Title: Downtown Bakersfield Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Bakersfield-Hotels.d553248635976007774.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Bakersfield.d546.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bakersfield.d546.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Bakersfield Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Bakersfield.d553248635976007774.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Bakersfield Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Bakersfield.d553248635976007774.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Bakersfield Travel Guide ## Bakersfield ![Aerial View of Downtown Bakersfield, California Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007774/f5849a0d-bef3-4010-8c54-49613b256aeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The iconic arch sign of the Bakersfield city, which is also part of US Route 99 - the golden state freeway.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055403/39217dab-d110-4bed-a433-df3ef7cf5460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Twenty fourth street cafe. Great place. Guess it was on diners/drive-ins & dives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055403/8d34dc24-7d71-4e1b-ba53-72c5232b1847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Behind Rabobank Arena where the train track overhead walkway is I noticed this interesting street sign. Not sure if Korn has played there or what but it caught my eye.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055403/53defea0-9302-41e1-9c29-15a82dc5018b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Not just an orchard. But also a very idyllic and romantic place to go to in Bakersfield, California. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055403/205e3c08-0f6d-4ded-bfb6-8fe6670f2842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Bakersfield Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Bakersfield travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield.dx546) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial view of Mechanics Bank Arena, a theater and convention center, in Bakersfield, California, USA. The arena hosts events and conventions.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063447/3fad4b2b-7f3c-4c2e-b907-4e3a07d4a720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dignity Health Arena 4/5(1 review) Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mechanics-Bank-Arena-Downtown-Bakersfield.d6063447.Attraction) ![Riverfront at Napa city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561735313/51894648-c913-460f-989f-c69f2555280c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Park At River Walk 4/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or cosy cafes in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Park-At-River-Walk-Bakersfield.d553248621561735313.Attraction) ![As old country as it gets. #california #signs ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055403/4bfbb058-5d81-4b2e-96a8-bf1b5681df10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buck Owens Crystal Palace 4/5(2 reviews) You can enjoy a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buck-Owens-Crystal-Palace-Bakersfield.d6063449.Attraction) #### Fox Theater You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Theater on your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fox-Theater-Downtown-Bakersfield.d6180344.Attraction) #### Bakersfield Museum of Art You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art in Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-Museum-Of-Art-Downtown-Bakersfield.d553248621532640077.Attraction) #### Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science in Bakersfield. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buena-Vista-Museum-Of-Natural-History-Science-Downtown-Bakersfield.d553248621532640076.Attraction) ### Things to do ![A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/890308/918aaac0-6273-40d6-a65d-c3b45039cca1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/a-remarkable-scavenger-hunt-resilient-bakersfield.a890308.activity-details) [See all activities in Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bakersfield.d546.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Bakersfield ![The Padre Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3230000/3226400/3226370/201f20e7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Padre Hotel 1702 18th St Bakersfield CA £120 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews) YES Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=3226370&PinnedHotelID=3226370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Best Western Plus Hill House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7588/87f678ae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Hill House 700 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield CA £87 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Place was clean parking was safe. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=7588&PinnedHotelID=7588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14200/14105/9230ad2c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center 801 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield CA £121 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Room cool Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=14105&PinnedHotelID=14105&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24500/24426/03ddf752_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield 3100 Camino Del Rio Ct Bakersfield CA £89 16 Apr - 17 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,651 reviews) Breakfast was great Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=24426&PinnedHotelID=24426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/191200/191104/f1f25805_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South 6501 Colony Rd Bakersfield CA £37 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,038 reviews) The breakfast was ok all that was served was cereal and waffles and pancakes and coffee,maybe if they served muffins along with other items it would have been a little bit better Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=191104&PinnedHotelID=191104&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753900/1753831/6bce7f51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG 3927 Marriott Drive Bakersfield CA £88 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) We just used this as a stopover to break our return trip into two segments (I didn’t want to drive 13 hours in one stretch). The room was fine, clean etc but the property is in an industrial area and there’s nothing really within walking distance. Another note, the room didn’t have a microwave or ... Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=1753831&PinnedHotelID=1753831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) [See all 362 properties in Downtown Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976007774) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Bakersfield hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29)[28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Bakersfield ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riviera - Westchester While Riviera - Westchester may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-Riviera-Westchester.dx553248635976479963) ![Autumn morning view of the Kern River as it flows through Bakersfield, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481371/4ec61ccb-c906-4989-9a5d-941fc28e2358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oleander - Sunset 3.5/5(2 area reviews) Though Oleander - Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-Oleander-Sunset.dx553248635976481371) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Baker Street Baker Street might not have many top sights, but Kern County Museum and Dignity Health Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-Baker-Street.dx553248635976471800) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Cresta Though La Cresta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kern County Museum and Bakersfield Museum of Art. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-La-Cresta.dx944893431728173056) ![Bakersfield welcome sign, a wide arched street sign. Also known as the Bakersfield Neon Arch, it is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Bakersfield, California.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976474884/56a981e5-d014-4617-99ee-a17c59e6cb1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Park Community 4/5(1 area review) West Park Community might not have many top sights, but Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-West-Park-Community.dx553248635976474884) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Bakersfield While East Bakersfield isn't home to many top sights, Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Museum are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-East-Bakersfield.dx553248635976007393) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown Bakersfield Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app