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) ![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) ## 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 Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mechanics-Bank-Arena-Downtown-Bakersfield.d6063447.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 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 family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buck-Owens-Crystal-Palace-Bakersfield.d6063449.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 Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this trendy area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Park-At-River-Walk-Bakersfield.d553248621561735313.Attraction) #### Fox Theater You can get tickets for a performance at Fox Theater on your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fox-Theater-Downtown-Bakersfield.d6180344.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) #### 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) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Bakersfield ![The Padre Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3230000/3226400/3226370/bab4f465_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Padre Hotel 1702 18th St Bakersfield CA £131 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Everyone including the staff were phenomenal Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £85 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Perfecto Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%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/b927823b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center 801 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield CA £118 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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 was good but shower drained to slow and filled the tub with water Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=14105&PinnedHotelID=14105&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24500/24426/29449b81_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield 3100 Camino Del Rio Ct Bakersfield CA £88 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (1,604 reviews) Quiet Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=24426&PinnedHotelID=24426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/191200/191104/b9c4b28e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South 6501 Colony Rd Bakersfield CA 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 ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,936 reviews) Great staff Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=191104&PinnedHotelID=191104&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=191104&PinnedHotelID=191104&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) ![Hiltop Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116610000/116600200/116600152/29f5c12d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hiltop Hotel 2620 Buck Owens Blvd Bakersfield CA £59 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bakersfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Camelot ... 6.6/10 (385 reviews) We enjoyed our room and the grounds were really nice. Breakfast in the morning is a added bonus. The diner and attached bar were fun. I even picked up a line dance class on Thursday night. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=116600152&PinnedHotelID=116600152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007774) [See all 362 properties in Downtown Bakersfield](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%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=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976007774&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%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 If you're spending some time in Riviera - Westchester, Kern River and Camelot Park are top sights worth seeing. [](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 Dignity Health Arena and Fox Theater 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 Dignity Health Arena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield-La-Cresta.dx944893431728173056) ![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) ### 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 Fox Theater 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. 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