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Oakland, CA is a vibrant city located in the San Francisco Bay area. It is known for its diverse culture and interesting attractions. From professional sports teams to outdoor activities along the Oakland estuary, there are numerous things to do and experience here. Visitors enjoy the unique blend of art, museums, galleries, parks and restaurants that give Oakland its unique character. In addition to these cultural attractions, Oakland also offers great shopping opportunities and scenic views of the bay. With so much to offer, it’s no wonder why travelers are giving rave reviews about their experiences in Oakland. Many people find that this city provides an excellent balance between relaxation and excitement – something that can be hard to achieve in some cities. With its diverse culture and vast array of activities, visitors often feel that they get more out of their trip than expected when they visit Oakland!
based on 38 ReviewsGet to know Oakland with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Oakland
Had Potential, Had Hope, Now Extinguished - 8/11/2022
I move to Oakland 20yrs ago with high hopes, loved the geography of the city, the diversity is outstanding, and the charm of the older homes is wonderful.
When I first moved here I saw all the potential, unfortunately things have spiraled downwards for years to the point we are now, the city is almost unlivable due to rampant crime, homelesness, and the do no good city management style. The police are completely unreliable, treating all citizens like the enemy. The department is corrupt & incompetent and unwilling to solve crime. Our new police commission is a black hole to bury the police misdeeds, allowing politicians to avoid accountability.
So sad, I want to love Oakland for all its great things, and there are many, unfortunately in the few years the bad outweighs the good.
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Watching the destruction of a beautiful city! - 4/14/2021
I moved to Oakland because of its racial diversity in the early eighties although I've seen some ups and downs in this visually beautiful city, it has never been as bad as it is now. Homeless camps and trash everywhere, Illegal dumping and blight litter our streets and sidewalks, crime & lawlessness totally out of control, there is no police enforcement unless there is a dead person or shooting thanks to the city' councils anti-police politics.
Third world roads, dangerous sideshows, unbearable noise and lawlessness around lake Merritt (Oakland's central park) on weekends and the WORST city leadership imaginable.
My city has become outlaw, not suitable for peace and law abiding citizens. VERY
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the good, the bad, the ugly 510 - 12/20/2020
I've lived in Oakland since 2008. If you have money to live in affluent hoods you might get robbed while waiting on carpool at 7am and will likely have your vehicle tampered with. My car was broken into several times and finally stolen and ruined after being returned 4.5 months later. I live in a rough area where the young sex workers work the streets, people sell drugs out of RVs near the multiple pop up plywood shelters and tarp/tent homes. Garbage is piling up. Tweekers zombie around with pants around ankles and butt hanging out, human feces on sidewalk, my car got hit and run. But the food is diverse and delicious in my specific hood (jingletownish) Oakland is a huge city and it has old charm and beauty and there are nice places if you have money. Oakland leadership is very poor. City services are reduced. I report dead animals and rarely reach a human because animal control has reduced hours. People just leave dead animals in the street in front of their home. There is an
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the good, the bad, the ugly 510 - 12/20/2020
I've lived in Oakland since 2008. If you have money to live in affluent hoods you might get robbed while waiting on carpool at 7am and will likely have your vehicle tampered with. My car was broken into several times and finally stolen and ruined after being returned 4.5 months later. I live in a rough area where the young sex workers work the streets, people sell drugs out of RVs near the multiple pop up plywood shelters and tarp/tent homes. Garbage is piling up. Tweekers zombie around with pants around ankles and butt hanging out, human feces on sidewalk, my car got hit and run. But the food is diverse and delicious in my specific hood (jingletownish) Oakland is a huge city and it has old charm and beauty and there are nice places if you have money. Oakland leadership is very poor. City services are reduced. I report dead animals and rarely reach a human because animal control has reduced hours. People just leave dead animals in the street in front of their home. There is an
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Skip this hood - 6/24/2020
I've lived in Oakland 28 years, it's gone from ok- better to horrible (current state). 1/90 people are robbed. Years of lame duck leadership, accountability for nothing and rampant theft contribute to this city sliding closer to hell. If you live here, consider moving here or visit there is a high likelihood you will be a victim of
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California Soul - 1/18/2020
I went out to the Bay Area to get away from the negativity of Cincinnati, OH. It was the last advice my mother gave me before She passed away in 2008 So I finally did that and I have to say I Hella Love Oakland. The Media has told so many lies about The Town. There's so much there to do from seeing the Raiders Athletics and Warriors. The Oakland Hills are Beautiful as the sun sets then too Tower of Power music can be heard everywhere there. All towns has its bad sides but Oakland is far from ugly. I plan to move there and start my own
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best place ived lived - 8/8/2011
january 24,2003 was when i arrived in oakland.i have fond memories there people were very helpful towards me,non biased treated me like the norm.when i was looking to find a place to get insurance the lady on the bus was helpful and told me where it was.also when i was looking for a church this young white lady invited me to her church but also told me of churches where young black men be at.that was helpful since im black myself.people of all ethnicities would speak to me in my neighborhood. sequoyah community church was the best church ived been.really nice people and a diversed church made me felt wanted and appreciated. i was sad when i had to leave oakland,no where ive lived was good to me like oakland. oakland is a culturally sensitive diversed city which i liked,the nbas warriors have loyal
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The Real Oakland - 7/25/2010
The real Oakland is not what the media portrays. It is a beautiful city.
The topography is awesome. Oakland is one of the most diverse cities in the country...actually I believe it is second.
The crime factor is a reality. However the majority of it is in the flat lands; the neighborhoods of east and west Oakland.
The million dollar mansions in the Oakland hills are breath taking. Lake Merritt is a beautiful sanctuary to many rare birds and Jack London Square is a haven of culture, wonderful eateries and waterfront views.
This is a beautiful place.. but don't take my word for it - come visit!
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