First Time Tourists Guide in Bakersfield, United States
SIGHTSEEING
Hart Park is a popular attraction in Bakersfield with a big 370 acres area. This park has two lakes and three canals you can enjoy while taking a walk. A lot of people come here for swimming, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The park is open every day from 5 AM until 10 PM. This park was built in 1936. The name of this park comes from the County Supervisor, John Hart.
Hart Park
DOWNTOWN
Bakersfield Museum of Art is a great museum in the city. The design of this museum is unique and natural because the gardens are so green. Here, you will be amazed by the permanent art collections by local artists. Also, there are interesting workshops for kids in this museum. So it's a perfect place if you come with your kids. If you want to visit the museum, come between Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Bakersfield Museum of Art
SHOPPING
A bottle of wine can be a souvenir to take home. Come to BevMo! to get some. This wine store offers a huge selection of wine from international to local. Not only wine, but craft beers and spirits are also sold here. Also, you can get cool souvenirs at Bobbi's Hallmark Shop. There are local clothing, ornaments, and gifts you can buy at low-prices in this store.
BevMo!
Bobbi's Hallmark Shop
FOOD & DRINK
While you're in Bakersfield, don't forget to try Halleck Creek. It's an American cheese by Nicaso Valley Cheese Company in California. You can taste the cheese with salads or sandwiches. Bakersfield is also popular for its Mexican foods, like torta or tacos. For the drink, don't miss trying the city's craft beer to complete your day.
CULTURE
Bakersfield is populated by approximately 383,579 people. Most people speak English because it's the official language. Another spoken language is Spanish. The biggest ethnic in the city is Basque. That's why you will find many Basque restaurants in Bakersfield. Other ethnicities you will find in the city are Mexican, Asian, and African-American. Bakersfield is a home for country songs and visual arts. You might want to join its festival, Bakersfield Rock & Country Music & Art Festival.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit Bakersfield is from March to June or October to November. It's the ideal time because the weather is pleasant and the temperature is warm to explore the city.
HOTEL
While you're in Bakersfield for vacation, make sure to stay in Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North. This simple hotel has outdoor pools and warm rooms to stay in. It's located 1 mile from Beach Park and 3 miles from the Bakersfield Museum of Art. Also, you can stay in the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson. This elegant hotel is so strategic because it's close to shopping centers and dining at Valley Plaza Mall. Also, it's 2 miles from entertainment and trade shows at Kern County Fairgrounds.
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bakersfield, CA
RESTAURANT
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a popular American restaurant to visit, especially with your family. They serve delicious American cuisines and craft beers too. There are burgers, avocado, egg rolls, and pizza for the highly recommended options. Also, come to J's Place Waffle House & Southern Style Cooking. This restaurant serves Southern American foods. You can try its amazing Chicken and Waffles or Peach Cobbler here.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
J's Place Waffle House & Southern Style Cooking
CAFE
24th Street Cafe is a nice cafe for having breakfast. This simple cafe was opened in 1987. It serves typical American foods. There are pancakes, omelets, cajun, and even pastrami to offer. This is a nice place to hang out with your travel buddies or mingle with locals. Also, come to Cafe Smitten. This artsy cafe is a perfect choice for coffee lovers because they serve craft coffee drinks. Wine and beer are also offered here. For the foods, try their sandwiches and vegan foods.
24th Street Cafe
Cafe Smitten
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Enjoy the night at Lengthwise The Pub. This simple pub is popular for its low-prices drinks. There is a wide selection of beer you can order. This place is the best to hang out with friends at night. Don't forget to order its nice salad and tacos. But, if you are a wine lover, come to Wine Me Up. This is a wine bar, serving various wines you can taste at reasonable prices. Also, the space is so cozy and warm to chill out.
Lengthwise The Pub
Wine Me Up
INTERESTING PLACE
Kern County Museum is an interesting museum in Bakersfield. This is the right place to know about Kern county history. There are many artifacts and information
about Native Americans you will find out. You will see over 50 original buildings with the 19th century vibe. Also, you can visit the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science. This museum has Geology, Anthropology, and Paleontology displays to see. It's also a kid-friendly area with interesting artifacts to explore.
Kern County Museum
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Central Park at Mill Creek is a great area for photography. There are many spots, like around the Kern Island Canal, Mill Creek bridge, and the lake. Make sure to capture your moment as many as possible at this park. Another spot to go is Panorama Park. This park has scenic views to take photos. From this high place, you can see an amazingly wide area with a river in your frame. Totally Instagramable spot!
Central Park at Mill Creek
Panorama Park
