Timeline
10:00
Walk into the old North Terminal to see the large military and civilian aircraft. The museum opens at 10:00, so arriving then ensures you have the space to yourself. Check the route for parking on Boeing St.
11:30
Head to the Cooke St. entrance to find food and drink options nearby. Since the museum is inside the airport complex, look for cafes or shops in the immediate vicinity that are open during these hours.
12:30
Spend the remaining time exploring the flight simulators or taking a flight lesson if available. The museum offers open cockpit days, so check if any are scheduled for your visit.
Local tip
The museum is located inside Oakland Airport. Use the Cooke St. entrance and park on Boeing St. to access the exhibits easily.
Check before you go
- The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00-16:00. Plan your visit within these hours.
- Check the airport website for any flight simulator or lesson availability before you go.
- Parking is available on Boeing St., so arrive early to secure a spot.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oakland (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).