Grizzly Peak is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

1. Grizzly Peak

9.3
Grizzly Peak Blvd, Berkeley, CA
Scenic Lookout · 17 tips and reviews

Sanjiv D.Sanjiv Das: Great place to see the sunset and meet sports motorcycle enthusiasts. Awesome views of the bay bridge, golden gate bridge, Alcatraz, mount tamalpais.

Eric L.Eric Lampe': Beautiful western panoramic view of Oakland/San Francisco area

Kevin W.Kevin Watkins: You can see some of the best views of the Bay Area from this location!!!

Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

2. Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve

9.3
Stonewall Rd & Claremont Ave, Berkeley, CA
Park · 10 tips and reviews

Anthony S.Anthony Sicola: This hike will kick your booty. The view from the top is the best reward.

Rich N.Rich N.: This moderately strenuous hike up from Tanglewood Dr to the top rewards you with spectacular views of Berkeley, the Bay, Alcatraz, The Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco - do it!

cnelson ︻.cnelson ︻╦╤─: Super Intense hike but the view from the top is worth it!

Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

3. Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve

9.3
6800 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA
Park · 18 tips and reviews

Ovi R.Ovi Roatis: Great views, relaxing hikes

Wesley C.Wesley Callow: This place is awesome!! Great views, easy trails.

Ry M.Ry Marta: Very pretty scenic trails! Amazing view!

The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

4. The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill

7.3
1520 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Oakland · 87 tips and reviews

Brian H.Brian Houk: The bar has a great view of the water and the patio is Amazing!

Frank K.Frank Kim: The ceviche and clam starters were delicious, oysters are great here, and the halibut entree was excellent. Love the lake view balcony in back, and the oyster stout is a plus here too.

Stephen W.Stephen Winfield: Great views place love the service....

Jack London Square is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

5. Jack London Square

9.4
472 Water Street, Oakland, CA
Plaza · Jack London Square · 64 tips and reviews

Warren D.Warren Dutton: Lots of good restaurants with great views of the San Francisco skyline in the distance.

ChristineChristine: Take a stroll along the waterfront. Plenty of seats to sit and enjoy the view!

Michael S.Michael Squires: Tons of upper scale restaurants, shopping, movies, and a beautiful view of the Oakland Inner Harbor. Defintely a great area to take a date or to just hang out.

Strawberry Canyon Hiking Trail is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

6. Strawberry Canyon Hiking Trail

8.6
Berkeley, CA
Hiking Trail · University of California-Berkeley · 5 tips and reviews

SF WeeklySF Weekly: SF Weekly’s Best Of 2011 Winner – Editorial Pick – BEST PLACE TO RUN7.3 mile fire trail offers dirt terrain, steep hills, & views of UC Berkeley's Campanile, Golden Gate Bridge, & Mount Tamalpais... Read more.

SarahSarah: The hike can be a bit rough, but the view is totally worth it.

Danielle H.Danielle Howell: A nice hiking trail and seems to be dog friendly. There are a couple of uphill spots but overall not too bad and the views are beautiful!

The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

7. The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa

8.3
41 Tunnel Rd (at Claremont), Berkeley, CA
Resort · 32 tips and reviews

a A.a A: Great views

John B.John Blaze: Head out on foot behind the club, go up stonewall street and take the fireroad to the top of Panoramic Hill. Breathtaking view of the bay and surrounding elements.

Dominique M.Dominique Maraj: Take advantage of the spa, great fitness classes available and upgrade the room; the view is well worth it!

Chabot Space & Science Center is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

8. Chabot Space & Science Center

8.7
10000 Skyline Blvd (Joaquin Miller Rd), Oakland, CA
Science Museum · 28 tips and reviews

isica l.isica lynn: Free telescope viewing on Friday and Saturday nights.

Malyssa G.Malyssa Gilliam: Definitely not an entire day affair. See a planetarium show at night and view the telescopes. Seems like that would be more entertaining.

George D.George Dy: Beautiful view from the observation deck and extremely knowledgable staff. Definitely consider an annual pass and look out for deals on Groupon.

Oakland Zoo is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

9. Oakland Zoo

8.4
9777 Golf Links Rd (at Mountain Blvd), Oakland, CA
Zoo · Grass Valley, Oakland, CA · 64 tips and reviews

Christina C.Christina C: Take the train for $3.00 per person to go through the Wild Australia exhibit and see awesome Bay Area views!

ChrissyChrissy: I love how you can get pretty close to the animals. Bring your own lunch. Don't bother with the Sky Ride, it only provides a good view for the first 3 minutes.

Maraap V.Maraap Van Houwelowandt: New gondola ride is free and provides amazing views!

Brotzeit Lokal is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

10. Brotzeit Lokal

8.2
1000 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
German Restaurant · Embarcadero · 48 tips and reviews

G.R. M.G.R. Medina: Good scnitzel, cheese spatzel, good view from the patio and appropiate beer selection.

Andy C.Andy Cheng: Beautiful view and great German food.

Shane K.Shane Kinder: German food with a waterfront view

Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

11. Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar

7.3
2 Broadway (btwn Water & Broadway), Oakland, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Jack London Square · 39 tips and reviews

Jay G.Jay G: We had the cajun popcorn shrimp - tasty, and shrimp creole over red beans and rice - yummy, enough for my wife and I to share! Nice view of the harbor and upscale traditional nautical decor.

Richard W.Richard Wong: The Sunday Champagne Jazz Brunch is a fun experience with live music, waterfront views and seafood brunch buffet.

Dolce D.Dolce Diva: Too pricey for the food of an average quality. The view is nice though. Not the best clam chowder soup and swordfish.

Oakland Zoo Gondola is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

12. Oakland Zoo Gondola

8.9
California Trail Gondola Station (Oakland Zoo), Oakland, CA
Attraction · Grass Valley, Oakland, CA · 3 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: No extra admission to ride. Beautiful views. Line moves quick. Will be great when the new exhibits open Summer 2018.

ibella42ibella42: Enjoy the view of the beautiful Bay Area

Christina C.Christina C: Try the new restaurant after you ride the new gondola!

Portal is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

13. Portal

8.3
1611 2nd Ave, Oakland, CA
Gastropub · Merritt · 70 tips and reviews

Jill B.Jill Benson: Nice view. Don't go between 3-5 and expect food.

Lam A.Lam Anh: Definitely sit out in the patio, enjoy some sun and beautiful view of Lake Merrit.

BayArea A.BayArea August: Hot Lake view

Rosenblum Cellars is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

14. Rosenblum Cellars

8.2
10 Clay St, Oakland, CA
Wine Store · Jack London Square · 13 tips and reviews

Chrissy P.Chrissy Puccio: Very helpful and friendly staff with a wonderful view

Amelia L.Amelia Lauren: Amazingly friendly and accommodating staff, beautiful views, and great wine! What more could you want?

Connie P.Connie Peterson: Found a new sweet wine

UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Oakland.

15. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens

8.9
200 Centennial Dr, Berkeley, CA
Botanical Garden · University of California-Berkeley · 23 tips and reviews

Laurea d.Laurea de Ocampo: Beautiful scenery, awesome collection of plants and great place to wander

Chanan W.Chanan Walia: Walking through, it just keeps getting bigger. Great views of the bay too. Free for UCB students.

a A.a A: Corpse flower