Visitors to the Bay Area shouldn't sleep on #Oakland — it has plenty to offer #LGBTQ+ travelers, and it has the added bonus of being cheaper than #SanFrancisco.⁠ ⁠ "First thing to know about Oakland is that like San Francisco (and unlike nearby San Jose), it’s mostly dense and compact, making it easy to get a handle on," writes @NealBroverman. From #Uptown art galleries like @werkshack and @slate_art to the perfect margarita at @calaveraoakland, Oakland proves to be a fun, dynamic, and diverse city. Click the link in our bio to see more. ⁠ ⁠ Photos: Joyce Gordon Gallery / Visit Oakland / Getty Images