center are top sights worth seeing.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden 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.
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.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Lake Theater and Children's Fairyland.
