It's exactly what they call it, a "little farm" but perfect for the toddlers and younger kids!…read more We wanted to get the kids out of the house and do something that didn't require spending a lot of money and what better then free? It took us 30 minutes to wrap around the whole farm, we visited previously with my son's school on a field trip and it did seem like there were less animals. Same kinds, just less in general. The cows were being washed by what I think were volunteers (younger kids) so my kids didn't really get to see them up close which was the part they were most excited about so it was a bit of a bummer. The goats were uninterested so brushing wasn't an option since they were so far back Chickens and bunnies mind their own business but super cute to look at. Overall, the animals don't seem to care much about the people and keep their distance OR we happen to come on a bad day and they were overwhelmed with all the volunteers (I sure was) I check the website so I totally knew and understand about feeding the animals not being a thing anymore (so I don't get how people blame the farm when it's a quick search to check) BUT they should consider closing or posting a notice when having younger volunteers at the farm learning and taking up all the space and animals. We genuinely didn't get to enjoy them at all because the kids inside the enclosure with them keeping them farther away or just busy in general. Well possibly come back again before summer is up and hope the animals are a bit more active/social lol

I absolutely love this farm!…read more I went for the first time at the beginning of the summer, and I've been back two more times since then! It's a great place to go with your kids, by yourself, or for small meetups. One of the reasons I enjoy this farm is that it's FREE, including parking. We were a bit bummed when we went as a group and saw that feeding the animals is no longer an option, but that information is posted on the website, so I'm not going to fault them for something we didn't double-check. You can brush the goats, so if you're hoping for your little ones to have a close interaction, that's always an option. It's a small farm, so you can walk through it pretty quickly, but there's so much space surrounding the farm that I would honestly plan to bring a blanket if the weather permits and have a picnic. They also have a park, and I would recommend checking out the building. I can't remember the name... I think it's the Nature Area? But they have some cool stuff inside.

Fantastic for toddlers and adults! The botanical gardens are free! And so heavenly- the Sequoia…read moregrove is my favorite part. I visited twice this trip and felt I saw new plants and trees each time. The labeling of each plot was meticulous and I only wish I could have stayed in town long enough for the plant sale! -(Not that I could've taken any home, lol!) The train rides for the kids pass through beautiful woods and are very enjoyable even for adults.

Very nice park with lots of things to do with your little ones…read more We recently went on the Train ride, that was super cute and fun The carousel ride is so much fun also Feeding the animals and was a great experience for the boys Parking is free, you can bring your own snacks and drinks Lots of hiking trails to enjoy

Wow what a nice place to start off your visit to Oakland and Jack London Square…read more I had the Good Fortune of meeting with Kenneth Brown, who expkained the history of Jack London Square and all the wonderful amenities and attractions they have in this area. While I was visiting here, quite a few interesting to buy tickets for the ferry and other attractions. This is really a convenient spot.

Date: 9/19/2015 Time: 12:30 PM 73° Sunny & warm…read more Husband and I are walking on Water Street on our way to the Eat Real Festival when we see the three framed storefront windows have Go Raiders Nation etched on it. On the yelp site, it shows the place is closed for today. I thought the business sold Raiders memorabilias until I walked in and noticed an assortment of tour leaflets and books about Oakland - This is Oakland, A Guide to the City's Most Interesting Places by Melissa Davis; Brown Sugar Kitchen by Tanya Holland with Jan Newberry; and Oakland, CA Home Field Advantage, The City that Changed the Face of Sports by Paul Brekke-Miesner. The visitor's bureau was probably opened because of the Eat Real Festival and most likely there were out-of-town visitors in the area. I already have two of the books from two other local businesses - Urban Indigo and Oakland Supply Company - in my collection. Inasmuch as I love sports (baseball, basketball and football), I just could not walk out without purchasing Home Field Advantage for $27.00, a recommended reading for people who are interested in memories of some of the talented sports figures coming out of Oakland and the surrounding areas. The gentleman assisting me was friendly, helpful and personable. Thank you, Kenneth Brown, CO'70 BHS Yellowjackets (school colors - red & gold) alumni, for sharing the sports memories of certain ballplayers and coaches from back in the days, Mosswood Park, its basketball courts and legends, etc. Even though I am a native of Oakland (born and raised), I will return to browse over the various leaflets regarding points of interest to visit in Oakland, admire the wall mural and share more memories with Kenneth. I feel very fortunate to enjoy the best of three cities - Oakland, Alameda and San Francisco - for all they have to offer in arts, culture, dining, entertainment, shopping, the sports teams and the weather.

I stumbled up on this open space area on a drive of Skyline Drive. I had no idea Oakland was so…read morevast and had so much open space! The preserve is 928 acres with lots of trails to explore. The main one is Round Top, Volcanic, and Skyline loop which is a little over 3 miles, and there is a trail connecting to the nearby Huckleberry Botanical Regional Preserve for a longer hike. I noticed a lot of purple and yellow thistles. I liked this preserve because there were many views and you could see far out all the way to Mt. Diablo and beyond. It used to be a former volcano million of years ago and has lots of different rock formations which someone into geology would appreciate as well as a couple of labyrinths.

