Just steps away from the San Francisco Public Library (100 Larkin St.). A quiet, airy space for reading, studying, or attending one of the many community events. Read more.
Walk to Roxie Theater (3117 16th St.) The oldest operating cinema in San Francisco, this non-profit neighborhood moviehouse screens indie flicks, docs and more. Read more.
Walk on over to the drop-dead-gorgeous restored Fox Theater, booking some of the best musical artists to grace the Bay Area. Read more.
Walk to Oakland Chinatown nearby. A showcase of pan-Asian culture and less touristy than the one in San Francisco; go early for first pick of the day’s produce. Read more.
Stroll around Fruitvale Village, an example of a mixed-used development around transit with housing, retail, restaurants and office spaces. Try the crepes and beignets at Powderface. Read more.
Walk to Zachary’s Pizza (5801 College Ave.) Crazy delicious deep-dish pizza; the spinach and mushroom and the Mediterranean, with artichokes and feta, are veggie faves. Read more.