
The perfect weekend in Oakland ๐ Iโm almost ashamed to admit that having lived in San Francisco for almost a decade, Iโve never really explored Oakland, even though itโs just across the Bay ๐ But I decided to change that and spent the first weekend of 2025 exploring The Town and Iโve curated this list for the perfect getaway in Oakland! ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐: โฆ Kissel Uptown Oakland @kisseluptownoakland - Stylish and luxurious hotel in a great location ๐๐ฎ๐/๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ธ: โฆ Viridian @viridianbar - Creative Asian-inspired cocktails and bites โฆ Kuidaore Hand Roll Bar @kuidaore handrollbar - Fresh, made-to-order handrolls โฆ High 5ive Rooftoop Bar @high5iverooftopbar - Great vibes with delicious cocktails & bar bites โฆ FOB Kitchen @fob_kitchen - Michelin Bib Gourmand Filipino food โฆ Tarts de Feybesse @tartsdefeybesse - Contemporary French pastries โฆ Don Blanc @donblancoakland - Premium Korean BBQ ๐ฆ๐ต๐ผ๐ฝ: โฆ Oaklandish @oaklandish - Apparel celebrating all things Oakland & the Bay โฆ Sweet July @sweetjuly - Cozy shop for homegoods & more from Ayesha Curry @ayeshacurry ๐๐ผ: โฆ Oakland Museum of California @oaklandmuseumca - Art, history, & natural science of the Golden State โฆ Lake Merritt - Beautiful urban lake perfect for a stroll โฆ Murals - The Townโs eclectic public art is on display at every corner. A couple of my favorite local artists are @illuminaries and @hueman_ I know this barely scratches the surface of this vibrant and diverse city so let me know in the comments where else I need to check out in Oakland for next time! . . . #wendanvsworld #wendanvscalifornia #visitoakland #oaklandloveit #bayareablogger #sfblogger #bayareatravel #bayareacreatives #bayareainfluencer #sfinfluencer
Stays

Kissel Uptown Oakland - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Resort hotel
4.2
Entertainment

Viridian
Bar
4.6
Innovative cocktails & a menu of contemporary Asian-inspired food & desserts in a stylish locale.
Restaurant

Kuidaore Handroll Bar
Japanese restaurant
4.8

FOB Kitchen
Restaurant
4.5
Hip, turquoise-&-tropics-inspired stop offering classic Filipino fare plus island-style cocktails.

Don Blanc
Korean restaurant
4.4
Bar

High 5ive Rooftop Bar
Bar
3.6
Cafe/Dessert

Tarts de Feybesse
Bakery
4.9
Shopping

Oaklandish HQ
Clothing store
5.0
Museum/Gallery

Oakland Museum of California
Museum
4.7
Artifacts & interactive displays in a modern building focusing on state art, history & science.
Attraction

Lake Merritt
Natural feature
4.6
Tidal lagoon in the city surrounded by parkland, a local destination for boating, walking & picnics.