An urban lake and garden paths
Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park
Walk a lakeside route, look for birds, or choose one of Lakeside Park’s gardens and cultural stops.
Plan a visitCalifornia art, history, and nature
Oakland Museum of California
OMCA offers a broad way into California’s art, history, and natural sciences. Its galleries make a strong anchor for a culture-focused Oakland day, with Lake Merritt nearby for a change of pace outdoors.
Take a look around
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Follow a theme through the galleries
Choose the art, history, or natural science galleries that most interest you, then leave room to follow an exhibit or collection that catches your attention.
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Pair the museum with the lake
Lake Merritt is close enough to add an outdoor walk before or after your museum visit. Keeping these two stops as the day’s anchors leaves room for lunch and a relaxed pace.
Getting there & back
Give the ride a place in your plans.
A private ride can bring your group to OMCA and continue to a hotel or another Oakland destination. Share the museum address and any later stop in your request.
Review the exact destination and return plan when requesting your quote. Transportation does not include event tickets, admission or venue reservations.
More to explore
Campus architecture and Berkeley life
UC Berkeley campus
Walk the university’s central campus, browse its public spaces, and add a meal in downtown Berkeley.
Plan a visitOakland waterfront dining and history
Jack London Square
A waterfront neighborhood for restaurants, harbor views, and a relaxed evening near downtown.
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