Alia & Andrew
Things To Do
PIER 39
PIER 39 is a must on your list of your things to do in San Francisco, with sea lions, waterfront dining, street performers, live music, shopping and more.
Oakland Museum of California
One of the Bay Area's best art, history, & science museums. A children's museum, a museum of California, & an incredible 'thing to do' in Oakland.
Jack London Square
Situated along the scenic Oakland/Alameda estuary, Jack London Square is a vibrant destination in Oakland bringing together dining, retail, recreation and exciting events year-round. From lively summer night markets and outdoor movies to kayaking and bicycling along the waterfront, the verve and energy of Jack London Square make it a travel destination for individuals from all over the Bay Area and beyond. Stroll, walk, run or bike the waterfront walkways and peaceful park-like areas; and meet, greet, sip, chat, or just relax and enjoy the waterfront view.
Oakland Zoo
Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 700 native and exotic animals. We're recognized for our outstanding animal care, particularly our elephant care program, and for our Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California.
California Academy of Sciences
Life-changing moments. World-changing science. We’re an aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum in the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park—and a powerful voice for biodiversity research and exploration, environmental education, and sustainability across the globe.
The Little Ice Rink (holiday seasonal)
4,100 square feet of ice skating bliss from November 3 through January 8
University of California, Berkeley
A beautiful campus with gorgeous natural landscape and historic buildings. No matter your interests, you’ll find something cool happening on the campus of UC Berkeley. Hit up any number of sporting events (some of which are free), explore the Hogwarts-like Doe Library or even try to find the life-size T-Rex hiding inside one of the halls. The campus opens up to infamous Telegraph Ave and downtown Berkeley's Shattuck Ave where Alia spent lots of time growing up and where her and Andrew first lived together.
Powell Street Station
Cable car rides! Visitor Information Center: Right below the Powell Street cable car turnaround in Hallidie Plaza, you can book a hotel room, find out about a restaurant, get the lowdown on attractions or just stop by to ask questions. Union Square: Posh hotels, boutique inns, famous and innovative restaurants and some of the finest department stores and designer shops in the region are just a short walk from BART. Westfield Centre: One hundred and seventy specialty stores all share space at the center, including the largest Bloomingdale’s outside of New York City and the second largest Nordstrom. A unique curved escalator system enhances the shopping experience. Theaters: The Curran Theater, American Conservatory Theater, Geary Theater, Marine’s Memorial Theatre, and EXIT Theatreplex. City View at Metreon: This urban entertainment complex offers a 15-screen movie theater, an IMAX theater, dining, shops and more. Perfect for kids and teens.
Dunes Beach
This beach is wonderful and has great, sweeping views of the pacific - cloudy or sunny. The trail also runs along this so you can include this stop along your trail hike! A great place to bring the family and hangout for the day. Lots of parking spots and well maintained beach.
Santa Cruz
The natural environment in and around Downtown Santa Cruz is really unmatched. The many sidewalk cafes along the tree-lined sidewalks create a comfortable pedestrian experience, giving Downtown Santa Cruz a walk score in the high 90’s. Santa Cruz County's 29 miles of sun-splashed, fun-filled beaches offer something for everyone. From dramatic windswept cliffs to the wide expanses of sand and sea, you're sure to find your sweet spot on the sand. UC Santa Cruz is a Redwood rich campus full of beautiful vistas, hikes, and trails. Don't forget the rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!
College Avenue
Whether it's College and Bancroft for the Berkeley Campus vibe, College and Ashby for the Elmwood area where Alia grew up, College and Alcatraz for great produce and fresh flowers, or College at Rockridge for shopping, restaurants, and more - this 2.3 mile stretch of College Ave has it all for a sweet and charming Berkeley/Oakland visit.