Lake Merritt

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings reflected in a calm body of water.
A lake with a cityscape in the background, featuring buildings and trees.
A calm river at sunset with a small island and buildings in the background.
A city skyline with modern buildings and a river.
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating and string lights.

Things to do

A Spectacular Art Walk: Downtown Oak-tion Packed Adventure

A Spectacular Art Walk: Downtown Oak-tion Packed Adventure

£11
per adult
A Spectacular Art Walk: Downtown Oak-tion Packed Adventure
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Oakland/East Bay

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Oakland/East Bay

£134
per adult
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Oakland/East Bay
Lower Antelope Canyon 1

San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

£731
per adult
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

£321
per adult
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
Temescal Tastes

Oakland's Temescal Tastes Tour

£94
per adult
Oakland's Temescal Tastes Tour
Sequoia National Park & Crystal Cave Day Tour from Oakland

Sequoia National Park Tour from Oakland

£612
per adult
Sequoia National Park Tour from Oakland
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Plan a trip to see Lake Merritt

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

4 out of 5
Berkeley Marina
Price was £899, price is now £737 per person
£737
per person
30 Jan - 4 Feb
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
London (LHR) to Oakland (OAK)
8.2/10 Very good! (5,193 reviews)
The staff was great! From check in to room service all were very nice and helpful!

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

5 out of 5
Claremont Hills
Price was £1,378, price is now £1,084 per person
£1,084
per person
30 Jan - 5 Feb
found 6 hours ago
Return flight included
London (LHR) to Oakland (OAK)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,203 reviews)

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oakland-Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Airport District
Price was £835, price is now £748 per person
£748
per person
30 Jan - 4 Feb
found 1 hour ago
Return flight included
London (LHR) to Oakland (OAK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
It was a nice hotel. We would stay there again.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Tours & day trips

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Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Big Bus San Francisco Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Activity duration is 1 day
8.6 out of 10 with 1554 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £43 and current price is £38 per adult
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History & culture

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San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 922 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £98 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Exclusive Muir Woods, Napa & Sonoma Full-Day Wine Tour from San Francisco

Exclusive Muir Woods, Napa & Sonoma Full-Day Wine Tour from San Francisco

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 282 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £162 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz!

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Sail Around Alcatraz!

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.6 out of 10 with 638 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £30 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration

San Francisco Bay Sightseeing Cruise International Narration

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.0 out of 10 with 633 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £30 per adult
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Stay near popular Lake Merritt attractions

Lake Merritt

6.0/10 (124 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Merritt during your travels in Oakland. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Oakland Marriott City Center

Oakland Marriott City Center

4 out of 5
1001 Broadway Oakland CA
Oakland Marriott City Center
Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area

Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area

2 out of 5
122 East 12Th Street Oakland CA
Econo Lodge Oakland Lake Merritt Area
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

2.5 out of 5
378 11th Street Oakland CA
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center

2.5 out of 5
371 13th St Oakland CA
Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4 out of 5
2455 Broadway Oakland CA
Kissel Uptown Oakland, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Oaktown Roost

Oaktown Roost

2 out of 5
357 12th St Oakland CA
Oaktown Roost
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown

3 out of 5
988 Broadway Oakland CA
Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown
Civic Center Lodge

Civic Center Lodge

2 out of 5
50 6th Street Oakland CA
Civic Center Lodge
Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn

2 out of 5
444 Embarcadero W Oakland CA
Jack London Inn
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