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Attractions (37)

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Shopping (4)

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Traveller recommended attractions
Rating Name
Ollie #1 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Children's books come to life at this ten-acre outdoor park that displays 30 colorful sets depicting make-believe lands of Alice in Wonderland,...... more » Owner description: Children's books come to life at this ten-acre outdoor park that displays 30 colorful sets depicting make-believe lands of Alice in Wonderland, Captain Hook and others. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Ollie #2 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
A museum that displays nature, art and the history of California, and which is known for its re-created "environments" rather than its exhibits.
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums; Natural History Museums; Museums
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Ollie #3 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
A throwback to the 1930s with its art deco architecture.
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
Ollie #4 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Saltwater lake in the middle of the city.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Ollie #5 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Ships; Speciality Museums
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
Ollie #6 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  8.7 km from city centre
Ollie #7 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
Ollie #8 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
Ollie #9 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews

The Oakland Zoo is a great family/children's zoo. It's located in a nice hilly/tree area which has made a great habitat for the animals they have. They have a small amusement park... more »

Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  12.2 km from city centre
Ollie #10 of 37 attractions in Oakland
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Restored Victorian home of Leland Stanford's brother.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
Ollie #11 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
Ollie #12 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews

Surround yourself with dazzling sights of the universe at Chabot Space and Science Center, located in the Oakland hills, just 10 minutes from downtown Oakland. The Center features... more »

Attraction type  Science Museums; Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  8.2 km from city centre
Ollie #13 of 37 attractions in Oakland
5 of 5 stars 1 review
One of the best public gardens in the state offers Japanese, Polynesian, and many other types of gardens.
Attraction type  Gardens; Parks
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Ollie #14 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
A prime example of Victorian taste and wealth.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  13.2 km from city centre
Ollie #15 of 37 attractions in Oakland
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
Ollie #16 of 37 attractions in Oakland
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: A true California Labyrinth! Uniquely wild and untamed, in a wilderness setting, at a geologic cross-roads where the orient meets the American west....... more » Owner description: A true California Labyrinth! Uniquely wild and untamed, in a wilderness setting, at a geologic cross-roads where the orient meets the American west. A fascinating, fun and informative webspace about a remote wilderness labyrinth located in the San Francisco bay area. Includes a spiritual primer as well as rich visual imagery and sound tracks. « less
Attraction type  Mysterious Sites
Distance  9.4 km from city centre
Ollie #17 of 37 attractions in Oakland
3 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  9.1 km from city centre
Ollie #18 of 37 attractions in Oakland
3 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Shopping, restaurants, and Jack London's cabin.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Ollie #19 of 37 attractions in Oakland
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Ollie #20 of 37 attractions in Oakland
Three-mile bike trail that zips cyclists along Oakland's waterfront.
Attraction type  Biking Trails
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