Alameda, locally known as The Island City, is located on Alameda Island and Bay Farm Island. The city has a beautiful beach, museums, gaming arcades, eateries, and a wide variety of drinking options with breweries and distilleries. For outdoor adventures, Shoreline Park is an absolute choice. The park stretches across the waters and has paved trails ideal for hiking and cycling. Spend a day at Crown Memorial State Beach, enjoying swimming, kiteboarding, fishing, boating, and windsurfing. Also, make sure to visit the crab cove and bird sanctuary at the beach. Visit USS Hornet Museum, a ship museum, to explore retired aircraft and Apollo missions artifacts. For shopping, dining, and historical sightseeing, stroll through the streets of the downtown district of Alameda.