San Francisco Bay Area - East Bay Attractions
Across the Oakland Bay Bridge from San Francisco lie the large megalopolis of Oakland, Berkeley and a string of other cities. Berkeley is noted for the University of California where many Nobel Prize winners have taught over the years. Berkeley was also the site of the discovery of many of the heavier atomic elements.
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Alameda, California
Alameda (pop. 76,459) is located on an island on the east shore of San Francisco Bay, 6mi/10km east of San Francisco.
Alameda was incorporated in 1854. It is a shipbuilding and shipping center.
Alameda was incorporated in 1854. It is a shipbuilding and shipping center.
Alameda City Chamber of Commerce
1416 Park Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
United States
1416 Park Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
United States
Phone 1 (510) 522-0414
Fax 1 (510) 522-7677
Alameda - USS Hornet Museum
The USS Hornet is docked at Pier 3 at the former Alameda Naval Air Station on Alameda Point. On display are vintage clothing, photographs, art, toys and a bicycle built for six. A gallery features works by local artists.
All values are in United States Dollars
USS Hornet Museum
Box 460
Alameda, CA 94501-9560
United States
Box 460
Alameda, CA 94501-9560
United States
Phone 1 (510) 521-8448
Fax 1 (510) 521-8327
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 14.00 |
| Senior over 65 | $ 12.00 |
| Group discounts | $ 12.00 |
| Military discount | $ 12.00 |
| Child 17 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Child 4 & under | FREE |
Alameda Historical Museum
The Alameda Historical Museum has displays from the history of the town including photos, furniture and toys.
Clayton - Joel Clayton Home and Museum, California
Clayton Historical Society was founded in 1974 and features exhibits of historical and community events. Memorabilia and historical resources are available.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 14:00 | Closed | Closed | Closed | 14:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Crockett - Crockett Historical Museum, California
The Crockett Historical Museum is housed in the former Southern Pacific Depot. Memorabilia from local residents as well as a display of the C & H Sugar Refinery are featured.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 |
Moraga - Hearst Art Gallery, California
The Hearst Art Gallery in Moraga was built in 1977, replacing the original gallery from 1934.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Parking
Free
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Newark - Stage 1 Repertory Theatre, California
Stage 1 Repertory Theatre is a non-profit theatre group that performs comedy, drama and musicals.
Pleasanton, California
Pleasanton is located 15mi/24km east of San Francisco Bay. Activities include swimming at Shadow Cliff, golfing at one of the three courses, visiting the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings or a tour of the Museum on Main.
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce
777 Peters Avenue
Pleasanton, CA 94566-6500
United States
777 Peters Avenue
Pleasanton, CA 94566-6500
United States
Phone 1 (925) 846-5858
Fax 1 (925) 846-9697
Pleasanton - Rapids Waterslide at Shadow Cliffs
The Rapids Waterslide at Shadow Cliffs in Pleasanton is a great family attraction with a wave pool, waterslides, slow river for floating, and kids activity area.
Hours
May 29 to June 10
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:30 | 10:30 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 |
June 11 to September 6
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 | 10:30 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 |
Parking
Pay
San Leandro, California
San Leandro is located 15mi/24km southeast of Oakland. First discovered on March 20, 1772 by a Spanish soldier and Spanish Catholic priest. San Leandro was settled by many who were not successful during the Gold Rush. Over the years, the town has grown substantially!
San Leandro Chamber of Commerce
262 Davis Street
San Leandro, CA 94577-2797
United States
262 Davis Street
San Leandro, CA 94577-2797
United States
Phone 1 (510) 351-1481
Fax 1 (510) 351-6740
San Leandro - Casa Peralta
The Casa Peralta in San Leandro was built in 1901 and has been restored to its appearance from the 1920's. Highlights include the history of Luis Maria Peralta and his sons. Spanish tiles inside the fence relate the story of Don Quixote.
