Things to do in Bakersfield

Activities, attractions and tours
Bakersfield
Bakersfield
Bakersfield
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What to do in Bakersfield


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Areas of Bakersfield

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Downtown Bakersfield

If you're spending some time in Downtown Bakersfield, Mechanics Bank Arena and Fox Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Bakersfield
Driving through Shafter I saw this impressive set of horns!

Rosedale

You might make a stop by Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall while you're exploring Rosedale.

Rosedale
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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.

Wheeler Ridge
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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.

West Park Community
Best ice cream shop in Bakersfield!

Oleander - Sunset

While Oleander - Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Mechanics Bank Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oleander - Sunset
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Oildale

When in Oildale, you can plan a visit to Sam Lynn Ballpark and Kern County Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Oildale