Bakersfield, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Bakersfield
Where to stay in Bakersfield
Downtown Bakersfield
This central business district is hone to theaters, sports complex, museums, and historical landmarks. Enjoy shopping, dining, Arts District, Civic Center, and Mill Creek. Easily accessible via State Routes and public transit.
Wheeler Ridge
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Wheeler Ridge. You might consider a stop by Outlets at Tejon while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Rosedale
You might make a stop by Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall while you're exploring Rosedale.
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.
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.
Oildale
When in Oildale, you can plan a visit to Sam Lynn Ballpark and Kern County Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
No eating table in the room, curtians in poor shape
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Padre Hotel
Staff was super accommodating and friendly. Darling hotel.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
There was black mold around the rim of the tub. Breakfast was really poor. The free hotel breakfast among chain businesses is hardly edible, but this was less than others. The room was comfortable and quiet and had a convenient location.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities
Awesome place to stay highly recommended 10/10
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Bakersfield Outdoor Oasis - Kitchen, Bar, Pool, Spa, Fire
This home was absolutely perfect in every way for every need. They even allow backyard gatherings as long as you respect quiet hours, which is such a rare thing to find. Most places don’t even allow extra guests to stop by for a visit, and that made such a difference for me while reconnecting with ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Spacious 4-bedroom house in lovely Bakersfield country club area with pool
The house was very comfortable and quiet. I struggle a little with this review because I enjoyed my stay but there were lots of little strange inconveniences. For example, the TV remote was on the wall next to the kitchen and we couldn't find it/ use the TV; the water line on the slide is broken ...
Reviewed on 22 April 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
The Park At River Walk
Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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 top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
California State University-Bakersfield
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit California State University-Bakersfield, during your travels in Bakersfield. Check out the charming coffeehouses or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Outlets at Tejon
During your trip to Arvin, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Outlets at Tejon. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Kern County Fairgrounds
Take the family on an outing to Kern County Fairgrounds during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
