I've done this exact trip with family and you really can't beat the timing of the prep and pastry breakfast then hitting the museum before it gets crowded. One thing the guide doesn't mention is that...

The Kern County Museum on Chester Avenue has a bunch of old buildings and vintage signs that work well for both close-up details and wider shots. The Bakersfield sign at the fairgrounds off Ming Avenu...

Solid list, you've got the main spots covered. I'd add that The Lockview also does a great mac and cheese bar on certain nights, it's a good backup if grilled cheese isn't your thing. Their beer list...

Nice work on this, it covers a lot of ground efficiently. One thing I'd add is that for the Air and Space Museum on day 1, you need a free timed entry pass now even though admission is free, so grab t...

This is a really solid list. I live in Navy Yard and I'll say the Ice Cream Jubilee recommendation is spot on, especially the Thai iced tea flavor which isn't on every menu. One thing I'd add is that...