Oakland Vacations

Hunting for amazing-value Oakland deals? Save money and hassle by letting the hardworking staff at Orbitz combine your flights and hotels.

Pick out your desired airfares, hotels, rental cars and experiences to save up to $536*! Packaging your bookings is one of the simplest ways to save money.

And don't forget — you have heaps of flexibility. Customize your trip with 500 airline partners and some 500,000 global hotel options.

There are endless possible options when it comes to where you can go and what you can see. An inspiring adventure is just around the corner!

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Oakland Travel Guide

Where is Oakland?

It is around 70 miles southwest of the capital of California, Sacramento. Oakland is also 4 miles south of Berkeley.

You can forget about the big-name attractions — it's the locals that make a place tick. In this part of Bay Area, you'll find 390,000 of them.

Places to Visit in Oakland

Don't visit Oakland without touring great attractions like the University of California - Berkeley and the Greek Theater. Are you after a few other options? Have a look at the Chabot Space and Science Center and the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. If time is on your side, explore them all!

There are many pivotal moments in time that helped shape this area into what it is today. Have a look at the intriguing displays at Oakland Museum of California. Seeking some more options? Fans of the big screen will enjoy watching a feature or two at Paramount Theatre. But that's not all there is! Make your way outdoors and enjoy some time under the sun at Lake Merritt.

Car Rentals in Oakland

Your escape begins with car rentals in Oakland. Whether you’d love to get off the well-trodden tourist trail or just like the idea of having your own set of wheels, Orbitz will help you find the keys to your ride.

If you're getting in by plane, it's easy to pick up your car from Oakland International Airport. National Car Rental is the vendor to look for.

In the center of the city, you'll find Avis at 2428 Webster St. Its convenient location makes for an easy pick up! Another option is Budget at 2428 Webster St.

Where to stay in Oakland – Hotel Accommodation

With no less than 69 hotels in Oakland, you're unlikely to have any dramas locating a place to rest your head. Lock in a comfy room and start organizing the fun stuff!

If you like the finer things in life, the Claremont Club & Spa - A Fairmont Hotel is a brilliant option. Also check out the Hotel Shattuck Plaza. The La Quinta Inn Berkeley (920 University Ave) and the Rodeway Inn Berkeley (1461 University Ave) are some lower-priced options. Think about trying one if you'd rather save cash for action-packed activities.

Nearest Airports to Oakland

Hop on a plane to Oakland International Airport (OAK), the nearest airport to Oakland. Located 7 miles to the southeast of the downtown area, your next epic adventure begins here!

Popular Places to Visit Near Oakland

If you've seen the very best of Oakland already, don't panic. In fact, you've got internationally famed attractions just a stone's throw from here! The Stanford University draws visitors from all nations. Menlo Park, just 25 miles from Oakland, is a handy base when stopping by this world-famous attraction.

No Cancellation Fees

Plans sometimes change in a second, which is one of the reasons we won't charge a fee if you need to alter or cancel your booking.^ However, it might be a good idea to find out if your chosen airline and hotel have a similar policy.

*Savings based on all holiday package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Orbitz.com from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016, as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages. For Free Flight or 100% Off Flight deals, package savings is greater than or equal to the current cost of one component, when both are priced separately.

^The travel product supplier may, however, charge cancellation fees which you will be required to pay. Terms and conditions apply.