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resident swimming pools, palm trees, blue skies, and comfy lounge chairs near mid-century style buildings at admirals cove

10 Reasons Why Admiral's Cove is the Best

With so many reasons to love Admiral’s Cove, it wasn’t easy to curate our top ten. Read on and you might never look back.

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Far-away view of the San Francisco Bay Ferry passing under the Bay Bridge near Alameda Island. It's a foggy, cloudy day and everything is blue and gray.

Alameda Island Transportation: Ferry, Car + More

Learn how the locals get around with our comprehensive guide.

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Overview shot of all the townhouse apartments that make up Admiral's Cove, a historical complex at Alameda Point. The sky is blue, it's sunny out, and there's a lot of green space between buildings.

History of Alameda Point and Admiral’s Cove

Admiral's Cove are townhouse apartments live in harmony with the fascinating Naval and US history at Alameda Point.

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People sharing slices of cake

Best Sweet Spots Near Alameda

You want sweet treats? Head to one of these East Bay sweet shops to get your fill.

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The USS Hornet aircraft carrier docked at Alameda Point on a clear day, with “Welcome Aboard! USS Hornet CVS-12” visible on the bow railing.

All About the USS Hornet Museum: FAQs & More

From WWII and Apollo history to events, tours, and insider tips aboard this historic Alameda aircraft carrier.

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Sculptural wave-shaped bench in Shoreline Park, Alameda, California, positioned beside a walking path with palm trees and bay views in the background.

Take the Scenic Route at Shoreline Park

Discover why locals love this spot—dog-friendly trails, bay views, and breezy paths.

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The pale tear exterior of the Alameda Spite house

Alameda’s Spite House

People do crazy things out of spite, and Alameda has historic proof that angry neighbors might do the craziest things of them all.

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boy playing in a pool

Kid-Friendly Spring Activities

Spring is a great time to get into the swing of fun. Here are some great activities the whole family can enjoy.

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 A San Francisco Bay Ferry docked at Alameda’s Seaplane Lagoon terminal on a calm day, with the waterfront, cranes, and bike-friendly pathways visible.

Commuting in Alameda

Looking for the easiest commute possible after your move? Here's everything you need to know about commuting from the island of Alameda.

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A close-up view of a deep-dish pizza topped with rich tomato sauce and herbs, served on a raised stand, with another thin-crust pizza in the background at The Star on Park in Alameda.

Favorite Family-Friendly Restaurants in Alameda

From casual waterfront cafés to pizza, rotisserie, and global flavors kids and parents love.

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