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Visit Oakland
Guiding visitors to Oakland's best trails, bites, and experiences.
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Guiding visitors to Oakland's best trails, bites, and experiences.
Visit Oakland is a versatile destination hub at 481 Water St, offering tourist information, visitor services, tours, and event support. The center is praised for friendly, knowledgeable staff—Denise and Kenneth Brown—who help guests choose experiences like the Oakland Ale Trail and other local sights. One review notes concerns about compass cards and value, reminding visitors to verify costs. A welcoming starting point to explore Oakland.
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Personalized recommendations and maps for Oakland's attractions, dining, and events.
Guided brewery tours with incentives like free growlers for participants.
Sale of transit cards for local travel, with activation and usage guidance.
Support for organizing tours and events at our venue or throughout Oakland.
Information on Oakland's diverse food scenes and locally owned businesses.
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Overall rating
Jeremy Thurman
I stayed the night the other night and had excellent service specifically from this employee named Denise. Great woman and great service.
Deon Haynie
Oakland has different type of multi-cultural food. It also has many locally owned business and a pretty scenery for many people to look at
Laurie Caird
I stopped into the Visit Oakland Visitor’s Center for the first time and met the most delightful human, Kenneth Brown. If there’s anyone who should be introducing newcomers to Oakland, it’s this guy. Gregarious and knowledgeable, he’ll direct you to whatever suits your interest and make sure you have a wonderful time.
Lori Moreno
Beware of this place. They sold us two compass cards and told us they were worth more. After spending $32 for compass cards, I had to pay an additional $14 to get back home on the fairy. $5 of the compass card goes to activate the card so it is foolish to purchase the card if you will only travel for one day.
Christopher Lopez
Recommend doing the Oakland Ale Trail, and get a free growler from them. You can do it more than once. Very helpful staff.
