What to do in Bakersfield, CA

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Bakersfield

Places to Visit in Bakersfield

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Downtown Bakersfield

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If you're spending some time in Downtown Bakersfield, Mechanics Bank Arena and Fox Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Bakersfield
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Wheeler Ridge

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Wheeler Ridge. You might consider stopping by Outlets at Tejon while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Wheeler Ridge
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Rosedale

You might make a stop by Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall while you're exploring Rosedale.

Rosedale
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West Park Community

West Park Community might not have many top sights, but Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Oleander - Sunset

Though Oleander - Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mechanics Bank Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds.

Oleander - Sunset
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Oildale

While there might not be top attractions in Oildale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kern County Museum and Buck Owens Crystal Palace.

Oildale

Day trip destinations from Bakersfield