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Jack London Square Waterfront | Free Oakland Guided Walking Tours

The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the USS Potomac, the restored yacht of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Tour begins at 10 am at the Jack London Square entry arch, foot of Broadway.

2019 Dates

  • Wednesday, May 8
  • Wednesday, June 5
  • Wednesday, July 10
  • Saturday, August 17
  • Wednesday, August 28
  • Saturday, September 7
  • Wednesday, October 2

To make a reservation for the Jack London Waterfront Tour, please call (510) 238-3234 or e-mail aallen@oaklandca.gov. Please include the specific tour and date you are requesting in your message.

Parking is available at various garages and surface lots in the area.

Free 90-minute walking tours of downtown Oakland will be offered every Wednesday and Saturday from May through October. The twice weekly guided tours showcase the city’s changing skyline, landmarks, churches and high-rises.


Free / RSVP