Chapel of the Chimes, Oakland
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Facts and practical information
Chapel of the Chimes was founded as California Electric Crematory in 1909 as a crematory and columbarium at 4499 Piedmont Avenue, at the entrance of Mountain View cemetery in Oakland, California. The present building dates largely from a 1928 redevelopment based on the designs of the architect Julia Morgan. The Spanish Gothic architecture features Moorish motifs and the interior is a maze of small rooms featuring ornate stonework, statues, gardens, fountains and mosaics. ()
Coordinates: 37°49'55"N, 122°14'46"W
Day trips
Chapel of the Chimes – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Piedmont Avenue, Mountain View Cemetery, The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment, First Presbyterian Church of Oakland.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Chapel of the Chimes open?
Chapel of the Chimes is open:
- Monday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 8:30 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Chapel of the Chimes?
Nearby attractions include Saint Mary Cemetery, Oakland (7 min walk), California College of the Arts, Oakland (11 min walk), Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland (14 min walk), Temescal, Oakland (21 min walk).
How to get to Chapel of the Chimes by public transport?
The nearest stations to Chapel of the Chimes:
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Metro
Bus
- Piedmont Avenue & Pleasant Valley Avenue • Lines: 12 (4 min walk)
- Pleasant Valley Avenue & Montgomery Street • Lines: 12 (5 min walk)
Metro
- Rockridge • Lines: Yellow (24 min walk)
- MacArthur • Lines: Orange, Red, Yellow (30 min walk)