Roxanne & Dan
Things To Do
University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley
Lovely grounds with interesting plants from around the world and a great selection of California native plants.
Tilden Regional Park
A regional park in the Berkeley Hills with hiking and great views of the Bay Area.
Millennium
Tasty plant-based food. A favorite of ours for a nice date night out.
Oakland Museum of California
A beautiful museum full of California history in downtown Oakland.
Drake's Dealership
Local beer spot with delicious pizza. Most of the tables are in a lovely courtyard with greenery and fire pits, a great place to spend an nice evening.
Chabot Space & Science Center
A space and science museum in the hills with interactive displays, a planetarium, and powerful telescopes.
Shizen Vegan Sushi Bar
Are you sensing a food theme yet? Meat lovers will vouch for this place!
The Palace Of Fine Arts
A series of structures built for the 1915 World's Fair. Check out the surrounding park area and nearby Crissy Field beach, too.
Golden Gate Park
Expansive park with many sights to see... the de Young Art Museum, the Cal Academy of Science, the Japanese Tea Garden, the Conservatory of Flowers... the list goes on!
Pacific Pinball Museum 1510 Webster Street
I mean, does it need an explanation?!
St. George Spirits
A local distillery with tours and tastings. They make a delicious pear brandy.
Zeitgeist
The quintessential Mission district bar: fancy beer with no frills.
The Star on Grand
There is a surprising amount of "Chicago style" deep dish pizza in the Bay Area. The Star is our favorite!
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Want to see some Redwoods while visiting California, without having to travel far? Want some exercise or fresh air? Enjoy a hike, jog, or picnic in this well shaded local park in the Oakland hills.
The Butcher’s Son; Vegan Delicatessen & Bakery
Another one of our favorite local restaurants!
Morcom Rose Garden
A surprising patch of serenity in busy Oakland.
The Exploratorium
The Exploratorium is an interactive science museum that is fun for kids and adults alike. Roxanne even used to work here!
Berkeley Marina / César E. Chávez Park
The Berkeley Marina is a great place for a stroll to enjoy some sunshine and the breeze from the bay.