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California Area Living Museum (CALM)
Ollie #1 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Zoos
Crystal Palace and Museum
Ollie #2 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Combination theater and a museum housing memorabilia spanning Buck Owens' 40 year career in country music.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
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Fox Theater
Ollie #3 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews

The Majestic Fox Theater is Bakersfield's premiere source for concerts and live entertainment events. Opened in 1930, this historical theater provides extraordinary acoustics in... more »

Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center
Ollie #4 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Convention Centres
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Kern County Museum
Ollie #5 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
River's End Rafting
Ollie #6 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Boat Tours
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Prairie Fire
Ollie #7 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
3 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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The Links at Riverlakes Ranch
Ollie #8 of 8 attractions in Bakersfield
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  8.7 km from city centre
The Great Central Valley
1 of 5 stars 0 review

If you are driving by Bakersfield on a day after a rainy day and the sky has thereby been washed, by all means, get out and enjoy the view of the Great Valley, a pale hint of what... more »

Attraction type  Valleys
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Unity Church

When in Bakersfield, stop by the Unity Church and say Hi to Chuck. This is a beautiful place filled with love and joy, and always an encouraging word. Nice place to pray. more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites
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Camelot Park
Owner description: With tons of entertainment to choose from for your entire family, Camelot Park offers something for the kid in all of us, including miniature golf,...... more » Owner description: With tons of entertainment to choose from for your entire family, Camelot Park offers something for the kid in all of us, including miniature golf, go-karts, arcade, batting cages, and more!Camelot Park is the ideal location for birthday parties, family group events, or just an afternoon of fun. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Camping World
Huge warehouse for camping items and goods.
Attraction type  Factory Outlets
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