Downtown Alameda Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Alameda
Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Enjoy shopping, dining, scenic waterfront walks and a slice of American literary history at this portside square where Jack London spent his childhood.
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
Catch an exciting train through the Australian outback, watch giraffes eat their dinner and see majestic African elephants at this family-friendly zoo.
Greek Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Greek Theater during your stay in Berkeley. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Berkeley Marina
Explore the waterfront in Berkeley with a trip to Berkeley Marina. Discover the entertainment choices 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 theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
San Francisco: Lombard St Best City Highlights Open Air Van Tour
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Downtown Alameda Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
I reserved a premium room and paid extra for it. While the room was located on a top floor with a wonderful view, it was adjacent to the bank of elevators. Behind the headboard on the other side of the wall was a service elevator, which caused constant noise throughout the night, making it sound ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A very quiet stay. Front desk and housekeeping staff friendly and helpful. A great location from Powell Street Station. They provide discounts at some local restaurants - Al Pastor Papi (excellent!), Magnin Street Cafe and Bistro (popular! nice vibe, good service), and others. Difficult to regular ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fist time staying here and will stay here again . Friendly staff and easy parking access
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
All the staff are super friendly and the rooms are great!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Great view
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Alameda
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.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu 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.
Grand Lake
If you're spending some time in Grand Lake, Grand Lake Theater and Morcom Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
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.