Oakland Landmarks
What landmark do you think most represents Oakland?
What one is greatest to you? I’m honestly not sure but do have a few favorites.
I removed several poll options because they were not getting any votes so it’s now between these three.
Port of Oakland cranes, Lake Merritt and The Tribune Building.
I wanna hear your opinion. Drop a comment below or mention something that isn’t on this poll.
Oakland Landmarks poll
Also be sure to follow me on Instagram! @OaklandMofo
Here are a few of my photos from Instagram for you to enjoy.
This first set of photos are all of Lake Merritt from my Instagram.

Lake Merritt nearing sunset.

Lake Merritt at sunset. I did a little editing to this one but I really like it.

A Crane and the church at Lake Merritt.

The construction project Measure DD at Lake Merritt.

A White Pelican at Lake Merritt.

Just a normal Sunday drinking at Lake Merritt after Mimosa brunch.

Just hanging out at the Plaza on East 18th enjoying a burrito and watching the sunset.

Do you see 2pac in the water?

Another Crane at Lake Merritt on a beautiful sunny morning.
And now onto the coolest building in Oakland. The Oakland Tribune Tower!

Here is one of my favorites. The Oakland Tribune from Oakland City Center 12th Street BART.

I had fun editing this one and must say I am quite fond of it.

Another lovely shot of the Tribune Tower from 12th ST BART early in the morning.

This is in City Center Oakland sometime during December when they had the Christmas Tree up.

I know what you’re thinking, ok they are all from the same spot! Well I do go there every morning for my commute to SF.

I took this one from 12th ST BART on my way to work.

I have run into the Nestle Quik Bunny a few times at 12th ST BART on Broadway and he has given me free chocolate milk.
He asked if I wanted a picture and I said not of me, with you and the Tribune.
You can also buy my photos of these landmarks by clicking the links below.
- how to get up oakland tribune tower (1)




I voted for Lake Merritt. While there are other landmarks I love (e.g., the Tribune Tower, the theaters, etc.) I think Lake Merritt most defines Oakland. It shapes all the neighborhoods around it