Lake Merritt Tours and Activities

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Lake Merritt
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

2.5 out of 5
Bay Farm Island
Price was AU$2,378, price is now AU$1,781 per person
AU$1,781
per person
6 May - 13 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Oakland (OAK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The room was really clean and comfortable. But hotel states it’s pet friendly. No where did it state a $75 fee. Just wish I would’ve known before hand.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport

Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport

3 out of 5
Bay Farm Island
Price was AU$2,647, price is now AU$2,031 per person
AU$2,031
per person
6 May - 13 May
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Oakland (OAK)
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
Everything was wonderful

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Tours & day trips

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1477 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$93 and current price is AU$84 per adult
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History & culture

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San Francisco Love Tour

San Francisco Love Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 903 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$120 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Redwoods & Wine Country Escape to Sonoma & Napa with Optional Gourmet Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 277 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$273 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39

San Francisco: Kids Thrill Zone Combo at PIER 39

8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$48 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.6 out of 10 with 602 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$54 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Merritt Lake

Lakeside Park and Garden Center

Explore the great outdoors at Lakeside Park and Garden Center, a lovely green space in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Lakeside Park and Garden Center
Oakland Museum of California

Oakland Museum of California

5/5(2 reviews)

Delve into Californian history at this interdisciplinary museum, which features enthralling exhibits of landscape paintings, cultural artifacts and natural science under one roof.

Oakland Museum of California
Children\'s Fairyland featuring rides

Children's Fairyland

Bring the kids to one of America’s first themed amusement parks. Storybook sets, rides and animal residents ensure everyone experiences a “happily ever after.”

Children's Fairyland
www.alamy.com

Paramount Theatre

Spend an evening being swept up in a ballet performance, laughing at stand-up comedians or dancing in your seat to a band at this historic art deco theatre.

Paramount Theatre
Fox Theater

Fox Theater

You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your stay in Oakland. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Fox Theater
Downtown Oakland as seen from across Lake Merritt on a cloudy spring day, San Francisco bay area, California

Oakland City Center

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Oakland City Center during your visit to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Oakland City Center

Top Lake Merritt Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt

Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt

2 out of 5
122 East 12th Street Oakland CA
Americas Best Value Inn Oakland Lake Merritt
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

2.5 out of 5
378 11th Street Oakland CA
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost

2 out of 5
357 12th St Oakland CA
Oaktown Roost
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
2455 Broadway Oakland CA
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center

4 out of 5
1001 Broadway Oakland CA
Oakland Marriott City Center
Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge

2 out of 5
50 6th Street Oakland CA
Civic Center Lodge
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3 out of 5
988 Broadway Oakland CA
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1431 Jefferson Street Oakland CA
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3.5 out of 5
1431 JEFFERSON STREET Oakland CA
AC Hotel by Marriott Oakland Downtown
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