Pacific Pipe in Oakland is the largest Touchstone gym ever! With seemingly endless wall space, there’s enough to keep you climbing all day. Their rope walls have unique features and countless crack systems, and their multi-level bouldering area has all the classic angles, plus a top area and dedicated training boards.
Sunset Cove is a historic park located in downtown Oakland, California, on Lake Merit, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking relaxation and tranquility. Oakland is known for its vibrant music scene in general and its contributions to jazz, blues, funk, and hip-hop.
Soba Ichi is a popular Japanese restaurant that specializes in authentic handmade buckwheat soba noodles, made fresh daily from bean to bowl. It is an offshoot of the team behind the popular Berkeley izakaya Ippuku. The restaurant emphasizes simplicity, seasonality, and meticulous technique, making it a go-to destination for noodle lovers in the Bay Area.
Built in 1927 and accentuated by Italian Renaissance detailing throughout, there is always something new for your guests to discover at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center. Overlooking Lake Merritt, the Center features two equally breathtaking main event spaces and many additional meeting spaces of varying sizes, with the capacity to host everything from intimate cocktail receptions to 3,000 attendee conferences.
Railroad Stop Deli is a hidden gem, a highly rated, affordable deli located in the heart of Oakland, California, known for its casual breakfast and lunch options. The menu includes omelets, toast, burgers, homemade soups, and sides.
Hyphy Burger is a vibrant burger restaurant located in West Oakland, California. It is known for its innovative, smash-style burgers, including signature items like the Hyphy Burger, which features two patties, American cheese, pickles, grilled onions, and homemade "You Feel Me" sauce on a potato bun. The menu also features the Burnout Burger, with pepper jack cheese and jalapeños, and a variety of smoothies.
Golden Outside is a small, health-focused cafe and plant shop located in Oakland, California. It is known for its quiet atmosphere, coffee, and plant-related products. The shop focuses on health and offers options like the Golden Chai Latte with turmeric and other specialty drinks.
West Oakland is a neighborhood in the northwest corner of Oakland, California, west of downtown Oakland, south of Emeryville, and north of Alameda. The neighborhood lies along the waterfront at the Port of Oakland and at the east end of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. West Oakland has long been an Oakland neighborhood with strong African American roots.
Prescott Market in West Oakland, Oakland, California, at the corner of 18th & Peralta, is a local grocery store that serves the community with a wide variety of food and household items. It is also a community gathering place with delicious food and drinks.
Haddon Hill Cafe is a popular spot located in Oakland, California. Known for its cozy atmosphere and varied menu, this cafe serves a variety of breakfast and brunch options, as well as coffee and drinks. The cafe is highly rated for its friendly service and cozy atmosphere, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
McClymonds is a neighborhood in West Oakland, Alameda County, California with a population of 3,405. It is a very friendly neighborhood where people look out for each other. There is a strong sense of community here. Living in McClymonds offers residents a mix of urban and suburban feel, with several bars, restaurants and cafes.
From exquisite cuisine to impeccable presentation, their bespoke wedding catering services are designed to make your event truly special. Whether an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Red Door Catering will transform your vision into an unforgettable experience with style and sophistication.
Livermore National Laboratory's Discovery Center provides visitors with a window to the state-of-the-art research programs. LLNL uses science and technology to provide transformational solutions to the most pressing national security challenges of our time.
Los Vaqueros Watershed is a protected area located in the hills near Livermore, California. It is operated by the Contra Costa Water District and serves as a major source of drinking water for the East Bay area.
Children's Fairyland, U.S.A. is an amusement park, located in Oakland, California. It is a whimsical 10-acre storybook park on the shores of Oakland’s Lake Merritt, designed for families with little ones (ages 0-8). Explore magical playsets, meet friendly animals, watch puppet shows, and enjoy rides, live performances and hands-on fun in a safe, outdoor wonderland.
The Gardens at Lake Merritt, a seven-acre collection of themed gardens, is conveniently located in the heart of Oakland at Lakeside Park, the nation’s first wildlife refuge. The Gardens are poised to serve as an example of the highest standards of horticulture and historic preservation while providing enriching public programs.
The Cleveland Cascade is a 250-foot-long ornamental stairway near Lake Merritt in Oakland, California, with cascades in the center, designed in 1923 by Howard Gilkey. It ascends from Lakeshore Ave., which runs along the shore of the lake, to Merritt Ave. and the San Antonio neighborhood.
The Oakland Ice Center is an ice skating rink located in downtown Oakland, California. The facility opened in 1995 and is home to two NHL-sized ice rinks, making it one of the largest ice skating facilities in Northern California.
Joyce Gordon Gallery is a fine art gallery located midtown Oakland, CA. It exhibits art that reflects the social and cultural diversity of the Bay Area and international artists. The Gallery offers you some of the most cutting edge Art produced primarily by Black/African Artist from around the globe in all original mediums.
Built in 1928, the Fox Theater is an architectural masterpiece and former movie house that underwent a $75 million renovation to reopen its doors in February of 2009 under the direction of Another Planet Entertainment. Featuring jaw-dropping original details, state-of-the-art Meyer sound system and a capacity of up to 2,800.