Soak up the city sights at your own pace by land and by sea with this combo pass. Ride up and over San Francisco’s famously hilly streets to visit its
Soak up the city sights at your own pace by land and by sea with this combo pass. Ride up and over San Francisco’s famously hilly streets to visit its
Explore the history of one of San Francisco's most iconic landmarks—Alcatraz Island. After a ferry ride, travel back in time to the days of Al Capone and
Experience the best of the City by the Bay with an Explorer Pass that lets you skip the lines and save on admission at some of SF's must-visit sites. Take
Alcatraz, experience the legendary island that has been a Civil War Fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries in US
With careful planning-and assuming you aren't looking to get off the beaten path-you can enjoy Oakland with only a BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) pass and a comfy pair of walking shoes. However, a rental car is a big advantage, especially if you like the freedom to change plans as the spirit moves you.
Although Oakland has moderate to warm temperatures all through the year, there are some seasons that do make for a better visit. It all depends on your priorities, though. Summer in Oakland is beautiful, with open-air festivals and cultural events being plentiful. But if you're looking to visit at a time when there will be fewer other tourists at popular attractions and cheaper rates for accommodation, visit in spring or fall instead.
Oakland is a city break destination, so if you're coming from a city, you won't need much beyond the items you use day to day. Here are some Oakland-specific things you might want, though:
Secret staircases, telephone gnomes, and off-the-beaten path eateries make this East Bay city a worthy getaway
Secret staircases, telephone gnomes, and off-the-beaten path eateries make this East Bay city a worthy getaway
Secret staircases, telephone gnomes, and off-the-beaten path eateries make this East Bay city a worthy getaway