Visit Downtown Bakersfield
Popular places to visit
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
You can make plans for a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Check out the charming coffeehouses or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science in Bakersfield. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bakersfield Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
McMurtrey Aquatic Center
Catch an event at McMurtrey Aquatic Center during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Downtown Bakersfield Hotel Deals
The Padre Hotel
Overall a positive stay. The staff was always friendly and helpful. We out dinners and breakfast at the hotel. It was convenient to eat there
Reviewed on 2026/1/11
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
Close to convention center
Reviewed on 2026/1/11
Best Western Plus Hill House
The woman at check in was super friendly and
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Clean and spacious room.
Reviewed on 2026/1/17
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
It’s all good
Reviewed on 2026/1/17
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
The room was clean and very well appointed The front desk staff was friendly and responsive
Reviewed on 2026/1/17
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Bakersfield
Riviera - Westchester
If you're spending some time in Riviera - Westchester, Kern River and Camelot Park are top sights worth seeing.
Oleander - Sunset
While Oleander - Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.
Baker Street
While Baker Street might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dignity Health Arena and Fox Theater.
La Cresta
When in La Cresta, you can plan a visit to Kern County Museum and Bakersfield Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Park Community
Though West Park Community might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater.
East Bakersfield
Primarily a mix of residential and commercial spaces, East Bakersfield is home to Old Town Kern, the former central business district of Sumner. Discover the area's Basque-cuisine restaurants for a unique dining experience.
