Location: Alameda
Top Things to do in Alameda
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Alameda, California (CA)
Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Bay Farm Island, and is adjacent to and south of Oakland and east of San Francisco across the San Francisco Bay. Bay Farm Island, a portion of which is also known as "Harbor Bay Isle", is not actually an island, and is part of the mainland adjacent to the Oakland International Airport. The city's estimated 2017 population was 79,928. Alameda is a charter city, rather than a general law city, allowing the city to provide for any form of government. Alameda became a charter city and adopted a council–manager government in 1916, which it retains to the present.
Restaurants in Alameda
1. Antiques By The Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
The business offices are open Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm. The Antiques Faire is open one day per month on the 1st Sunday every month. The Alameda Point Antiques Faire is the largest antiques show in Northern California. Held on the 1st Sunday of every month, the Faire boasts over 800 Dealer booths. All items are 20 years old or older. Our faire is the ultimate place to shop for vintage and antique home decorations, clothing, furniture, jewelry, art, pottery, books & collectibles.
2. Dan's Fresh Produce
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
3. Rock Wall Wine Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
The Rock Wall Wine Company represents a new chapter in the East Bay winemaking scene. The winery offers wine lovers one of the most unique experiences in the wine world. Shauna Rosenblum is the winemaker for Rock Wall Wine Company. She learned everything she knows about winemaking from her father Kent Rosenblum who was known as the "King of Zin". The Rock Wall Wine Company is founded on the philosophy of the right grape in the right place and are the result of many long-term relationships with acclaimed vineyards. Grapes are sourced from all over California which creates a diverse winemaking environment, complete with different grape varieties, styles and regional flavor profiles. Ideally situated in Alameda, California, the winery boasts spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, and more importantly its locale allows the winemaking team to be regionally centralized so fruit can be picked and transported to the winery within a few hours.
Reviewed By GGWD - Tampa, United States
We met a friend there. It is located in one of the old areas by the Hangars at the former Naval Air Station Alameda, right on a taxiway to the main runway (not used anymore). Cool place. 4-6 Half Off By the Glass so we got to try out some great wines. The bottles they produce are very cool looking. Food was AMAZING. The Burger with Blueberry and Blue Cheese was incredible with the Buffalo Fries. Super Good!
4. Faction Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By SwingerJ - San Diego, United States
The San Francisco Bay Area is perhaps the most expensive place to live in America. And at a time when most craft beers are costing $7-10+ each, somehow Faction has been able to continue to sell a good selection tasty craft pints for only $5...that's amazing! There are other choices $6+, but for the cheap SOAB such as myself and others like me, this is just fantastic. How can they economically do this? Makes no financial sense to me...but it could be the sheer volume that helps keep costs down. This place is always busy, yet we almost always find a place to sit pretty quickly. Pro Tip: On a lovely sunny day, wear sunscreen and maybe bring a hat.
5. Alameda Island Brewing Company
6. Downtown Alameda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Downtown Alameda is the vibrant commercial, cultural, and civic center of Alameda, California. Over 450 locally-owned businesses are located in the historic shopping district -- restaurants, shops, professional and personal services, family entertainment venues, and the historic Alameda Theatre & Cineplex. Downtown Alameda is centrally located in the San Francisco Bay Area: - 5 minutes from Downtown Oakland - 10 minutes from Oakland International Airport - 15 minutes from Berkeley - 20 minutes from San Francisco - 40 minutes from San Jose Parking is available in the Civic Center Parking Garage located near the corner of Central Ave and Oak Street, and on nearby streets. Public transportation is available via AC Transit, with connections to BART.
Reviewed By JudithA700 - Pittsburgh, United States
Alameda is a charming town to walk around in. Many restaurants and attractive shops to suit all tastes and budgets.
7. Shoreline Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By TV2451
This park is very popular with folks out for a stroll and to enjoy the expansive views of the Bay with San Francisco off in the distance. The beach is popular in the summer, a bit cool.
8. Crab Cove Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 54 reviews
Fun family nature programs and Bay shoreline explorations, interactive exhibits and an 800-gallon aquarium displaying Bay creatures. Wheelchair access at low tide.
9. Alameda Museum
10. Crown Memorial State Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By QuangBee - Walnut Creek, United States
Amazing beach stroll that is less cold and windy than the San Francisco’ Pacific Ocean. The area is small, but great to catch some fresh air. If you walk just two blocks out, it instantly becomes a hot and sunny pavement. Therefore, travel comfortably
