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Paramount Theatre, Oakland, California

 
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added on the 15th of January, 2011
For quite a reasonable price you can take a two hour of the Paramount Theater in Oakland on Broadway street. If you are lucky and catch the 1st or the 3rd Saturday of the month than you go on a tour of this amazing, historical building.

There are also movies and shows which can be viewed every day. Just buy a ticket at the Box Office by the entrance and off you go. With its art deco interior and beautiful exterior, the Theater is worth visiting even if you don't attend a show or a tour.

Address:
2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Price:
$5/person (no kids younger than 10)

Opening Hours:
Tours are from 10am to 12pm. (every month's 1st/3rd Saturday)

On the web:
http://www.paramounttheatre.com/

 
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