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Turfin' Mural from the Bay Area Mural Festival 2018 in Oakland, CA

Self Guided Tours

Learn from local experts, on your own time. Oakland's self-guided tours give you the opportunity to start whenever you want, go at your own speed, stop throughout to grab a drink or bite to eat. Discover Oakland like you never have before with art tours, history tours, food tours and so much more!

Food & Drink Tours

Roses' Taproom

Temescal Food Tour: Part 1

You’ve just arrived in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland. If you’re here to eat, what you may or may not know is that in addition to having bomb food, some of the best...

Bakesale Betty Fried Chicken Sandwich

Temescal Food Tour: Part 2

While strolling through Temescal, you'll immediately witness the cultural diversity of the community reflected in the restaurants, bars, and eateries present. On this tour,...

History Tours

Black Panther Party Exhibit at OMCA

Explore the Black Panther Party’s History in Oakland, CA

Oakland has always prided itself on being a progressive city, standing up for the rights of its communities at all costs. Take the Black Panther Party of Self Defense for example, which...

Peralta Hacienda

Peralta Hacienda House

Tour the historic Peralta House! Self-guided audio tours available during museum hours.

Mural & Walking Tours

Earth Sanctuary Mural

Jack London Mural Tour

Take a deep breath in and smell the sea. Look at the boats at bay. The ferry is either pulling in or taking off from the port. The cranes at work in the distance. The sun reflecting off...

Jingletown Art Studios Building

Jingletown Art Tour

You’ve just arrived in the Oakland neighborhood of Jingletown. While you may not experience the sounds of jingle bells, I can promise you that you’re in for a dose of rich...

Black-Owned Sign at alaMar

Black-Owned Businesses in Downtown Oakland Tour

We’re highlighting Black-owned businesses, galleries, and landmarks in Downtown and Uptown Oakland. Lace up your favorite sneakers and take a walk with us as...

Dragon School Mural

Dragon School 99 Mural Tour

Enjoy a visual walking tour of the Dragon School 99 murals.

Paramount Theater

What is Public Art?

Learn about public art installations in and around Downtown Oakland with this self-guided tour.

Scavenger Hunts

Gardens at Lake Merritt

Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunt

During your Operation City Quest scavenger hunt in Oakland, you'll take in all the city has to offer while gaining points and competing against prior teams for first place on the...

Segway Jack London Square

Let's Roam Scavenger Hunt

One city in California is spoiled with two beautiful waterfronts. On this fun-filled Oakland scavenger hunt, explore the Inner Harbor, Lake Merritt and all the best sights in...

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