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Oakland, California
Oakland’s scenic Jack London Square boasts dramatic
views of the San Francisco Bay, waterfront shopping
and dining and world-class entertainment and attractions.
Visitors to this exciting destination can also enjoy
one of hundreds of special events hosted at the Square,
from weekly Farmer’s Markets featuring the bounties
of Northern California, to special holiday celebrations
such as the annual Lighted Yacht Parade, and free concerts
by both local and national artists.
Jack London Square, named for the famous author who
was also one of the City of Oakland’s most renowned
native sons, was developed in 1989 along the city’s
waterfront by the Port of Oakland. In its 13-year history,
it has become established as one of the Bay Area’s
most popular and certainly most scenic and entertainment
destinations.
Jack London Square features 10 dining establishments,
several retail shops, a 9-screen cinema, overnight accommodations
and a variety of unique waterfront attractions. The
myriad of leisure options at Jack London Square is appropriate
for all types of guests, whether they are searching
for a great family destination or a romantic getaway.
Guests will find exciting activities through the day
and into the night at the Square, from taking a Venetian-style
gondola ride on the Bay, to shopping at Barnes&Noble
and other specialty shops, to enjoying world-class jazz
performances and Japanese cuisine at Yoshi’s
Jazz Club.
For those interested in Oakland’s past, a self-guided
walking tour features highlights of the Square’s
rich history. Visitors follow bronze “wolf tracks”
through the Square, each recognizing a significant historical
event or development. The trail leads to a final and
important landmark … the permanently docked “Potomac”;
President Franklin Roosevelt’s “floating White
House”, which is now a museum.
The Square is located near Oakland’s revitalized
downtown district and is easily accessible by bus and
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit). Jack London Square also
offers underground, aboveground and valet parking. An
Amtrak station is located adjacent to the Square.
More information about Jack London Square merchants,
special events and attractions can be found by visiting
www.jacklondonsquare.com
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Media Contact:
Manette Belliveau
510-839-9000
manette@oaklandcvb.com
www.oaklandcvb.com
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