Jack London District Travel Guide
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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.

Jack London's Cabin
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Jack London's Cabin. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

USS Potomac
Learn about the local history of Oakland when you spend time at USS Potomac. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Rosenblum Cellars
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rosenblum Cellars during your travels to Oakland. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a stop at C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station. Experience the theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Plank
Enjoy a stop at Plank, an entertaining place to visit in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities

San Francisco: Skip-the-Line 1-Hour Bay Cruise by Boat

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

San Francisco: Flyer Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze Combo
Our pick of the best Jack London District Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Jack London District

Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

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.

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.

Gold Coast
While there might not be top attractions in Gold Coast, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Jack London Square.

Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mountain View Cemetery and Paramount Theatre.

Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.