Lakes and Birds Travel Guide
Oakland
Visit Lakes and Birds
Things to do

San Francisco's Grace Cathedral Self-Led Exploration

San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco: Escape from The Rock Sightseeing Bay Cruise

California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)

San Francisco Double Decker City Tour (2 hours)
Top hotels in Lakes and Birds

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Sonesta Silicon Valley
"Easy hassle free check in, the front desk woman was very nice. The junior suite room was spacious with large sliding doors that separated them with the bathroom in the middle. One room had a desk where I got some work done tv and couch. The other room had a large bed tv. Will definitely stay there ..."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
"The hotel definitely shows its age in terms of dated decor and well-used furnishings in the rooms, but aside from that it had a wonderful staff, a very generous breakfast and even delicious choices of cookies for the night check-in! The room was massive and very comfortable. Only complaint was in ..."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
Where to stay in Lakes and Birds

Downtown Oakland
Theatres, art galleries and live music highlight some notable features of Downtown Oakland. Make a stop by Oakland City Center or Fox Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station or 19th St Station to get around town.

Downtown Berkeley
Take time in Downtown Berkeley to visit attractions like Historic Berkeley and UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Downtown Berkeley Station to see more of the city.

Piedmont
You'll enjoy the lake views and architecture in Piedmont. You might want to make time for a stop at Davie Tennis Stadium or Piedmont Sports Field.

Albany
Albany is well liked for its seaside views and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Golden Gate Fields and Berkeley Marina are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

West Oakland
While you're in West Oakland, take in top sights like Old Oakland and jump on the metro at West Oakland Station to see more of the city.


















