Architecture in Oakland

To the great surprise of many visitors, the city of Oakland is home to some fabulous architecture and historic buildings.

One of the most intriguing structures is the Fox Oakland Theatre on Telegraph Avenue. This colorful building features a terracotta facade and huge dome that radiates a middle eastern character.

Dome of the Fox Oakland Theatre

Other interesting buildings are the super-narrow Cathedral Building, the classical Oakland City Hall and the historical Victorian style homes that can be found in Preservation Park.