Alameda (/ ˌæləˈmiːdə / ⓘ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [alaˈmeða]; Spanish for "tree-lined path") is a city in Alameda County, California, United States, located in the East Bay region of the Bay Area.

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Jan 16, 2026 · It lies on a 6.5-mile- (11-km-) long by 1-mile- (1.6-km-) wide island in San Francisco Bay, across the Oakland Harbor Channel from Oakland, with which it is connected by bridges and …

Downtown Alameda is the vibrant commercial, cultural, and civic center of Alameda, California. Over 450 locally-owned businesses are located in the historic shopping district -- restaurants, shops…

5 days ago · Alameda mayor: City’s work to make roads safer for all users pays off By Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft March 4, 2026 at 6:01 a.m.

Nov 6, 2023 · Discover the most fun things to do in Alameda from the beach, to paddle boarding, to museums, and more. You'll love all Alameda has to offer!

Dec 15, 2025 · After exploring 13 top locations, I can confidently say this charming island city is bursting with character and adventure. Whether you’re a local looking for fresh ideas or a visitor eager to soak …

2 days ago · The Alameda Post is Alameda's online news and information source. We are nonprofit, independent, community-produced, and community-focused.

Alameda is an island, and as such it's difficult to get truly lost if you have your basic bearings. The island is bordered on the north by the Oakland estuary and to the south by the San Francisco bay. The …

Alameda County is in the San Francisco Bay Area, occupying much of the East Bay region. The Spanish word alameda means either "a grove of poplars...or a tree lined street".