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Antioch is in eastern Contra Costa County in California.
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An impressive collection of art and photos and memorabilia from all throughout Antioch's history. Each section focuses on a particular subject, such as the impressive collection of school items and memorabilia from Antioch and Deer Valley High Schools, and the movie projector and the posters associated with El Campanil. Located in what was originally the first high school constructed in Contra Costa County, this site is registered with the National Register of Historical Places.
A 550-foot pier provides access to great fishing in the San Joaquin River.
The Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve includes the remains of several coal and sand mines and the sites of five long gone coal mining towns (Nortonville, Somersville, Stewartville, West Hartley and Judsonville). Safe sections of the mines can be toured on a guided tour. Importantly, do not attempt to enter any of the mines without a guide. (Though, this would be difficult as gates have been installed on all entrances.) Some of the coal seams are still offgassing, and deaths from hypoxia have occurred in the recent past when the abandoned mines were a party spot for local kids. Also within the park is Rose Hill cemetery.
The historic El Campanil Theatre opened on November 1, 1928 in downtown Antioch. It now presents a wide variety of entertainment opportunities.
Statue of lady working at a cannery, marker has a history of the early canneries in Contra Costa County.
A place where a lot of locals come and fish; there are no entrance fees and plenty of parking.
Great scenery and a very nice quiet place for walks. Has very decent rates at the marina and nice place to start out your day out on the San Joaquin River.
A concrete, city-built skatepark for skateboards and rollerblades, free to all bikes are not allowed inside, bring water as there is little shade and it gets hot in the summer.
A waterpark that is fun for people of all ages, has a variety of slides and pools.
A man made lagoon where swimming and fishing is allowed, a lot of great trails and scenery to see as well. Park at the intersection of Frederickson and Contra Loma, or turn N on Contra Loma and drive N to the parking near the lagoon.
A great place for the family to go bowling.
This walkable 6,481-yard, par 72 golf course is located along the rolling hills of Antioch, featuring plenty of trees and scenic vistas, complete with its own restaurant and private events space.
An indoor skating rink to go skating around or for roller hockey. Only open to the public from Friday-Sunday. Private events M-Th.
Contra Costa Speedway
Where local car drivers race cars on the dirt track, very fun and entertaining time, usually the races are held during the summer.
A somewhat small flea market usually open on Saturdays.
Your typical county fair held at the Antioch Fairgrounds, dates change usually year to year, so check website for dates.
A longtime local favorite for large pies and wings. Online ordering. Gluten-free options available.
A local favorite, has some very large burgers there, order a "Willy" Burger and if you can finish it, you get your name and picture on the wall.
Great Mexican and Italian food, plus a bar. Enjoy the wall art while you munch on the free chips, salsa and bean dip.
A snug little gem of excellent fried fish and chicken and a menu to suit all needs within that range, from a simple meal to a feast.
One of the best places to get sandwiches in the area, a lot of the locals go here for lunch and dinner. Very nice little place, nice decor and pictures, very cozy feel.
I Street Wharf. Perched on a dock, they have a bar that faces the Delta, locally known for its prime rib.
A family-friendly small Thai restaurant with many types of entrees to enjoy.
A nice pizza place with an outdoor setting and an outdoor play area for children. The entire floor is covered in sawdust and has some of the best pizza around.
One of the best places in Antioch to get breakfast or lunch. Only fault is their inexplicably bland biscuits and gravy.
They grill their meat on a large open flame barbeque grill with some of the best Mexican food and great prices in town.
Great place for minestrone and steaks and has a very decent bar with a good happy hour.
This is an enclosed shopping center with a Macy's and Sears as anchor stores.
Renting
With Antioch's considerable sprawl, car rentals are the most convenient form of transportation for visitors.
By metro
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) connects Antioch with the majority of Contra Costa County, Oakland (including Oakland International Airport) and the rest of the East Bay from Richmond to Fremont and…
By train
Amtrak serves Antioch with its Gold Runner train between Oakland and Bakersfield, via Fresno. Antioch Station is at 100 I St, there is no ticket booth at the station and other amenities are limited.
By public transit
Tri-Delta Transit operates as local public transportation between Antioch, Bay Point and Pittsubrg on multiple routes. They also operate a single route from Pittsurg to Martinez (200x).
By taxi
Taxi service is available, but on a much reduced scale as compared to major cities, but you won't be able to hail a cab; it is necessary to call and arrange for a taxi to pick you up.
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