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35 Best and Fun Things To Do In Emeryville, California


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Found on the shores of the San Francisco Bay, Emeryville is well-known for its food scene. From coffee shops to restaurants, there are plenty of great places to get a bite while you’re in town. It’s also known for its diversity and being a center for tech startups, so it offers something for everyone.

There are several ways to experience Emeryville, but you can’t miss the waterfront. This also offers a lot of great opportunities for outdoor activities, especially if you’re into kayaking or swimming. And if you’re looking for something more active, you can hike the beautiful walking trail.

Read our list below to discover the best and most fun things to do in Emeryville, California

The 35 Most Popular Things To Do In Emeryville, California

35. Cerrito Creek

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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34. Temescal Creek

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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33. Round Top

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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32. Bay Bridge Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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31. Ohlone Greenway

4.4 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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30. Jewel Lake

4.2 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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29. Radio Beach

4.1 ★★★★☆ (8 reviews)

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28. Bay Bridge Bike Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (18 reviews)

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Location: Bay Bridge Trail Oakland CA

27. Emeryville Crescent State Marine Reserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (25 reviews)

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Location: 3308 Powell Street Emeryville CA

Tel:  916 653 6995

Web Address:   https://parks.ca.gov/

26. Blair Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (25 reviews)

Location: 930 Moraga Ave Piedmont CA

Tel:  510 420 3050

Web Address:   http://ci.piedmont.ca.us/publicworks/parks-list.shtml#blair

25. Tilden Nature Area Environmental Education Center

4.9 ★★★★★ (36 reviews)

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Location: 600 Canon Dr Berkeley CA

Tel:  510 544 2233

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/tilden/

24. Old Tunnel Road Staging Area

4.5 ★★★★★ (59 reviews)

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Location: Quarry Rd. Orinda CA

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/sibley

23. Blake Garden UC Berkeley

4.8 ★★★★★ (167 reviews)

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Location: 70 Rincon Road Kensington CA

Tel:  510 524 2449

22. Siesta Valley Recreation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ (175 reviews)

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Location: 100 California Shakespeare Theater Way Orinda CA

Web Address:   http://ebmud.com/recreation/east-bay/east-bay-trails/

21. Toll Plaza Beach

4.0 ★★★★☆ (226 reviews)

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20. Dracena Quarry Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (312 reviews)

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Location: 130 Dracena Ave Piedmont CA

Tel:  510 420 3050

19. Point Emery

4.6 ★★★★★ (314 reviews)

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Location: Emeryville CA

18. Regional Parks Botanic Garden

4.8 ★★★★★ (327 reviews)

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Location: 1550 Wildcat Canyon Road Berkeley CA

Tel:  510 544 3169

Web Address:   http://nativeplants.org/

17. Doyle Hollis Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (334 reviews)

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Location: Emeryville CA

Tel:  510 596 4395

Web Address:   http://ci.emeryville.ca.us/158/City-Parks

16. Bushrod Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (354 reviews)

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Location: 560 59th Street Oakland CA

Tel:  510 238 7275

Web Address:   https://oaklandca.gov/

15. Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ (447 reviews)

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Location: 7087 Skyline Blvd Oakland CA

Tel:  888 327 2757

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/huckleberry

14. Skyline Gate Staging Area

4.7 ★★★★★ (460 reviews)

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Location: 8490 Skyline Blvd Oakland CA

Tel:  888 327 2757

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/redwood

13. Inspiration Point

4.6 ★★★★★ (554 reviews)

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Location: Wildcat Canyon Road Orinda CA

Tel:  888 327 2757

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/tilden

12. Oaks Card Club

3.9 ★★★★☆ (598 reviews)

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Location: 4097 San Pablo Ave Emeryville CA

Tel:  510 653 4456

Web Address:   http://oakscardclub.com/

11. Piedmont Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (602 reviews)

Location: 356 Highland Ave Piedmont CA

Tel:  510 420 3050

10. Redwood Valley Railway (Tilden Steam Train)

4.9 ★★★★★ (869 reviews)

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Location: 2481 Grizzly Peak Blvd Orinda CA

Tel:  510 548 6100

Web Address:   https://redwood-valley-railway.business.site/

9. Tilden Nature Area

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,313 reviews)

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Location: 600 Canon Dr Berkeley CA

Tel:  510 544 2233

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/tilden

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8. Emeryville Shellmound Memorial

4.0 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 5633 Bay Street Emeryville CA

7. Grizzly Peak

4.8 ★★★★★ (90 reviews)

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6. Mosswood Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ (652 reviews)

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Location: 3612 Webster Street Oakland CA

Tel:  510 597 5038

5. Emeryville Marina Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (747 reviews)

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Location: 3310 Powell Street Emeryville CA

Tel:  510 596 4353

Web Address:   https://ci.emeryville.ca.us/156/Facility-Parks-Permits

4. San Pablo Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (851 reviews)

Location: 2800 Park Street Berkeley CA

Tel:  510 981 5150

Web Address:   http://ci.berkeley.ca.us/Parks_Rec_Waterfront/Trees_Parks/Parks__San_Pablo_Park.aspx

3. Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,205 reviews)

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Location: Oakland CA

Tel:  888 327 2757

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/sibley/

2. McLaughlin Eastshore State Seashore

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,773 reviews)

Location: Berkeley CA

Tel:  888 327 2757

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/eastshore#about

1. Tilden Regional Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (3,394 reviews)

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Location: 2501 Grizzly Peak Blvd Orinda CA

Tel:  510 544 2747

Web Address:   http://ebparks.org/parks/tilden

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Emeryville, California! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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