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Jack London Square

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Pet-Friendly Amenities

Near the green spaces and parks of Jack London Square, Fourth Street East offers spacious, cat and dog-friendly apartments with an on-site pet spa and more.

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A vibrant street scene at Oakland’s Día de los Muertos Festival in Fruitvale, with families, dancers in colorful traditional dresses, artisan tents, and decorative papel picado banners overhead.

Oakland's Annual Día de los Muertos Festival

Explore one of the city's most cherished cultural events, drawing tens of thousand attendees each fall.

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A waterfront path at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland with benches, young trees, and white maritime bollards, looking out toward the San Francisco skyline and the Bay Bridge across the water.

Middle Harbor Shoreline Park

Discover restored shoreline, big bay views, and Oakland’s maritime history at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park.

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The Remarkable Story of Oakland's USS Potomac

This piece of American history has been through a lot. Come learn about its unique story.

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 A restored two-story Victorian house at Preservation Park in Oakland, featuring cream-colored siding, bay windows, ornate trim, and a white picket fence framed by trees.

Preservation Park: Oakland’s Victorian Gem

A restored Victorian village hidden downtown, offering historic charm, gardens, and standout events.

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Hippest Temescal Alleys Shops

Temescal Alleys has some of the most unique stores in all of Oakland. Here's what you'll find when you visit.

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Tilden Regional Park This Fall

It's a beautiful expanse of nature. Here's what you'll come across when you head there.

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Dome at the Chabot Space and Science Center

Chabot Space & Science Center

This unique science center offers plenty of fun activities for all ages, check it out.

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A person buying produce at the farmers market

Farmers Markets in Oakland

Looking for your weekly fix of fruits and veggies? Then there's no better place to be than Oakland.

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Spend the Day at Lake Merritt

Here are the top amenities and locations found surrounding the lake, all of which make for the ultimate day by the water.

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