This might be one of my new favorite hikes in Oakland! I love the volcanic cliffs and seeing the…read morebeautiful green rolling hills. The trianl takes you through many different terrain so it never feels boring. I also enjoyed discovering interesting sites like the labyrinth and creepy sheds. They have a medium sized parking lot, but you can also park on the side of the road if needed. Bathrooms are available.

Inspiration Point is part of the Tilden Regional Park but is like a little park all on its own. A…read moresmall parking lot, with additional parking available along the road (convenient since the lot seems to fill up quickly). Access to the Nimitz Way Trail from the parking lot, a nice option for hiking. Picnic tables under the shade of trees. A restroom. Lots of vegetation all around. And of course, scenic views overlooking the trees, hills, and lakes in the distance. Spotty wifi/internet connection is also worth noting. Nothing too exciting here, but it was clean and simple with lots of little things to appreciate. If you have time, I recommend checking out the Regional Parks Botanic Garden as well, which is just a few minutes drive from here.

Great spot to walk with wonderful views and hiking trails for those inclined. The weather in the…read morearea is perfect as the temps stay relatively pleasant.

Shocked I have never been here before, considering when it was built I was the prime age to visit…read morehere in school! Nonetheless, 30 year old me enjoyed it just as much, if not more, than if I was a child. What an incredible, educational experience! My partner and I were in Richmond for a glass blowing class and I mentioned that we've never been here and we should swing by and check it out. I am so glad we did! We ended up spending a couple hours in the museum learning and watching one of their free videos that they play daily. All the staff and docents were kind and helpful! I never knew how rich the history was in Richmond during wartime. I would absolutely recommend visiting!

It's a small, yet very informative museum telling the story of how people lived during WW2. It also…read morefocuses on the children that helped out during these times collecting metals and scraps to help the war and at the same time acquire them rations. Women had also come forward to help with whatever they can do as the men were sent to fight the war. This place showed people in both local and statewide contribution to the war that the name Rosie the Riveter is a generalized symbol of all the women that were part of the revolution in the workforce at that era. This is a free museum with volunteers that run this place. They were very helpful and informative about the exhibits they held here.

Why get stuck in I-80 six lane traffic when you can take a scenic route from Berkeley northbound to…read morenearby Richmond/El Sobrante ? Or avoid Caldecott Tunnel traffic and take a drive over the mountain instead of through it? I lived in this area many years ago, luckily I remembered the views of the Bay from several stops along Grizzly Peak Drive are so worth it if you have a little time for a more casual drive. You pass the Tilden Park area along the way. Winding roads, the smell of eucalyptus trees along the way, just the way I remembered. Ahh! This is what I love and miss about the East Bay living in WNY, far away. On Grizzly Peak Boulevard, you drive for approximately ten miles from north Berkeley in total to reach the intersection with traffic light to turn west-bound towards the Bay along San Pablo Dam road. Or, east-bound towards the suburb of Orinda/Hway 24, further interior in the East Bay. Definitely take this drive if you're a visitor and want views of the Bay. Of course, if you have even more time and enjoy hiking, there are many trails off the main road to explore. What's concerning and is visible: the East Bay hills are in a serious drought and look parched. Thirsty for water. Risk of fire danger is high. This is a larger scale environmental problem for much of California. As lovely as the eucalyptus tree aroma is, it's oil is also highly flammable. I've read that when the oils in the tree heat up, the plant releases flammable gas, which ignites into a fireball. This accelerates the eucalyptus fire hazards in a region and discourages firefighting efforts. Removal of the trees has been recommended largely due to eucalyptus fire damage but also because they are taking the place of native species. The plants are considered dangerous in fire prone areas because of their habit of shooting sparks if they catch fire. Eucalyptus oil and fire are a match made in heaven from the fire's perspective but also pose a nightmare. Read more at Eucalyptus Fire Hazards on the Internet. By all means, take this drive and smell the eucalyptus while they are still here!

You should visit here when you come to the Tilden farm. It's got a great self walk thru museum…read more You can also coordinate with the facility to have a park ranger give your group educational tours. Very informative it's conducted by east bay regional parks. It's free just try and donate

This is probably the third marina I went to in the north side of East Bay. They have a nice park…read moreand with boats parked at the side. There weren't really many people here, but there seem to be residents to seem to like to walk around here. I can literally see SF and some bridges from here, but it's quite far compared to other marinas like the one from San Leandro and Emeryville. I also like how the sidewalks are created here. They seem to do a good job at creating them. This park is connected with the San Francisco Bay Trail. So if you want, you can visit other areas around here using that trail.

Its always a wonderful time here for my family & me. Please come down, take a walk by the water. We…read morego to fireworks most July 3rds here. It was a beautiful night once again. Enjoy! Peace & love!

Thank you Krystian for taking care of our 2025 Japan Trip we had a blast! Thank you for the…read morepatience with me from the time I booked my trip until the last minutes changes. I am looking forward working with you on my next trip.

Jacqueline from Going Places Travel is what I call a "travel magician"! She was able to solve the…read morechallenging mystery my travel buddy and I presented: find two business class seats to and from the Middle East from our selected departure city in the USA. She patiently, tirelessly persevered until she found a great solution. My friend and I are enormously grateful.