Jack London District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Jack London Square
Oakland’s premier dining, shopping and entertainment precinct is a waterside square named after one of America’s finest novelists.
Jack London's Cabin
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a trip to Jack London's Cabin. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
USS Potomac
Learn about the local history of Oakland when you spend time at USS Potomac. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rosenblum Cellars
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rosenblum Cellars during your travels to Oakland. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.
C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station
You can find out about the history of Oakland with a stop at C. L. Dellums Oakland Amtrak Station. Experience the theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Plank
Enjoy a stop at Plank, an entertaining place to visit in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz! (1-hour)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
Our pick of the best Jack London District Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Great location"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Amazing place to stay near the Embarcadero. No pool, but otherwise will stay again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"I don't think the price of the breakfast 38$ is worth it."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
"Everything as expected"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
"I did not eat at the restaurant inside the hotel."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
YOTEL San Francisco
"Everything was smooth, very good location!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Jack London District
Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Embarcadero Bay Bicycle Trail while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.
West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.
West Alameda
If you're spending some time in West Alameda, Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach and Pacific Pinball Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Antonio
If you're spending some time in San Antonio, Lake Merritt and Phap Duyen Tu are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Avenue
Though Piedmont Avenue may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Fairyland and Paramount Theatre.
Temescal
If you're spending some time in Temescal, Temescal Alley and Oakland Floats are top sights worth seeing.
