Road trip from Sunnyvale to Fremont

Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 850 native and exotic animals. We're recognized for our outstanding animal care, particularly our elephant care program, and for our Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California. June 2018 introduced Oakland Zoo guests to an entirely new experience, California Trail, a monumental expansion furthering our commitment to animal care, education, and conservation with a focus on this state’s remarkable native wildlife—both past and present.

Open to the public, the Oakland California Temple & Visitors' Center is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering palm trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful view of the San Francisco Bay Area, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center, learn more about you're family's history at the FamilySearch Library, and attend events at the Temple Hill Auditorium. Only members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can enter the temple itself. A coveted location for photographers, the Oakland Temple is one of the best locations to enjoy a sunset over the Bay. At night, the Oakland Temple is brightly lit and can be seen throughout the Bay Area. Devotionals, concerts, and performances are hosted throughout the month in the Temple Hill Auditorium and most events are free.

Jack London's Yukon home during the winter of 1897-98.

The Oakland Museum of California provides unique collections, exhibitions and educational opportunities designed to generate a broader and deeper understanding of and interest in California's environment, history, art and people. Museum programs are responsive, accessible and meaningful to the public, including school children, teachers, scholars, the immediate Oakland community, and an increasingly diverse California population.

Shopping, restaurants, and Jack London's cabin.

Both a restaurant and nightclub, this Japanese venue is enjoyed by jazz aficionados who come to see local and national jazz performers.

Saltwater lake in the middle of the city.

First location: A unique opportunity to experience a traditional therapeutic Thai massage outside of Thailand. Beautiful ambiance decorated with antiques and friendly people.

Royale is the venue for serious music lovers who don’t take themselves too seriously. Our dream is to provide a comfortable, affordable, and friendly space where everyone is welcome to enjoy top quality drinks and music. Located at 800 Post Street, Royale is in the heart of San Francisco’s historic Nob Hill neighborhood. We opened in 2012 and have become a neighborhood institution for San Francisco locals. We are a musician-owned and managed venue, with a passion for great live entertainment. Royale has come to be known as one of the best bars in San Francisco for classic cocktails, rotating local and craft beers on tap, and a lively afternoon happy hour. Join us to see some of the hottest jazz bands and the most underrated, untapped local talent San Francisco has to offer.

A must see San Francisco tourist attraction for music lovers. The Gallery honors around 90 of the most iconic Bay Area artists & bands. Blown up shots from Getty Images, laser printed on aluminum Original written tributes by prominent national writers such as Ben Fong-Torres [Rolling Stone Magazine], Emma Silvers [KQED], Joel Selvin [SF Chronicle], and more.

This Queen Anne style home, now a museum, was the house where the merchant family of blue jeans (Haas) and canned goods (Lilienthal) lived.

This bakery produces traditional San Francisco sourdough and French breads that can be shipped or mail-ordered.

Cartoon Art Museum has something for everyone — from comic strips, comic books and anime to political cartoons, graphic novels and underground comix. Visitors of all ages can view original cartoon art at exhibitions and screenings, produce their own comics and animation at classes and workshops, research deeply into our collection and library, and mingle with professional and aspiring cartoonists. The Museum's mission is to ignite imaginations and foster the next generation of visual storytellers by celebrating the history of cartoon art, its role in society, and its universal appeal. Located at 781 Beach Street (just one block from Aquatic Park, the Maritime Museum, Ghirardelli Square, and the Hyde Street cable car turnaround), the first floor gallery and lobby offer a beautiful historic façade, prominent street presence, convenient parking, and easy access to and from public transportation. Visit our website for a list of current exhibitions.