Oakland, CA

united states

Oakland sits across San Francisco Bay from its famous neighbor, connected by the Bay Bridge via I-80. Major routes include I-880 running north-south through the city center, I-580 heading east to the Central Valley, and Highway 24 to Berkeley and Walnut Creek. Oakland International Airport is just south of downtown off I-880. The city's Mediterranean climate and bayside location make it a year-round destination. Lake Merritt, a saltwater lagoon downtown, features a popular 3.4-mile walking path.