Martina’s guidebook
My Favorite Brunch Places
Everything on the menu is amazing. Best if you wake up early because it gets busy!
101 locals recommend
Sequoia Diner
3719 MacArthur BlvdEverything on the menu is amazing. Best if you wake up early because it gets busy!
Food scene
Great for bigger groups. Delicious Californian cuisine, open all day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
117 locals recommend
Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
576 Grand AveGreat for bigger groups. Delicious Californian cuisine, open all day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Sightseeing
Awesome for views of the Bay Area, including bridges and San Francisco. Lots of hiking trails too.
214 locals recommend
Joaquin Miller Park
3300 Joaquin Miller RdAwesome for views of the Bay Area, including bridges and San Francisco. Lots of hiking trails too.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Car Safety
Never leave valuables in your car. If you have to, make sure the items are not visible and do not hide them right before you leave your car. Hide them before you park if you can.
Traveling with kids
Lots to do with kids
Visit 510families.com to see what is happening on any given week in and around Oakland for kids. The site also has ongoing activities and places that are always a hit with kids. Oakland is home to wonderful parks and kid friendly cafes, restaurants, and museums.