Dimond and Laurel Neon

Name: Dimond and Laurel Neon
Description: Explore neon signs along MacArthur Blvd. in the Dimond and Laurel districts.
City: Oakland, CA
Duration: 60 minutes
Distance: 1.6 miles
Guide: Gene
Mode: walking
Features: history neon new 
Starts at: MacArthur Blvd. and Dimond Ave.

Directions to MacArthur Blvd. and Dimond Ave.

Neon signs were once found all over Oakland and the U.S. While many have disappeared, this tour highlights some of the neon and other classic signs that still exist along MacArthur Blvd. in the Dimond and Laurel districts.

Even before MacArthur Blvd. was created in 1942, this was part of U.S. 50 and one of the main routes into Oakland—and businesses have been trying to get the attention of travelers since long before there were neon signs.

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Note: markers are for tour stops, not necessarily on the point of interest
  1. 1/4 lb. Giant Burgers
  2. 2101 Club
  3. Kasper's Hot Dogs
  4. Hi Hat Cleaners
  5. Oakland Imported Cars
  6. Oaks Motel (replaced)
  7. Donut Time
  8. Ghost Town Taproom
  9. Laurel Lounge
  10. 1/4 lb. Giant Burgers