The notebook of Oakland et Berkeley
Connect the eras into a few streets.
Culture, cooking and green campus on the eastern shore of the bay.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Possible without car depending on area
Metropolis area · Heritage · Coast
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Oakland et Berkeley
Culture, cooking and green campus on the eastern shore of the bay.
Lake Merritt, Oakland Museum of California and University of California, Berkeley give the most telling landmarks of Oakland and Berkeley. Together, they form a destination where the big city, heritage and coastline meet, with atmospheres that change over the stages rather than a single uniform decor.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. The trip can be organised without a car if the drop point and local connections are selected in advance. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Lake Merritt
- Oakland Museum of California
- University of California, Berkeley
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Lake
Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt forms a salty lagoon in the heart of the sea Oakland, lined with lawns, joggers, rowers and buildings that are reflected in the water. The lake tower shows a living city rather than a simple natural setting, with gardens, waterfowl and urban lights that light up at dusk.
Culture and heritage
Oakland Museum of California
L-Oakland Museum of California brings together art, history and natural sciences to tell California about its objects, social struggles, landscapes and popular cultures. Its galleries and terraced gardens give a less static approach than a traditional museum, particularly interesting for capturing Oakland, the gold rush, migrations and citizen movements.
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University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley campus combines lawns, libraries, neoclassical facades and student energy at the foot of the hills. Sather Gate, the campanile tower and shaded alleys give a very legible walk through one of the major American public universities, with views of the bay from the campus heights.
Culture and heritage
Berkeley Rose Garden
The Berkeley Rose Garden The flowering gives the place its most colourful moment, but the view and quietness of the neighborhood also make it a pleasant stop between campus and hills. It is also a good place to stay. It is a good place to stay.
Practical tips
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Sausalito et Marin Headlands
California, 🇺🇸 United States of America
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